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Pàirc Nàiseanta Loch Abair - A new national park for Lochaber

The Scottish Government is committed to establishing at least one new National Park in the lifetime of this parliament, by spring 2026. We'd love to hear your thoughts. Please Complete The Survey to let us know what you think. It is nearly 20 years since the first two National Parks were created in Scotland. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park was established in 2002 and Cairngorms National Park was established in 2003, following the approval of the National Parks (Scotland) Act in 2000.  A new National Park designation in Lochaber could be beneficial to the people, communities and the landscape of this area. The size and scope of any new national park is still to be determined, and several other areas in Scotland will be considered for the designation as well. It is during the process that the size and boundary of any new national park will be decided in conjunction with the communities there. The aims and powers of the new national park will also be finalised in the proc...

Update on the Lochaber National Park nomination

Conditional Nomination Document

Consultation Report

How do National Parks support sustainable tourism?

How do National Parks support their farming and crofting communities?

How do National Parks help to deliver affordable housing?

How do National Parks support responsible access to nature?

How do National Parks support rural communities?

How do National Parks support local economies?

What is the role of Scotland’s National Parks?

A bid for Lochaber.

Public Consultation.

Nominations for new National Parks Opens