Advice for Different Activities

The Scottish Outdoor Access Code is the document, approved by Parliament, which sets out how to behave responsibly in the outdoors.  It provides detailed guidance on the responsibilities of both the public and land or water managers, and provides a practical guide to help everyone make informed decisions about what is best to do in everyday situations.

For specific advice on your rights and responsibilities for a particular activity please see the links below.

Rights of Way
Scottish Rights of Way Society – Rights of Access to the Outdoors in Scotland, A Brief overview of the Law

Horse-riding
British Horse Society (Scotland) –Responsible riding.

Paddling
Scottish Canoe Association – Key points of the access code for Paddllers

Dogs
Scottish Natural Heritage – Walkies!  What the Scottish Outdoor Access Code means for dog owners

Off-Road Cycling
Scottish Cycling and Cycle Touring Club Scotland – Off-road cycling:  Good practice advice

Hillwalking
Heading for the Scottish Hills– daily information for hillwalkers about stag stalking activities

Climbing
Mountaineering Council of Scotland – Crag Code

Wild Camping
Mountaineering Council of Scotland - Wild Camping

Human Sanitation in the outdoors
Mountaineering Council of Scotland – Where to 'Go' in the great outdoors

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