Nature reserves, parks & green spaces in North Lanarkshire

Palacerigg Country Park

Urban park· 1,514 ha

Strathclyde Country Park

Urban park· 891 ha

Strathclyde

Strathclyde is a Country Park that spans 606 hectares in North Lanarkshire, Central Scotland. The park features woodlands, lochs, and farmland, attracting a variety of wildlife including waterfowl, with extensive pathways for cycling and walking.

Country park· 606 ha

Drumpellier Country Park

Urban park· 508 ha

Dullatur Golf Course

18 hole Par 70 Carrickstone course + 18 hole Par 69 Antonine course

Golf course· 442 ha

Palacerigg

Palacerigg is a Country Park with an area of 311 hectares located in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. The park features woodlands and grasslands, attracting wildlife such as rabbits and roe deer, with facilities for walking, cycling, and educational activities.

Country park· 311 ha

Drumpellier

Drumpellier is a 261-hectare country park in North Lanarkshire, Central Scotland. It features a mix of woodland, heathland, and wetlands, which provide habitats for birds and other wildlife, as well as trails for walking, cycling, and fishing.

Country park· 261 ha

Hillend Loch

Reservoir· 244 ha

Hillend Loch

Reservoir· 244 ha

Cumbernauld Community Park

Urban park· 217 ha

The Westerwood Hotel & Golf Resort

18 hole Par 71

Golf course· 217 ha

Colzium Margaret Lennox Memorial Estate

Urban park· 207 ha

Torrance Park Golf Course (closed)

18 hole Par 71

Golf course· 140 ha

Palacerigg Golf Club

Golf course· 124 ha

Roughrigg Reservoir

Reservoir· 118 ha

Roughrigg Reservoir

Reservoir· 118 ha

Kingshill

Kingshill is a 113-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in North Lanarkshire, Central Scotland. The area consists of woodlands and open spaces, providing a habitat for wildlife such as deer, birds, and butterflies, along with opportunities for walking and cycling.

Nature reserve· 113 ha

Lenzie Golf Club

18 hole Par 69

Golf course· 104 ha

Old Mine Nature Park

Urban park· 103 ha

Drumpellier Golf Course

18 hole Par 71

Golf course· 101 ha

Easter Moffat Golf Club

Golf course· 101 ha

Greenhead Moss and Perchy Pond

Greenhead Moss and Perchy Pond is a Local Nature Reserve covering 99 hectares in North Lanarkshire, Central Scotland. The area features wetlands and woodlands, attracting a range of wildlife such as dragonflies, waterfowl, and various bird species.

Nature reserve· 99 ha

Loch View Golf Course

Golf course· 96 ha

Forrestburn Reservoir

Reservoir· 94 ha

Forrestburn Reservoir

Reservoir· 94 ha

Community Nature Park

Urban park· 93 ha

Airdrie Golf Club

18 Hole Par 69

Golf course· 90 ha

Kilsyth Lennox Golfcouse

Golf course· 89 ha

Colville Park Golf Course

18 hole Par 71

Golf course· 83 ha

Shotts Golf Club

18 hole Par 70

Golf course· 80 ha

Bellshill Golf Club

Golf course· 80 ha

Crow Wood Golf Club

Golf course· 76 ha

Dumbreck Marsh

Dumbreck Marsh is a 74-hectare local nature reserve in North Lanarkshire, Central Scotland. The reserve features wetland and grassland habitats, attracting a range of wildlife including birds, amphibians, and insects, making it a good spot for birdwatching.

Nature reserve· 74 ha

Wishaw Golf Club

18 hole Par 69

Golf course· 69 ha

Brownsburn

Brownsburn is a local nature reserve encompassing 59 hectares in North Lanarkshire, Central Scotland. The park features riverine habitats and woodlands, providing opportunities for walking and wildlife watching, with species such as foxes and numerous birds.

Nature reserve· 59 ha

Banton Loch

Reservoir· 58 ha

Banton Loch

Reservoir· 58 ha

Cambusnethan Woodland

Cambusnethan Woodland is a local nature reserve spanning 43 hectares in North Lanarkshire, Central Scotland. The area is predominantly woodland, providing habitats for numerous species, and is suitable for walking and observing wildlife such as birds and small mammals.

Nature reserve· 43 ha

Cumbernauld House Park

Urban park· 39 ha

Calderbraes Golf Club

9 hole Par 33

Golf course· 38 ha

Glenboig Park

Urban park· 37 ha

Dalziel Golf Course

Golf course· 31 ha

Calder Park

Urban park· 30 ha

Gartcosh

Gartcosh is a Local Nature Reserve spanning 29 hectares, located in North Lanarkshire, Central Scotland. Visitors can explore wetlands and woodlands, where they might encounter diverse bird species, including the rare black-necked grebe, as well as walking trails for recreation.

Nature reserve· 29 ha

Woodend Loch

Reservoir· 29 ha

Woodend Loch

Reservoir· 29 ha

Rawyards Park

Urban park· 27 ha

Mosswater

Mosswater is a 27-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. Visitors can find lakes and surrounding habitats which are frequented by a range of birds, alongside paths for walking and wildlife observation.

Nature reserve· 27 ha

Riccard Johnston Park

Urban park· 26 ha

Shields Glen Park

Urban park· 25 ha