Outdoor enthusiasts will find wonderful high and low level walks on the mountains and in the forest. In the winter, the Cairngorm ski slopes offer many challenges and are located only two miles from the hostel. Excellent climbing can be found in both summer and winter. The Loch provides opportunities for a range of water sports in the summer months and cycling is popular on the quiet roads and forest paths at any time of year. The Loch Morlich Watersports Centre and large beach are particularly worth a visit for both families and schools.
Many schools already use the hostel as a base for an activity week in conjunction with the centre.
For those interested in fishing, permits are available locally. In the surrounding area are many interesting attractions including the Highland Wildlife Park, Revack Gardens, the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, the Landmark Centre and the Highland Folk Museum. For those with their own transport, Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Loch Ness, Fort William, Loch Laggan, Pitlochry, Elgin and Nairn are all easily accessible from the hostel.