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20250513_1626_Eilein

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Benson_Arizona

April 1st, 2026

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Soundscapes > Nature

Wind in the pine trees at Loch an Eilein.
Ambience from the lochside at Loch an Eilein (near Aviemore) on quite a windy day.

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Tascam FR-AV2.
Primo EM272M's.

This gentle recording was captured at the lochside during a walk around Loch an Eilein last May.
The wind can be heard blowing through the pine trees, with some occasional birdsong.

Loch an Eilein is defined by its position within the Rothiemurchus Forest.
Being part of the Cairngorms National Park, the loch is nestled within one of the largest remaining areas of ancient Caledonian pine forest in Scotland.
It is widely considered as one of the most beautiful and tranquil spots in the Scottish Highlands, characterized by ancient woodlands and dramatic Cairngorm mountain backdrops.

A small island sits near the shore, housing the ruins of 'Loch an Eilein Castle'.
The castle is associated with Alexander Stewart, known as the 'Wolf of Badenoch', a younger son of King Robert II and a grandson of Robert the Bruce.
Known for its remarkable echo - visitors can shout toward the ruins from the shore, and hear their voice bounce back across the water.

Should you share, copy, distribute, transmit or remix this sound then please credit me accordingly. Do not use the sound for commercial purposes. A comment describing how the sound was used would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

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Ambience
Ambient
Aviemore
Birds
Cairngorm
Eilein
Environment
Field-Recording
Forest
Loch
Pine
Scotland
Soundscape
Trees
Wind

Type

Mp3 (.mp3)

Duration

2:22.383

File size

5.4 MB

Sample rate

48000.0 Hz

Bitrate

320 kbps

Channels

Stereo

Comments
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Benson_Arizona

1 week, 2 days ago

Thanks Eugene.
Yes, it's a beautiful place.
Much appreciated.

newlocknew

1 week, 2 days ago

Great atmosphere! Stunning beauty! Outstanding!*****

Benson_Arizona

1 week, 5 days ago

Thanks @Snapper4298.
You're very welcome.

Snapper4298

1 week, 5 days ago

Wow that's great thank you

Benson_Arizona

1 week, 5 days ago

Thanks Hidetora.
It's nae bad, but no a patch on yoors.
Much appreciated.

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