Most of the DMG area falls within a National Scenic Area (NSA). The Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve (NNR) extends partly onto Torridon, and Beinn Eighe and Torridon are part of a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) covers most of Beinn Eighe, and also Torridon, Talladale Gorge, the Loch Maree islands, and Coille Dubh near Shieldaig. Natural features covered include geology, native pinewood, upland habitats, plants and inverterbrates. Beinn Eighe is also a Biosphere Reserve, and part of Beinn Alligin on Torridon is a Geological Conservation Review site.
The DMG area includes spectacular scenery from the ancient Torridonian Sandstones and Lewisian Gneiss. It is popular with hill walkers, containing six Munros and several Corbetts.
Red deer are present on the hills, and roe and sika on the lower ground, taking advantage of the numerous woodland schemes.
