 Nearby are Dinnet Oakwood, Loch Kinord, Loch Davan and Burn O'Vat.The village got its name one summer after a fishing trip in the early 19th century.Muir of Dinnet is featured extensively in artist Chris Dooks' short film "Six Striped Rustic" which was commissioned by Banchory's Woodend Barn Arts as part of "The Year of Natural Scotland 2013".