10 Loch Lomond Summer Activities

Inchcailloch Island, Loch Lomond

The idea for our series of guides to the seasons in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs was mainly to promote the non-summer months.

The still, cool, crisp winter days, the bluebells of spring and of course, the stunning vibrant autumnal colours. The clear aim to show Loch Lomond as a total year-round destination, hopefully encouraging off-season visits. Summer takes care of itself, drawing visitors from across Scotland, The UK, and the world, although we often find some areas can be incredibly busy and other nearby gems are much quieter and less visited. Throughout this website, we aim to try and promote all parts and qualities of the National Park.

Here are ten things to see and do in the summer.

Inchmoan Island, Loch Lomond

1) Visit a Loch Lomond Island

Take a speedboat tour to explore some fantastic Loch Lomond islands, like Inchmoan Island, with beautiful sandy beaches. Portnellan Farm runs daily speedboat tours, combining a trip with a visit to Aber Shore (details below). Click the link below to read more about our recent speedboat tour around the southern Loch Lomond islands.

Aber Shore, Gartocharn, Loch Lomond

2) Walk along Aber Shore

Walk along beautiful Aber Shore, near Gartocharn, part of the Loch Lomond Nature Reserve and Loch Lomond RSPB reserve. Get some fantastic views up the loch towards Ben Lomond. Nearby you will find the excellent RSPB visitor centre and Duncryne Hill, better known as The Dumpling. Click the link below to find out how to access Aber Shore.

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St Fillans, Loch Earn

3) Visit St Fillans on Loch Earn

St Fillans is a beautiful little village at the end of Loch Earn, right on the edge of the National Park. Follow the wonderful BLiSS Trail and see the unique pieces of architecture that link the nearby communities. Click the link below to read more about the award-winning trail and to access their brilliant new app guide.

Callander Summerfest

4) Cycle in Callander

Usually, in July each year, Callander, the pretty Trossachs town, stages Summerfest, a fortnight packed full of exciting events; sadly, it has had to take a break due to the pandemic. Once this and the many other wonderful summer events in the National Park resume we will publish guides about them.

In the meantime, Callander is a great place to ride a bike, with the NCN7 cycle path to Strathyre, alongside Loch Lubnaig. Click the button below for the route.

An Ceann Mòr, Scenic viewpoint, Inveruglas, Loch Lomond

5) Travel alongside Loch Lomond

Here is the view from An Ceann Mòr, a scenic viewpoint at Inveruglas, Loch Lomond. The pyramid structure features one of our most popular guides - The A82 Road Trip, which describes the points of interest on the A82 that runs from Balloch to Tyndrum, passing Luss, Tarbet, The Drovers Inn, Falls of Falloch, as well as this scenic lookout in Inveruglas. Click below to view that guide.

Cormonachan Woodlands, Loch Goil

6) See Red Squirrels at Loch Long

Here is the view of Loch Goil from Cormonachan Woodlands. The only thing that is likely to distract you from the excellent scenic vista will be the beautiful red squirrels taking food from the feeders.

In the corner of the picture, you can see the contemplation shelter. See our guide below of the fantastic views and experiences of Loch Goil

Loch Lomond Cruises, Balmaha

7) Take a Cruise on Loch Lomond

It’s another boat trip, this time a cruise around the islands from Balmaha by Cruise Loch Lomond. Trips run from the pontoon by the bay from the West Highland Way pathway. See our guide to Balmaha, linked below. Enjoy good food and drink at The Oak Tree, climb Conic Hill and visit the Tom Weir Statue. Cruises on Loch Lomond also depart from Luss, Balloch and Tarbet.

Three Lochs Drive, The Trossachs

8) Camp at Three Lochs Forest Drive

The start of the Three Lochs Forest Drive is on the scenic and winding Duke’s Pass road. Our guide to the forest, which can also be walked and cycled, is linked below. There are new camping facilities at Loch Achray, with the excellent Loch Katrine experience is just a few miles away.

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Piping in the Square, Drymen

9) Visit Drymen

The village of Drymen is close to the eastern shores of Loch Lomond. Pictured above is the Piping in the Square event.

Drymen is a great place to base yourself, with plenty of accommodation options and places to eat and drink. There is also lots to explore nearby, including Balmaha, The Trossachs, Glengoyne Distillery etc. See our guide to Drymen linked below.

Blairmore Pier, Loch Long

10) See Blairmore Pier

The pier at Blairmore is Victorian and looked after by the local community, who have also created a great outdoor environment with gardens, play areas, and picnic spots overlooking Loch Long.

Blairmore is on the Cowal Peninsula, with lots to see and do, including Benmore Botanical Garden, Ardentinny, Killin, Dunoon and Puck’s Glen.

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Words and photography by Paul Saunders. Visit Paul’s Marketing and Photography websites for details of his services in Scotland.

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