RSPB Gartocharn
RSPB Scotland has two excellent reserves in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, at Inversnaid and Gartocharn, with very knowledgable and friendly wardens. Here are more details about the reserve at Gartocharn, which I highly recommend for a family visit. In this guide find out about the trails on the site, plus the birds that you may b lucky enough to see. Visit RSPB Scotland reserves in Loch Lomond.
Cycle NCN 7 Lochs and Glens Way
NCN7 (Lochs & Glens North) is the long distance cycle route between Glasgow and Inverness. The total distance is 214 miles. After 21 miles from Glasgow the route meets Loch Lomond & The Trossachs at Balloch. From there the route goes to Drymen and then into the Trossachs, passing through Aberfoyle and Callander, before going through Rob Roy Country to leave the National Park at Killin.
Loch Achray, The Trossachs
A guide to Loch Achray in The Trossachs. Close to the loch are two popular mountain walks - Ben Venue and Ben A'an. Loch Achray is in The Queen Elizabeth Forest Park and is part of the Three Lochs Forest Drive. Loch Achray is on The Trossachs Trail and is part of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.
Roy Roy MacGregor
Are you looking for locations in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs that are part of the Rob Roy MacGregor Story? From his birthplace by Loch Katrine to his resting place in Balquhidder, discover Rob Roy locations Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. Rob Roy Country, Learn about Rob Roy, Who was Rob Roy MacGregor, Where was Rob Roy MacGregor born, Where is Rob Roy MacGregor buried, Visit Rob Roy locations.
Loch Chon, The Trossachs
Loch Chon is in the Trossachs. From Aberfoyle follow the signs for Stronachlachar, passing first Loch Ard and then onto Loch Chon. A little further along the road are Loch Arklet and Loch Katrine, with Loch Lomond accessible at Inversnaid. Loch Chon is ideal for kayaks, canoes or stand up paddleboards, it is also popular for open water swimming. Visit Loch Chon, Explore The Trossachs.
Walk from Inversnaid to Inverarnan
Our guide to walking the section of the West Highland Way from Inversnaid to Inverarnan, past Rob Roy’s Cave to the northern end of Loch Lomond. Walk to the Drovers Inn, Loch Lomond and Beinglas Camp Side at Inverarnan. Where to stay on West Highland Way, How difficult is it to walk on West Highland Way, Honesty Shops on West Highland Way, Visit RSPB Reserve at Inversnaid, Where is Rob Roy's Cave
Three Lochs Forest Drive
The Three Lochs Forest Drive is a 7-mile forest drive, located two miles north of Aberfoyle, on the A821, better known as the Duke's Pass. The Dukes Pass itself is a road famous for its twists, turns and views. Look out for the entrance on the right-hand side when driving from Aberfoyle. If you're on two wheels, you can access the drive by cycling on NCN7 Lochs & Glens Way. On Trossachs Trial.
The Trossachs Trail
The 40 mile Trossachs Trail was inspired by the original historic Trossachs Tour. The route is signed by a series of brown road signs and takes in the communities of Doune, Callander, Aberfoyle, Blair Drummond, Deanston, Brig o’ Turk and Kilmahog. This article features 20 great activities to enjoy in The Trossachs, an ideal planning tool for your next visit to the Trossachs, in Scotland.
West Highland Way Experience
Walking the West Highland Way is an amazing experience. This guide features 10 reasons why you will love walking the West Highland Way. The West Highland Way is 96 miles, from Milngavie to Fort William. This is part of a series of guides to help you to plan your West Highland Way experience, how to make the all enjoyable and get the most out of the walk through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.
Loch Ard, The Trossachs
Here is another feature on one of the 22 lochs of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. This feature is about Loch Ard, in the Trossachs by Aberfoyle. Sir Walter Scott, whose literary work put the Trossachs on the map, described Loch Ard in his Rob Roy novel as an 'enchanting sheet of water.' Kayak or canoe on Loch Ard, get married at Altseith House, Go Country Outdoor water adventures on Loch Ard.
Visit Falls of Falloch
Falls of Falloch is a waterfall and picnic spot just off of the A82 south of Crianlarich. Discover the location for Falls of Falloch and where to park to be able to visit Falls of Falloch. Discover Woven Sound a viewing platform for the waterfall. Dorothy Wordsworth visited Falls of Falloch in 1802, her diary entry is inscribed on Woven Sound. West Highland Way passed nearby. Video of waterfall
Kayak on Loch Eck
Another of See Loch Lomond's guides to locations ideal for kayaking, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding. Jubilee Point on Loch Eck in Cowal, Argyll Forest is a perfect place to launch your kayak, canoe or paddleboard. Where to launch your kayak, places to visit by kayak and canoe, where to park. Cowal adventures, watersports on Loch Eck, Cowal Penninsula watersport adventures, Loch Eck location
Duncryne Hill (The Dumpling)
Duncryne Hill (better known as The Dumpling) is a short climb that offers outstanding views across Loch Lomond and its islands, with Ben Lomond in the distance. This guide has details of the location, parking and path conditions. Visit Gartocharn, things to do near Balloch, Things to do near Drymen, Explore Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, Loch Lomond Walking Guides, Hill Climbs in Loch Lomond.
Cycle from Balloch to Drymen
A guide to cycling between Balloch and Drymen along the National Number 7 Cycle Route, Lochs & Glens Way. The first stretch through Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. Cycling in Loch Lomond, Cycle from Balloch to Drymen, Cycle on NCN7 Lochs and Glens Way, Cycle path and route from Balloch to Drymen, Croftamie, John Muir Way, West Highland Way, Cycling in the National Park, Where to Cycle Loch Lomond.
10 Amazing Places to visit in Argyll
A guide to 10 unique Argyll places outside Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. Many are close to the National Park and well worth a visit. They include the islands of Staffa, Gigha and Iona, Helensburgh, Portavadie, Skipness, Crinan Canal and The Clyde Sea Lochs Trail. If you want to visit places in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs within Argyll, we have lots of suggestions.
Visit Kilmun, Holy Loch
Visit Kilmun on Holy Loch in the Cowal Penninsula, part of the Argyll Forest area of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. At Kilmun visit St Munns Parish Church and Argyll Mausoleum and Kilmun Arboretum. Your guide to planning a trip to Kilmun and the Cowal Peninsula. Visit also Benmore Botanic Garden and Puck's Glen by road or connecting forestry path. Guide to Holy Loch, Cowal, Argyll.
Cycle from Aberfoyle to Callander
Your guide to cycling on NCN7 Lochs and Glens Way, between Aberfoyle and Callander. Cycle on the forest paths through Three Lochs Forest Drive and pass by Loch Drunkie and Loch Venachar. How difficult is it to cycle from Aberfoyle and Callander? This guide will tell you about the terrain and path conditions. This is part of a series of guides helping to plan a trip to Loch Lomond & the Trossachs.