The Trossachs, Planning Paul Saunders The Trossachs, Planning Paul Saunders

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.

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10 Facts about Loch Lomond

How big is Loch Lomond? When was Loch Lomond & The Trossachs established? What other lochs are in the National Park? What wildlife can be seen in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs? How many Munros are there in the National Park? What events take place in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs? Here are some answers to questions about the National Park, with photographs of the Gateway signs to Loch Lomond.

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Electric Bikes

This feature is about some of the amazing bike routes within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. The hills may have put some off but now there are e-bikes, which will help you to effortlessly manage the inclines. Discover excellent routes alongside Loch Lomond and through the heart of the Trossachs on the Lochs & Glens Way (NCN7) Cycle Loch Lomond, Cycle NCN7, Cycle Trossachs, Where to Cycle, Bike Hire.

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Brenachoile Point, Loch Katrine

Brenachoile Point is three miles from Trossachs Pier on Loch Katrine. This popular picnic spot was a location used on TV programme Outlander. Walk or cycle along the Great Trossachs Path to visit this beautiful picnic spot in the Trossachs. Walk in the footsteps of William Wordsworth and Sir Walter Scott. Cycle from Trossachs Pier to Brenachoile Point alongside Loch Katrine. Visit the Trossachs.

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Bracklinn Falls, Callander

Just a short distance from the shops in Callander is the beautiful Bracklinn Falls. From the car park, it’s just under a mile to walk to the falls. This gem is close to the town of Callander in the Trossachs. How to get to Bracklinn Falls, Where to park to see Bracklinn Falls, Walking in Callander, Explore The Trossachs. Things to do in Callander. Waterfalls in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.

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Kilmun Arboretum

Kilmun Arboretum in the village of Kilmun, by Holy Loch on the Cowal Penninsula. Kilmun Arboretum features around 150 different tree species seen from trails. See ornamental maples, Japanese cedars, Himalayan spruce, redwood and sequoias from California, monkey puzzles from South America and Eucalyptus from the Australian bush. There is a connecting path to Puck's Glen and Benmore Botanic Garden.

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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

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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.

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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.

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Motorhomes and Campervans

This is a comprehensive guide to bringing your motorhome or campervan into Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. The guide also features a directory of all of the sites and permitted parking bays, together with the facilities such as waste disposal, electric and water hook up etc. The sites are along the shores of Loch Lomond and deep into the Trossachs and Killin. Plan your overnight motorhome stay.

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Balquhidder

Balquhidder is a small village in Breadalbane, deep in Rob Roy Country. Balquhidder Kirk is the resting place of the outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor, there are many excellent walks nearby and two lochs - Loch Voil and Loch Doine. Monachyle Mhor is a boutique hotel in the glen, renowned for excellent Scottish Food & Drink. Bike hire at Balquhidder, cycling at Balquhidder, things to do near Callander.

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Great Trails in Loch Lomond

Given its geographical location and outstanding beauty, it is not surprising that so many of Scotland's long-distance walking routes pass through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Here is an introduction and overview of the long-distance walks that go through the National Park, which are the West Highland Way, Three Lochs Way, John Muir Way and Loch Lomond and Cowal Way.

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Blairmore on Loch Long

Blairmore is a small village on the Cowal Peninsula in Argyll. The community have created a wonderful garden and outdoor space, opposite the Victorian Pier. The village is set on the banks of Loch Long. Visit Cowal, Cowal Highlights, Loch Long, Argyll Forest, Blairmore Community, Blairmore Gardens, Blairmore Pier, Waverley at Blairmore Pier, Friends of Blairmore Pier, See Loch Long, Clyde Lochs.

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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.

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Lauder Monument, Argyll

Completion of the restoration and site improvement to the Lauder Monument at Inveroaden on between Strachur and Dunoon in the Cowal Peninsula. Read the fascinating story of Sir Harry Lauder, the first British entertainer to sell a million records and the tragedy of the death of his son John Lauder during the first world war. Visit the Lauder Memorial, close to Glenbranter. Where to park

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Aldochlay, Loch Lomond

Aldochlay is a small hamlet south of Luss, on Loch Lomond, it is on the West Loch Lomond Cycle Path. In this guide read about what to see in Aldochlay Bay, including Inchtavanach Island in the distance. Find out how to get to Aldochlay and why it is popular for launching kayaks, canoes and sups in Loch Lomond. Read the legend of the Wee Peter statue close to Aldochlay. Bright cottages Aldochlay.

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Inversnaid

Inversnaid is on the West Highland Way, it also connects Loch Lomond with the Trossachs. This guide tells you what facilities are at Inversnaid and what to do when visiting Invernsaid. Visit RSPB Loch Lomond reserve at Inversnaid, see where Rob Roy farmed and hid in Rob Roy's Cave, see the magnificent Arklet Falls. Find out how to get to Inversnaid, visit Inversnaid by boat, car, foot or bike.

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