A guide packed full of things to see and do in Balmaha, one of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs most beautiful villages. Visit nearby Inchcailloch Island, enjoy good food and drink at The Oak Tree Inn and St Mocha Coffee Shop. Climb Conic Hill for great views of Loch Lomond, take a boat trip to Luss. Stop by on your West Highland Way walk, or take a photography course and learn camera skills
Read MoreVisit Rowardennan on the eastern shores of Loch Lomond. The small hamlet is on the route of the West Highland Way. From Rowardennan you can climb Ben Lomond, Scotland's most southerly Munro. Rowardennan is part of the Ben Lomond Memorial Park, commemorating those who lost their lives in the two world wars. Visit Rowadennan, how to find Ben Lomond, where is the pathway for Ben Lomond?
Read MoreGiven 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.
Read MoreOne of the most popular walks and views in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. Conic Hill approached from Drymen or Balmaha is on the route of the West Highland Way. This guide describes the walk from Drymen and also the climb from Balmaha. Get amazing views of Loch Lomond and some of its islands, plus the view to Ben Lomond. See Loch Lomond. Walk West Highland Way. Great views in Loch Lomond.
Read MoreThis guide features the first stage of the West Highland Way walk from Milngavie just outside of Glasgow to Drymen. This article tells you what to expect on the walk, how long it takes to walk and what facilities there are along the way. The route passes through Mugdock Park, Carbeth, Dumgoyne, Killean Mill, Pots of Gartness before finishing in Drymen. Plan your West Highland Way walk.
Read MoreContinuing our series of sections of the West Highland Way within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park with a very special part of the 96-mile walk. This is Balmaha to Rowardennan, a beautiful and mostly easy section of the route. It's 7 miles long and will take you around 2.5 to 3 hours to walk it.
Read MoreOur 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
Read MoreWalking 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.
Read MoreOur guide to the village of Drymen, the favourite first night stop on The West Highland Way walk. The village also plays host to Scotland’s longest-running agricultural show. Visit Drymen, Where to stay in Drymen, Drymen overnight stop on West Highland Way, Drymen village facilities, Drymen walks, things to do in Drymen, Events in Drymen, East Loch Lomond Visitor Guide, Cycling NCN7 Drymen.
Read MoreA guide to camping options along East Loch Lomond from just before Balmaha to Rowardennan. In the guide, we'll tell you about the options for camping sites and pitches, with links to how to book. These campsites are ideal if you are planning to camp whilst walking on the West Highland Way. Camping restrictions in National Park, East Loch Lomond Camping, Where to Camp Rowardennan and Loch Lomond.
Read MoreWe have collected a list of 10 excellent tips for walking the West Highland Way, they have been provided by some people who have completed the walk. Plan a West Highland Way walk, top tips for walking the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William, how do I prepare to walk the West Highland Way? Things to know before walking the West Highland Way, Scotland's First Great Trail.
Read MoreTyndrum, close to the northern boundary of the National Park is a good place to get food, drink, petrol and gifts. There are two railway stations here and some scenic sections of the West Highland Way walk. A good staging post before heading north and into Glencoe. Where to stop on West Highland Way, Where to eat on West Highland Way, Visit Tyndrum, Stopping places on the A82.
Read MoreOur guide to walking the section of the West Highland Way from Rowardennan to Inversnaid. The path follows the eastern shores of Loch Lomond. Photographs of the path, with details of amenities along the route. How long to walk West Highland Way, Where to stay on West Highland Way, How easy is it to walk the West Highland Way, Which path shall I take from Rowardennan, Where to stay Inversnaid. WHW.
Read MoreOne of the most popular additions to Loch Lomondside during the last decade has been The Tom Weir Statue at Balmaha. This guide, updated in Spring 2021, includes details of the statue's unveiling on a cold December day in 2014. A guide to visiting The Tom Weir Statue at Balmaha, Loch Lomond. Visit Balmaha. Tom Weir's Loch Lomond. Photography of Balmaha Bay. Things to see and do in Loch Lomond.
Read MoreProbably the most photographed tree can be found at Milarrochy Bay on Loch Lomond. The lone tree sits close to the water's edge, if you're walking the West Highland Way you will find this on the route between Balmaha and Rowardennan. There is a beach and toilets at Milarrochy Bay, operated by Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Visit Loch Lomond, Visit Balmaha, Explore Loch Lomond, Guides
Read MoreA guide to walking the Loch Lomond section of the West Highland Way with some of the highlights along the way including Drymen, Balmaha, Glengoyne, Inversnaid, Rowardennan and Inverarnan. Also useful information about public transport options. Highlights along the West Highland Way walk, one of Scotland's great trails. Advice on walking the West Highland Way through Loch Lomond.
Read MoreThis is an A to Z of Gaelic place name origins in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, plus video stories of Gaelic influences in the Scottish Highlands.
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