Ben Lomond is Scotland’s most southerly Munro. Here’s a guide to planning a walk to the summit of Ben Lomond and some photographs from a recent climb. Ben Lomond can be climbed from Rowardennan which is on the eastern shores of Loch Lomond, this guide will tell you how to find the Ben Lomond car park and to prepare for your climb up the mountain, it will also tell you how long it takes to climb.
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 MoreThe legendary story of Reverend Robert Kirk who was a minister in Aberfoyle between 1685-1692. He put Aberfoyle on the map as the ‘Faerie Capital’, inspiring many people to walk up Doon Hill with the story of him being abducted by the faeries for revealing their secrets. Doon Hill is easily reached from Aberfoyle, which is on the Trossachs Trail. Explore the Trossachs, plan your next trip to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs, discover things to do in Aberfoyle.
Reverend Kirk famously told the secrets of fairies in a book that he wrote. They are said to have had their revenge though, when he took a walk-up Doon Hill, as they took his soul, trapping it in a pine tree at the top of the hill.
Read MoreClimb Ben A'an in the Trossachs to see one of Scotland's most iconic views. Photographs of this view are used extensively by organisations such as VisitScotland to attract visitors to Scotland In this guide, we'll tell you exactly where Ben A'an is, where to park and how long it will take you to climb it.
Read MoreA guide to the magnificent and enchanted Puck's Glen gorge, near Dunoon. The pathway through the Argyll Forest gets you up close with the rushing waterfalls. There are forestry paths connecting Puck's Glen with Benmore Botanic Garden and Kilmun Arboretum. The gorge is especially dramatic after rain and in autumn. Photograph Puck's Glen, explore Cowal Peninsula, What to do in Argyll Forest.
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 MoreThe Great Trossachs Path is one of Scotland's Great Trails. The path, between Inversnaid and Callander, goes through the second-largest nature reserve in Britain, an area the size of Glasgow. The path connects with other Great Trails, Rob Roy Way, West Highland Way and Three Lochs Way. It is also ideal for cycling, with sections on NCN7 and alongside Loch Katrine.
Read MoreA walk East Creag Mhor at St Fillans provides some outstanding views of Loch Earn. This 90-minute walk is mainly through forestry tracks. Another excellent Breadalbane walk-in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Walk at St Fillans, Things to do at Loch Earn, Walking at Loch Earn, How to get good views of Loch Earn, Highlights of St Fillans Loch Earn, Breadalbane.
Read MoreAber Shore has to be one of the loveliest walks in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. In this guides, we will let you know about the flat walk along the Aber Shoreline, at the southern shores of Loch Lomond. You get excellent views of the Loch Lomond Islands, Ben Lomond and Conic Hill. This is on the RSPB Loch Lomond Reserve, with a walk to the mouth of the River Endrick. Birdwatching in Loch Lomond.
Read MoreJust 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.
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 MoreDuncryne 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.
Read MoreBrenachoile 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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