Nature & Romance Enjoy the romantic beauty of Scotland’s first National Park, where the Highlands meet the Lowlands.
Loch Achray and Ben Venue, in the heart of The Trossachs
  Loch Achray and Ben Venue, in the heart of The Trossachs		 Drumkinnon Tower, at Loch Lomond Shores
  Loch Lomond Aquarium		 Balmaha Bay, on East Loch Lomondside
 Balmaha Bay, on East Loch Lomondside
Cruising on Loch Lomond
Cruising on Loch Lomond
Focus LOCH LOMOND & THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK
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Click map to enlarge		 Falls of Dochart, Killin
Falls of Dochart, Killin

ROUTE DESCRIPTION
1 Start at Balloch, where the National Park Gateway Centre makes the perfect launching-point for your tour. From Balloch you can also relax aboard a loch cruise.
2 Follow the A82 North to the pretty village of Luss and enjoy a stroll by the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.
3 Continue northwards via Tarbet (more loch cruises). Here you can detour westwards to the woodland walks and gardens of the Argyll Forest zone of the National Park (see also Tour 3).
4 For Breadalbane continue North via Glen Falloch, passing remnants of ancient Caledonian Pine Forest. At Crianlarich turn East on the A85, then A827, to the Alpine-like village of Killin, cradled among towering mountain scenery by the spectacular Falls of Dochart.
5 Return to the A85, climbing over Glen Ogle – dubbed by Queen Victoria ‘the Khyber Pass of Scotland’ – to Lochearnhead.
6 Now join the A84 through Strathyre and along Loch Lubnaig to Kilmahog, where you turn West, following The Trossachs Trail (A821).
7 From Trossachs Pier the vintage steamship Sir Walter Scott provides matchless cruises amidst the serene beauty of Loch Katrine, deep in Rob Roy Country.
8 Rejoin the A821 to cross the spectacular Duke’s Pass, stopping at David Marshall Lodge for a picnic or forest walk, before exploring the gateway village of Aberfoyle.
9 Heading South on the A81 look out for a cross roads with the A811 and turn West for the quaint village of Drymen. Here the B837 leads back to Loch Lomond, this time at Balmaha on the quieter Eastern shore (boat trips and boat hire available).
10 Retrace your steps to Drymen and take the A811 South to return to Balloch. En route a short walk up Duncryne Hill, by the village of Gartocharn, is rewarded with a classic view across Loch Lomond and its myriad of gentle islands.
Rob Roy's Grave
Rob Roy's Grave		 The Bonnie Banks, at Luss
The Bonnie Banks, at Luss		 The pleasure-steamer SS Sir Walter Scott, on Loch Katrine
The pleasure-steamer SS Sir Walter Scott, on Loch Katrine
 
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Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
The principal gateway to Scotland's first National Park, Loch Lomond Shores combines a beautiful environment with an outstanding mixture of leisure and shopping experiences.

National Park Gateway Centre, Balloch
Captivating interactive displays and exhibitions on the natural and human history of Scotland’s first National Park.

Sweeney’s Cruises, Balloch
Enjoy Loch Lomond afloat - 1 and 2 hour loch cruises, departing at regular intervals throughout the day.

Loch Lomond Aquarium
Visit the Loch Lomond Aquarium where you can take a journey from the mountain streams through to the deep secrets held within the Bonny Banks of Loch Lomond! See an array of amazing marine creatures including sharks, rays and seahorses.

Cruise Loch Lomond, Tarbet
Discover the spectacular ‘Highland’ end of Scotland’s largest loch aboard one of the regular daily cruises.

Falls of Dochart, Killin
One of Scotland’s favourite beauty spots, where the rushing waters of the River Dochart tumble through the heart of this picturesque village.

Breadalbane Folklore Centre, Killin
Discover the Celtic legends of ‘the high country of Scotland’, including the healer St. Fillan and the mystical giant Fingal.

Rob Roy’s Grave, Balquhidder
Legend and history combine at the last resting place of the hero-outlaw, Rob Roy MacGregor.

SS Sir Walter Scott, Loch Katrine
Enjoy an unforgettable cruise in the wild and unspoilt heart of The Trossachs, aboard a vintage steamship.

Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, near Aberfoyle
Woodland walks, picnic sites, viewpoints, visitor centre and popular forest drive among the craggy hills of The Trossachs and Loch Lomondside.

Scottish Wool Centre, Aberfoyle
Learn the story of Scottish wool and weaving. Meet the stars of the Sheepdog Show or browse in the woollen mill shop.

West Highland Way, Balmaha
Follow part of the famous long distance footpath as it follows the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, where the Lowlands meet the Highlands.

Duncryne Hill (‘The Dumpling’), Gartocharn
A short, steep walk leading to breathtaking views over Loch Lomond to the Highland peaks beyond.

 

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