The 49 best walking spots in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

It takes 2.5 to 3 hrs to reach the top. It's totally worth it. The scenery is beautiful, just one tip to the people who are planning to hike there are 2 routes to reach the top the route which begins from left side of car park I mean which passes through a small beach , in that route near the top of Ben Lomond it gets very steep so be careful there. The right route is easy .

One of the most pleasant and rewarding mountain hikes I have had the pleasure of completing. Of moderate difficulty and suitable for hikers of all levels if you've got the time. The summit was very windy and 10-15C colder than the bottom, so bring layers. If you decide to do the full loop via the Ptarmigan Ridge, I recommend doing it counter-clockwise as going up the eastern side was more gradual and the path was more flat. It took us 5.5 hours to do the full loop, including a pitstop for lunch at the top.

Definitely one of the better mountains in Scotland but it's also one of the busiest. Offer unbelievable views. The hike up needs a reasonable level of fitness though

Bagged my first Munro yesterday and it just had to be the beautiful Ben Lomond on the stunning loch Lomond. We went right up the shoulder and then down the ptarmigan ridge. Wow wow wow. It took is 4 hours to reach the summit including small breaks and a half hour stop at the top. 2.5 hours to descent, with equally amazing scenery. Highly recommend this as a first Munro. Only 281 to go 💙⛰️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

My first Munro! ☺️ what a lovely and rewarding mountain hike we had. You can see Loch Lomond while you hike and the views are spectacular.

A lovely hike for my first Munro. There's a couple of awkward spots but with a bit of care they are easily navigated. It's a continuous slope from start to finish. But the views at the top are stunning. We were lucky enough to do it with totally clear skies. If it has been raining extra care will be required as some of the rocks are slippery. It's also a busy walk so you definitely won't have the place to yourself.

Beautiful. The climb up to the peak is very challenging and at times I thought we should turn back. But we didn’t and I’m so glad. The views from the top are breathtakingly beautiful. There are some really tricky sections on the way up which I wouldn’t have managed without my husband’s help. Be prepared, if you’re not used to tough walking this isn’t for you. But I did it and I have a mobility problem. Take your time, don’t be in a hurry. It will get your heart pumping - literally - and take as many rest breaks as you need. It took us 8.5 hours to go to the peak and back down again, but we had allowed for that time. So glad we did it.

Despite visiting in the middle of August, the weather was not the most favourable, with occasional wind and light rain. This did not deter us from climbing to the top, and the experience was entirely worthwhile. We noticed that some people only climbed halfway up, and even from that point, the views were fantastic. Therefore, we definitely recommend going as far as you can, even if you do not plan to reach the very top.

Conic Hill (361m/1184ft) offers absolutely breathtaking views of Lock Lomond below during this hike. A steady uphill hike with a few steep parts however this is very doable for all ages and fitness levels. Just take plenty rests if you need to. A great walk for dogs with a car park and a visitors centre that also has toilets (Not free but very reasonably priced). A local shop in just outside the car park for supplies. Also a lovely pub offering lots of drinks choices and a lovely restaurant inside. Very friendly staff. What a lovely walk and I would definitely do this again!! A must see if your in the area 😁👌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Balmaha's walking trails are a must-do! We completed both the easy loop around the village, which offers lovely woodland views and insight into the area's history, and the more challenging Conic Hill trail, which rewards with breathtaking panoramic views of Loch Lomond. The Conic Hill climb can be steep and rocky in parts, so good footwear's a must. Both trails are well-marked and maintained. Don't forget to pay for parking - you can pay by app or at the machines, super convenient. Toilets are paid in the visitors' centre. Overall, Balmaha's trails offer a fantastic way to experience the natural beauty of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Highly recommend!

Conic hill gives you stunning views of the Eastern end of Loch Lomond from an easily accessible hill at 1184ft. The path to the summit is very well constructed and maintained. The walk starts from Balmaha visitor centre car park and parking is plentiful with a small charge. Conic hill is signposted and easy to follow on a well defined path to the summit. You start walking through a lush, woodland before the trees open up and the views of Loch Lomond can be seen. The view at the top is a jewel and you can see the clear line of the Highland boundary faultline where the division of the highlands and the lowlands join and on a clear day you can see Goat fell on Arran and Ailsa Craig. Conic hill can be enjoyed by most people of reasonable fitness, just be canny on the stone path when it is wet as it can be slippery. There are also amenities in Balmaha with a village shop and the Oak tree inn for food, drink and accommodation.

Twice we've been up here. The first time up and down from Balmaha (which is steep, stony steps). The second while walking the West Highland Way. Great views from near the top. The summit is further back, but we headed up to a viewpoint to get a great view over Loch Lomond.

Beautiful trail with stunning views over Loch Lomond and its islets. The hike is very doable if you are untrained as the trail mostly consists of stepping stones. Up and down took us around 2 hours, taking it slowly and taking plenty of breaks. Truth be told, the views were mostly beautiful from the second platform at around 75% of the hike. The top was extremely windy which made us was to get down quickly. You return the same way you got up.

We did this hike last week starting from the car park. I had a driver who picked us up along the W. Highland Loop. We traveled east from Conic Hill. I think this was ideal. There are essentially stone steps for approximately 1 mile up the hill, which would be very challenging coming down, especially if it was wet. If you travel east on the west Highland route past conic hill is more of a trail with stone steps and more dirt. I know this isn’t the standard direction for the W. Highlands Loop but for us that day and if you have a driver or a second car and you wish to do a point to point type of hike , it is fantastic. In total it was about 5 miles for us to get back to the paved road.

We went to do this hike a few days ago and for us it was really tough. The weather was intense and the climb is intense as well. Our map suggested to go round counter clockwise, but the yellow part we climbed down was extremely scary. It was windy, slippery and raining. There was thick mist, which made the visibility very scary as well. It felt as if we were simply climbing down a waterfall, so after our nerves got the better of us, we decided to go back up and take the same way down as we got up. It took us about 5,5 hours. It might be really worth it with great views, but please bare the weather in mind. Be careful ❤️

A stunning walk with incredible views. It is quite long and steep in some places, a lot of tiring steps towards the end but very much worth it!

Great day out. Clear conditions and paths. Up and down in 4 hours and fantastic views.

A real mountain for any hill walker. Park at the head of Loch Long and after a steep initial slog up the forested side of the loch you reach a long valley walk with Narnain to your right and the Cobbler ahead. Stop at the Narnain boulder for a snack then there are choices to continue to the summit. Yes there are midges in the forest though once up higher the breeze will keep then at away. You can drink from the burn away fro the path and having checked for debris, filter it if you feel happier doing so. The paths are for the sure footed but the route in the valley is as fast as you feel fit. On the top threading the eye of the cobbler takes a bit or nerve as the exposure is not for the faint hearted. Not a place for children to run free but supervised they will enjoy this as a good mountain day. Superb views in all directions give you a proper sense of scale of Scottish mountains and the time it takes to get from one to the others. Water is limited n the top but you can wild camp there and wake up above the clouds. Make a weekend of the Arrocher Alps.

Great short hike only 45 mins from Glasgow. Really striking shape, a clear path throughout if taking route to summit from behind. Much rougher direct route up the face is perhaps best saved for descent. Plenty of parking available at Succoth. Easy to combine with Ben Ime and Ben Narnain for a longer day out.

Beautiful view, nice decent hike.

Really great hike with some very rewarding views at the top. We started from the car park in Succoth (£1/hour) and walked up to the dam, crossed over and went up An t-Sron before heading to The Cobbler. This is a good and more challenging route, which gets really steep towards the end. In all it took us just over 5 hour with stop for lunch. Go this way if you want a challenge and to be totally alone in your way up.

A truly wonderful place – beautifully maintained, spotless, peaceful, and very welcoming. Scotland’s beauty is remarkable, and I would highly recommend visiting :) 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙃🙃🙃

Well worth the drive. Enjoy the tour of the loch. Amazing views and stunning geography. Close to Three Lochs Drive. For those with caravans, they have electric hookups available and a bath/shower lodge as well.

An absolutely beautiful place to visit. There's a nice welcoming café, toilets, bike rental or a nice walk around the loch and also boat rides. I went on the steam ship (sir Walter Scott) and it was super. Prices vary depending on what time slots you go for but it's worth it. Totally recommend.

Fantastic place. Very well organised. Parking and public toilets are very well organised. Was there last Saturday. Weather was brilliant. Did cruise on steamer. Recommend long walk.

Absolutely loved our outing here. Lovely boat cruise with wonderful friendly staff and crew. And the afternoon tea was amazing.

Love this place, nice cafe, plenty parking space, can do the boating trip, hire a electric or pedal bike to ride along the loch which has a nice road along the loch which goes all the way to loch Lomond. I have been to this place quite a few times over one decade, still whenever i come here feels very nice…. Oh… dont forget to make a wish, there is a wishing well in front of cafe… u cant miss it……

Had a fantastic little day at loch katrine. We took and guided boat tour where we were told everything about the loch in the way round. Very interesting. Beautiful views all around. The little gift shop was nice we bought a wee highland cow for my daughter. We visited the cafe which was very pricey but lovely views food and coffee and plenty room. Highly recommend for a day out.

Ben A'an (461m/1,522ft) has a lovely trail up to the top. It can be quite intense at parts as you gain a lot of elevation over a short distance. Be prepared for a few steep parts. That being said we completed this in about 2.5hrs. The views of Loch Achray to the South East during the ascent and decent we amazing however the views of Loch Katrine looking over to the North West from just bleow the summit are probably some of the best views I've ever seen... absolutely stunning!!! 😍 However the clouds came in quickly and the view from the summit was obscured. A great experience well worth the effort!!!!! 😊👌 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⛰️🐕🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Cute wee hill, only 1 hour 30 mins up, and 30 mins down. Trail is easy (saw lots of small children and no technical aspects to the hike) and views are sensational. Easily reached via Trossachs Explorer bus (only operational July - first week of October). Went on a Sunday in late September ~3-5 PM and the peak was still a bit crowded.

Easy to follow trail with lots of "steps" made of large rocks that were somewhat challenging but also very doable. We started in the dark and didn't realize we had to cross the road to the trail - just because it was dark and we were ready to go in order to see sunrise from the top. It started getting light quickly and we still made it. In late September we started around 6:30 and were at the top by 7:10. We took it easy on the way down to stop and enjoy more views.

Not an easy hike, very steep and tough climb at parts despite the “stairs” with rocks. Very easy to navigate with well made path and rewarded with amazing views at the top. Left car park at 7:45pm to get up and watch the amazing sunset at the top. Took around 40 mins up and 30 back down, due to steepness of trail it is quite hard going on the knees. I did take walking boots but I wouldn’t say they were needed. Crowds expected on a nice day like today

90% of the path and very steep. Quite challenging for a beginner but anyone can do it with some encouragement and lots of breaks in between. The views are breathtaking and definitely worth the effort to the top! The path is not marked but you can’t stray from it as it’s very visible.

The hike up Ben A’an isn’t easy but not too hard either — and the views from the top are absolutely stunning!

Great hike, would rec for beginners although there are some very steep areas but it very well maintained

We had a great walk to the top of Ben Ledi. There’s a very good maintained track with Beautifull views. It’s good to be a little fit, bring water!

One of the best hill walk we had, as a family, in Stirlingshire, easy and gentle walk most of the route but some steep trekking testing the strength and stamina, beautiful views all around from the top, proper hill walking attire required, mosquito repellent is a must, otherwise be prepared for sleepless itchy nights🤣😂

Nice walk up, quite steep for most of the walk, nice view until reaching the cloud layer, then couldn't see a thing. Probably be better for a summer climb.

I really enjoyed this hike, easy to follow route with spectacular views..

Amazing be prepared anti mosquito water. Take it easy going up as it is a few hours walk. Worthy though

Medium+ challenging hike up to the mountain top, with some steep slopes and ascends. Dress for any wind and weather. Magnificent landscapes and views. Absolutely beautiful!!

Ben Ledi is situated near Callander town. Absolutely stunning views from top and through the route. The first phase of the walk is quite steep and difficult. Walking gears is recommended. Cross sign at the top. I managed to walk to the top under 2 hours. Absolutely stunning and breathtaking views. Parking is free but very limited as well. The walk starts straight from parking. No bins through the route. Thoroughly enjoyed my walk today.

Very Very Steep for the first bit but was beautiful once you get to the summit

Very tough climb. We got our 10 year old up, just! Wouldn’t recommend taking kids up this one unless they have previous experience climbing mountains.

To be honest, the walk up Ben More is not as steep as a lot of the reviews make it out to be. There is a good and steady path, and the best part is that you get to bag two Munros for the price of one as the ascent up Stob Binnien from the Bealach is only ~250m or so. I found the descent from the Bealach all the way to the track you originally start on to be an incredibly boring slog - good idea to download a bunch of podcasts to occupy yourself.

West coast weather ,wet windy ,sleet and hail after 700 metres height,icy at the top ,30 second vid then retrace my steps quickly,easy path to follow ,not boggy but wet ,still enjoyed it,when the clouds break there is stunning scenery . This not crainlarich ben more,

Fantastic couple of Munros, initial farm track but look out for the stone stepped path which heads straight up the front of Ben More which feels never ended and quite hard going but the views are stunning. Path continues onto Stob Binnein which I would highly recommend. Once back down between the two Munros there's a steep boggy path which heads back down to a track which leads you back to where you started.

A great hike, it's not the longest one, but you have to be ready for some steep parts. Definitely worth it, view is amazing and it's one of these peaks where you can see your progress clearly, as there're flat sections at all (apart from the top).

Tough climb but fantastic. It’s basically incline all the way up. For new climbers, doable with breaks but still tough going. Can take 2+ hours just to get up. Coming down was tricky. We found a path down heading towards the valley between the other Ben mountain. When you’re heading down, it’s on your right close to the bottom of Ben Mor but if you’ve arrived to the flat grass between both ridges you’ve past it.

Great parking though usually very busy. Walks are lovely.

Lovely walk through the woods, great views. Perfect walking location if the weather is not great.

Great circular walk to falls up to forest and back along road can be made longer by going up the steep path to Crags.

Great walk through a forest you can see buzzards and other animals, we where lucky to see a deer, it is a red squirrel area but I had no luck on seeing any. Parking is a bit tricky I would park at the large one which is sign posted and have a short walk to the start.

A small free parking, starting point of Bracklinn Falls and Craggs walking routes. There is a much bigger parking near the main road that crosses Callander with easy access (pay and display, 3.4£) If you don't mind walking, I would recommend the bigger one.

We drove to Callander Crags car park as we could not park in the Bracklinn Falls car. We walked the whole loop starting from the Bracklinn Falls car park. The walk took us 2 hours and we loved it, my only issue is the sign posting after we turned left at the Bracklinn Falls Bridge..... (or should I say lack of sign posting) there is this tiny and steep path which finally leads to a forest walk which and finally leads down to another bridge and loops you back to the Bracklinn falls car park. Anyway that was only a minor gripe, we really enjoyed the walk and would recommend.

Steep climb to the mountain top but you will be rewarded with panoramic view! 90 mins to finish a loop which served as a good exercise.

Lovely locale, the campsite was quite good for an overnight stay and there was enough walking to fill a long afternoon. Great views from almost every angle as well, I recommend the summit. Just make you sure you dress for ticks, check the midge forecast, and brace yourself for the composting toilet!

Lovely trip to the island, very friendly staff. We walked for ages and enjoyed every little bit, believe or not we had 4G with EE. View were amazing, fresh air. History was great also. The boat that took us here had a class captian who also sang.

Beautiful view from summit point, worth the walk up. Managed to complete the circuit in around 1.5 hours (I saunter rather than walk...) Love a boat ride and that.

Well worth a visit. We crossed on the ferry from Bahama. We had a guided tourof the island, with an excellent guide, but there are information points and you can download a map to get your own information. We walked to the summit and round the island and to the burial ground, at a leisurely pace, in less than 2 hours, with 3 geriatrics in our group.

Decent place to enjoy your time with family or friends. A short ride from balmaha (10-15 minutes) is nothing compared to the view.

Beautiful little island with stunning views!!

Lovely views but we got bitten by ticks here

Lovely hike, although it is a very boggy walk up through the forest. Sadly didn’t manage to get a clear view at the top although we did have some sun which was nice. The paths are very steep and some are not as clear as others so just be careful coming back down!

Ben Lui and Beinn a'Chlèibh offer a captivating and rewarding hiking experience. The rugged beauty of these mountains is truly awe-inspiring, with their steep slopes. As you ascend, you'll be treated to breathtaking panoramas of rolling hills, shimmering lochs, and dramatic valleys. The sense of accomplishment when reaching the summits is unparalleled. These two Munro's are a testament to Scotland's natural wonders and should be on every hiker's bucket list.

Excellent hike up Ben Lui and Beinn a'Chlèibh, the hike started with a river crossing then took us through a midge forest and into a knee deep bog. We made it through to start the ascent and hiked to the top of Ben Lui where a total whiteout meant there was nothing to see but clouds. We hiked down the along the ridge to Beinn a'Chlèibh where the whiteout continued and literally met a mad Ram at the top 🐑🤷

Very boggy on early stages , really boggy. Hard work for us older guys but great day. Make sure you are 100% on your route as a slight varience can lead to a harder climb.

Attempted all 4 yesterday. It was a tough tough walk in the heat. Made it to the summit of them all, such a good walk. Good sense of achievement! Not for the faint hearted though.

A great but tough walk. We found going through the forest to be very boggy despite the summer weather. Be prepared for that!

Dont try this unless your fit and dont mind walking up a steep grassy hill!! However, its amazing :) and crossing the river was a lot of fun.

Beautiful lake. The boat trip is a must. A walk to the castle is pleasant and quite relaxing. This is a visit to a wonderful park. Not a walk on nature. Overall, I recommend the trip.

A place worth experiencing when you visit Scotland. Everything here is wonderful, from the natural scenery to the people. You can explore this place by both land and water.

What a beautiful place to explore. Had a cruise on the lake which is a must. On a good day you can walk around the loch and climb the Ben Lomond and do a scenic walk in one of the loch’s islands. Make sure you allocate enough time to be able to do most of the activities.

🌊 My Visit to Loch Lomond, Scotland Visiting Loch Lomond was a breathtaking experience. Located just about an hour from Glasgow, it is the largest freshwater loch in Scotland and part of the stunning Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Surrounded by rolling hills, forests, and charming villages, the scenery is simply spectacular. I enjoyed a leisurely walk along the shore, boat rides on the loch, and exploring the picturesque village of Luss. The calm waters, reflections of the hills, and peaceful atmosphere make it a perfect spot for photography, picnics, and relaxation. Visitor Tips: Bring comfortable walking shoes for trails, and pack snacks or a picnic. Boat tours and water activities are available during summer months. Early morning or late afternoon visits offer the best light for photos and fewer crowds. How to Reach: Loch Lomond is accessible by car via the A82 from Glasgow or by train to Balloch with onward local transport. Overall, Loch Lomond is a must-visit for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking tranquility amidst Scotland’s iconic landscapes.

Ok so the weather at the end of May was not so great ,but I drove up from Glasgow with a Loch tour booked to my amazment I got there way to early even though I had already been to Dunbarton Castle, but I asked at the kiosk if I could change my ticket and just like that the young lady siad aye there is a boat going in 5 mins so of I went on my second adventure in less than 4 hours.

Lovely scenery and it's a very large area so plenty to see if you are up for a bit of a walk

A beautiful lake, which is beautiful irrespective of the time of the day. It has boating and some water sports options to engage with the environment. Very peaceful to just sit by the side of water and let the waves (yes! Waves in the lake water) entertain you for a while.

Great wee drive around beautiful scenery. Should be £3 but the meter wasn't working so free. It's a dirt/gravel road so take your time. Hundreds of places to stop. Also an ice cream shack near the end which was excellent

Absolutely loved this quiet forest road/track. Easy to find & sign posted. There is a 10MPH limit, which is great as you slowly meander around the forest & can stop to admire the view. There are numerous pull in places & places to park so you can explore the forest on foot

Beautiful place to go out for a sunny day barbecue and have fun with kids in the shore of lochs. Off course you can do a lot water activities like kayaking swimming etc. the place is kind of reserved and under forest preservation. The road is not good inside its raw so on sunny days its so dusty. Not that far from Glasgow. Bug usually busy if its sunny. Some places are nice to have camping.

Extremely enjoyable drive. Lots of picnic and camping spots. And there is a toilet block

Excellent drive around the three Lochs and through the forest. Lots of places to pull over and enjoy the views. The gravel road was easy to drive on and also toilets and an ice cream stop on the route. Highly recommend

Nice drive around the three Lochs some great scenery and good places to stop and have a picnic also take photos, but i would visit soon as the veiw as you enter is spoiled by what looks like de-forestation, dont know how it will look in a couple of years time,shame.

Been camping at loch drunkie for the past few years now, it's a favourite of ours. Lovely scenic camping spots 👌🏼

We were staying in Stirling and went on a day trip to see this area. We decided last minute to climb Conic hill since it wasn’t raining. It was rewarding climb to the summit with spectacular panoramic views across Loch Lomond and the islands. There were sheep in the pasture. It was very windy at the summit!

Absolutely stunning views, worth every single step. We were very lucky with the weather, so the trail was mostly dry, but it can definitely get and stay a bit muddy after rain. The first part of the ascent goes through a forest area. The steepest part is toward the very top of the hill, on a path that heads off to the right from one of the viewpoints up to the highest viewpoint. Much recommended for hiking enthusiasts!

Loved this place to hike. The views both from on the way and the top were amazing (in clear weather).

Conic Hill was part of our second day hiking the West Highland Way. It rained the entire walk up and down. The views at the top are impressive. Take care on the way down especially if there’s rain. The rock steps can be tricky to navigate.

That was a great peak for people who loves hiking and nature. Astonishing landscape! You may enjoy Loch Lomond view, when you arrived the peak of Conic!

Gorgeous views with only a few steep areas. My husband and I hiked this for our 10 year anniversary in wedding dress and kilt but wore hiking boots.

Amazing sites, really good walk. There is a good stone path that’s been put in to make it easier to walk up. Takes around an hour to get up to the top.

Decent walk, can be paired with Stùc a' Chròin if you are bagging munros. Path leads up to the top. Very windy when I walk up and surrounded by bog so recommend appropriate clothing and footwear.

My first munro and a great place to start. Straight climb with great views. Sadly it was a white out at the top but still enjoyed it. A lot of rubble to negotiate which made it a bit harder.

Superb Munro! The hill has got some great views the entire way up. The view down to Loch Earn is great but by far the best was the view over to Stuc a’ Chroin so make sure to get to the top. Pretty snowy when we went so crampons were a must. The path was nice lower down but quickly got swallowed but snow. The hydro dam makes a good place for lunch also. Definitely would recommend. Anyone with a decent level of fitness can make it up!!

Great climb up to the summit, apparently it’s one of the easiest Munros but it’s quite steep in places especially after passing the second cairn. However the views are absolutely stunning once the summit has been reached.

WOW!! This was our first ever Munro hike in Scotland and let me tell you this is not a beginners Munro ! easy to park at Loch Earn, from there its an easy start until the steep part comes up. after lots of swearing and pushing through my giving up voice, finally we made it to the top and what a view. coming down was another challenge (at least for me) cause my legs wanted to give up half way down 🙈 worth a hike and definitely proud of us

First Munro bagged and it was a cracker. Just the most beautiful sunny January morning looking out over Loch Earn from the fabulous Ben Vorlich. Easy ascent, but descent a little more tricky just as the wind picked up a little and icy where the Sun couldn't reach. View magnificent, as you can see. Seems to be a favourite first Munro and we thoroughly recommend it.

Ben Vorlich is a great Munro and one of the first I have climbed. It's tough going on some points with a steep rocky climb...almost scrambled at points. When I went it was extremely humid and the midges were a killer! Worth it for the view though!

Beautiful and scenic walk around the blue and red trails, however a bit disappointed with the amount of dog muck lying around. Probably an investment in dog litter bins might help to alleviate the problem.

Beautiful walk on green trail 2.5mile approx. Solid trail walk passing a beautiful lochan spring . Well sign posted loop walk

Lovely walk in the forest along the Sculpture Trail. Perfect for families and animals.

A great place to wild camp, beautiful loch to wake up next to.

Stunning place !! A must go !!

We had a wonderful unplanned 2 hr walk on the Bracklinn Falls circuit. Once we crossed the bridge at Bracklinn Falls we were by our selves for 1:30 mins. The climb through the pine forest needs reasonable walking fitness but the views on emerging from the forest are Scotland hills are their beautiful best. The descent back to the car park is on a very quiet single track road. Proper walk with great scenery!

Loved this place, car park has about 10 spaces and is up a steep and narrow road. Only good for cars. The walk is about 1.5 to 2 miles mostly flat with a steep decent just before the waterfall. The view right next to the falls is better than from the bridge, but it's a little tricky getting into the rocks beside the water. Absolutely worth the trip.

Took a trip to Bracklinn Falls in Callander when the weather was proper hot. Exactly what I needed that day. Nothing fancy - just the simple sound of water flowing over rocks, birds chirping, and that clean air hitting different after being in the city. Had to watch my step though - those rocks near the water get proper slippery, so you need to be careful when you're getting close for a better look. Nice spot to just sit on the rocks, chill out and forget about everything else for a bit. Cool place for a wee break from the usual routine. Definitely worth the visit when you need to clear your head

Bracklinn Falls is stunning! The walk to the falls is beautiful and peaceful, with lots of greenery along the way. The waterfall itself is impressive and makes for some great photos. A perfect spot to enjoy nature and take a relaxing stroll.

Great wee car park, space for roughly 15 cars and the road up takes you up in elevation enough so the walk is an easy 1/2 mile stroll. Single track road with passing places on a steep hill is also good to note.

Small about ten space car park. Fairly easy walk to the falls from there. Pushchair friendly as made path all the way through to the falls but some very steep sections that would make it a challenge for rugged wheelchair users.

When I have visited waterfalls in the past it has sometimes been an anticlimax especially considering the effort it took to get there but the Bracklinn Falls were definitely worth it. Only a half mile easy walk from the car park the falls are spectacular with large plates of rock forming an impressive gorge. Well worth a visit if you are in or travelling through Callander.

Another great spot for Family. Toilets a bit far though and up the hill. Lovely play parks and lots of open green space to play all sorts of sports games or just to chill on a blanket. Stunning views. Very clear water. The only downside for us it was quite a lot of broken glass on the beach and my girls love walking bare feet. Staff tries their best to keep it clean but it is up to us actually to leave no print behind.

This charming and tranquil location is not very well-known among tourists, making it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of more crowded attractions. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the serene lake, which adds to the area’s natural beauty. Families will find a delightful playground for children, providing a safe and fun space for them to explore and play. Convenient facilities include clean restrooms located adjacent to the historic castle, ensuring comfort for all visitors. Best of all, parking is free, making it easy to spend a leisurely day soaking in the picturesque surroundings.

First time in this park despite my many visits over the years to Balloch. Wanted to go for picturesque dog walk & was not disappointed. Perfect time of year at autumn . Will be back more often 👌🏻

Great place for a walk and picnic. Stunning views of loch lomond. Grounds are spotlessand well maintained. The castle is closed to the public but if you have an interest in history or just like to visit beautiful buildings then its worth a visit if in the area. Public toilets are in the castle. If you walk down the hill towards the pier there is a kiosk if you want to grab an ice cream.

A lovely castle that is sadly rotting away. You are able to walk around the outside, and there are toilets available. The toilets were in good condition. It should be noted they close at 2.30 pm during the winter. There is a hard surface path to the castle, but it is up a hill, so it would depend on the wheelchair type and fitness of the user.

I find this park to be a wonderful spot with breathtaking views of Loch Lomond, scenic walking paths, and wide open areas perfect for picnicking or unwinding. Very clean and green area. Parking is big and free, there is a huge playground for the kids, cafe and ice cream shop

We were staying in Stirling and went on a day trip to see this area. We parked in the castle parking area for free anc walked around the ruins of the 13th century castle. It was barricaded. We walked the path leading to Loch Lomond and enjoyed the views. There was a playground near the lake and our kids & grandkids enjoyed the play set.

Love Being Duph good walk good view good fresh air 👍🥳🥰

Pleasant walk with a few false summits. A bit muddy in some areas and fantastic views. The start area seems a bit hidden next to Luss primary school then over the bridge.

Great day for a hike, enjoyed the views and gentle slope up to the peak. Some very boggy patches and gnats at the top.

Amazing view from this place. A bit difficult to find the route , I missed it and went to another route and had to come back to find where is the right way to get there, it is basically passing from a small door with sheeps around and almost near the beginning of the road. Definitely worth going up there you will have amazing view of the loch lomond

A fab hike. Though it's not a munro, it's a big hike with stunning views!

A fairly easy hike with the only real difficulty being the muddy wetlands if you're not wearing appropriate footwear. The view during the ascend kept getting better and better and once atop of the mountain hike you'd have a near panoramic view of the Lochs around. I was very awestruck by the wild landscape and the everchanging weather. I found it incredible. There was only a few other people during our hike this day. Highly recommendable.

Pretty decent walk. A bit busy. Good one to do with kids.

Starting from Ben Venue Car Park the way is well signposted until it isn’t, but the path is clear from then on. It’s a long walk around to the other side of Ben Venue before you start the real accent. There is a flat marshy section and a few rocky scrambling parts (more awkward on the way down), but for the most part a moderate climb. There are two peaks (729m and 727m), a short distance apart, with stunning views of Loch Katrina, Loch Achray and Venachar and well beyond. We started early, leaving the car park at 05:50, and reached the top of the first peak 09:05 going at an easy pace (I’m in my 60s so it’s not a race). We didn’t see another soul until 20 minutes after we headed back down. 😌 The photos don’t do it justice, but shows how beautiful it is.

Great car parking facilites and well constructed trail that leads you up around the back of the hill via the Glen. Terrain gets steeper as you pass up to the bog and then up the ridgeline. Lovey walk.

If you go on weekend go a bit earlier than 9am cause you may find it difficult to find a parking space as I did. Be prepared for a long walk , it takes 5_6 hours. I recomend to do some warm up before start your journey. You can have some snacks with you but a bottle of water is a must. You will see some amazing view on your way to the top. But the view on the top is just breathtaking. If you love the nature then definitely you are going to love Ben venue 💚

Great walk, my first time ..easy to follow the path to the top...a little boggy and a little rocky at the top but manageable...car park can get busy...there are toilets and coffee close by..

Fantastic views from the top, you really need waterproof boots to hike as it gets really muddy time to time, but the view worth all of the small struggles! Absolutely recommended!

Nice walk, fantastic view from the top We missed the return path and then it has been difficult to come back (very steep and slippery) We have been very fortunate to have a rainbow down on the lake

Starting at the car park at Loch Achray following the path which cuts across private roads, woodland and forestry tracks which are all signposted before you gradually ascent round the hill with the odd steep, rocky and very boggy sections. When you arrive at the cairn the path splits, turning right goes to the top, turning left is the path to Loch Ard. The views from the top are just stunning! The trig point sits lower than the true summit cairn which sits alot further to the left on route to the trig point! Once at the trig point start following the path back but not too far along you will see a small path heading to the right, this will lead you to the cairn at the true summit and loop you back round to the main path.

One of my favourite munros as it’s all wild paths - river walk through the forest to begin, then hillwalking and a good scramble to the summit. Beautiful views of the surrounding Arrochar Alps and Cobbler - and best of all, no sheep, so dug could get a run around off lead (probably best to double check though, we might have got lucky).

Spectacular area to walk. Great paths and even better views.

Lovely hike and great views from the top. We walked a loop from Arrochar way up was a bit difficult to find and steep but way down (shared with The Cobblers descent) was relatively easy.

This was my first munro yesterday. We parked at the succoth car park in arrochar and got started. Rather than take the regular tourist path we walked up the harder route at start of the path through a gap in the trees and claimed straight up until we were on the second path and so on. Great scrambling opportunities especially at the top. It was my first time scrambling and I loved it. If you like this during a walk go up around the back and take tourist route down which is much easier. A big boulderpark at the other end coming down so be careful and cautious. The views were non existant at the top but beautiful on the way down. An amazing climb and day out. Well recommended.

Tough hike, summited in February. Was a lot of snow from the tree line onwards. Crampons and ice axe are a necessity. Gets pretty scrambly towards the top and can be a bit sketchy in the snow but well worth the effort. Incredible views from this beautiful mountain.

Decent Munro in beautiful early Spring Sunshine, with a trek through woodland to start followed by a small track back across the face of the mountain to the main path up it. A couple of tricky parts where placing the correct foot makes a difference but was fine in these glorious conditions. Sixth Munro completed and with Beinn Ime just behind a double bag is the usual for most people. The Cobbler is dramatic too for those with extra time and or energy too.

Good path for hiking, lovely view, but we are unlucky. We can't find the summit it was foggy.

A stunning place to visit. Just a few minutes walk from the train station, and you are in breath-taking scenery. There are lots of different walking trails. Dotted around the loch, there are children's play areas. There is also a castle and walled garden that you can explore. The nearest toilets are at the castle. There were picnic tables. There are hard surface paths around the loch. These are wheelchair accessible. Dog walking off lead is allowed.

This is amazingly beautiful place to do hiking, chilling by the water or doing water activities, it has it all covered. Little place called Luss, was a brilliant spot for us. Has got boat tours, little cafe and shop, parking and petrol station, town streets and houses are postcard perfect, the beach with white sand. Amazing experience. Weather in the morning didn't promise a nice day, but later sunshine appeared and it was lovely.

Breathtaking! A cross between North Carolina and Colorado. We came through in March and I can only imagine what the scenery is like here in the summer and fall. We were able to see a tremendous variety of flora and fauna, from vast swatches of some of the largest daffodils I have ever seen, to wild Scottish Red Deer, which look similar to a North American Elk. The weather, while cold and damp, was almost perfect for the time of year we visited. This is a bucket list item, for sure!

Truly a beautiful lake, I thoroughly enjoyed my time here. I can really tell the Scottish people take real good care of the lake too. Well worth a visit.

We were staying in Stirling and went on a day trip to see this area. It was amazing to see the beautiful highland landscapes and lowland rolling hills & drive through the villages.

Camping is allowed in this area as its outwith the Loch Lomond and Trossachs no camping zone. Parking at the Balquhidder church this route takes about an hour and a half walking. There isn't many good pitches at Lochan Eireannaich but I managed to find a good one.

Although far for most Englanders, this is a place of extraordinary beauty. Whether you like watersports, or hiking. Quick tips: 1. Always carry midge spray. Avoid DEET though. Midges usually are the biggest annoyance in and around the area. 2. If you booked a water taxi, make sure you call them ahead of schedule if the jeti they will pick you up from is busy.

A nice relaxing place to unwind, not long walk from car park. Wear sturdy walking shoes as steps can muddy and slippy if it's been raining..and don't upset the fairies.

Great quiet walk in amongst the Scottish forest great smells of pine. Quite strenuous in parts but 1hr1/2 round trip.

Amazing trek , worth it. Highly recommended.

Pleasant enough woodland stroll with some fairy houses dotted along the trail. Would recommend going for the circular walk around past the river as described on walkhighlands for a bit of variety. Be mindful when asking at the wool centre and following that route you're walking along a road for a kilometre or so.

Beautiful magical fairy walk. The children loved this so much. Making wishes and finding all the fairy houses in the trees.

Just outside Aberfoyle Doon Hill is easily walkable from the town centre car park. This is a wonderfully intriguing and picturesque stroll full of the folklore and myth of Faries. Robert Kirk the local Minister in the late 1600's is alledged to have compiled writings of the secret world of Faries which angered them so much they kidnapped his soul and imprisoned it in a tree at the summit of Doon Hill where he died while out walking one evening in 1692. His grave is in the partly restored Church you pass on the way to the hill, visit the grave and leave him a coin. The Hill itself has a short but steep climb at one point but if I can manage it anyone can, the view down the valley is glorious, plus there's the tree with Reverend Kirk's soul in it plus loads of little visual treats on the way up.

Lovely walk, feels really peaceful. Was maybe a 1-2km walk trough the forest. In parts was a bit tricky as the track was muddy and had lots of roots on it. For people who have trouble with walking, this might be difficult.

Nice spot for a swim at the wee beach

Gorgeous scenery, the 2 half 30 minutes walk is easily accessible to most fitness types and has a few tables dotted around the way. Make sure to go off the track to find the hidden stone beaches with amazing views.

Place was beautiful, had an incredible experience, just taking in the scenery. Went a walk for about 2 hours so we only partially covered the outskirts of the lake. It was very peaceful that provided many breathtaking views. Wildlife is thriving and the place was very clean, there is also a free car park which provided a guide board and also leaflets for tourists. The path also looks good if your thinking of cycling as many others passed by us with mountain bikes.

Loch Ard is a gem of a loch. Often mirror calm, there's a thousand different views from what is a relatively small and easy to explore loch. For those not able to walk far, you'll find many great views directly from the road. Those feeling more adventurous can park up at the forestry carpark and explorer the paths on the opposite shore. In summer swimming is a must or hire a canoe to explore the myriad of little Islands.

Once you take a right upon exiting the car park and walk past the boat club you are on the trail. There are lots of paths that meander around the Queen Elizabeth forest area but the main route is pretty clear. The loop takes you along the loch, up and then back along a higher path. You get some great views. You can cycle the route or forget the walk and just laze about in a canoe/go fishing. (Camping is not permitted from March until September.)

Stunning place!.. So peaceful, quiet & a great walk.

Beautiful loch so close to Glasgow. The walking path takes about 1.5 hours to get around with some great views of the loch and hills.

Beautiful loch, black water but nice for swimming. Never that busy.

Unbelievable views. Many benches and picnic spots. Absolutely breathtaking setting and nice easy walk

Beautiful loch with a lovely shoreline that's perfect for camping, BBQs or simply enjoying the scenery. Just remember to buy a permit if you plan to camp (£4.50 on the Trossachs website) My friend and I kayak on the loch and it's perfect for beginners as the water is relatively calm and well sheltered. Would recommend!

Easter visit. A very picturesque loch with free parking areas available around it's perimeter. Some beach areas available to sit and relax, barbecue, or fish. I stopped for a quick photo opportunity whilst passing. I did not observe any facilities during my fleeting visit.

Love this beach, peaceful and stunning. Not much parking so be prepared to squeeze in if at all

Beautiful scenery, very accessible, plenty of things to do in the surrounding area. Love it.

Was a family wedding ..weather good enough to have the service on the decking right at lochside. Stunning scenery. The lodge is beautifully set out with hot tub and small garden area. Quite close to Callander. Loved it 🌟

Nice and easy trail with a slight scramble near the top where it gets a little steep.

This was a steep workout.. Really enjoyed this little hill, Boggy nearer the top but it had been raining and visibility was not great…

Quite steep in spots. More of a climb than a hike. The view of Killin and lake Tay are great all the way to the top. View at the top is a bit anticlimactic

Lovely hike and the views of Loch Tay from the top are amazing 😍

Worth the climb for the views :)

Steep and wet at some points, not a long walk from Killin for great views up Loch Tay.

Steep climb especially at the top. Views spectacular.

Fantastic spot for the paddle board. Got parked in a layby closed to a decent spot on the beach. There's a few laybys that will lead you down to the beach just be prepared for a small climb and wear decent boots. The beach spot we were at was a nice little sun trap. It was a nice early spring day warmed up a bit more with the fire pit. Beach was quiet and secluded with views are actually spectacular.

Beautiful surroundings for a great day/nights fishing for pike.

My favourite camping spot... the loch is nice and shallow if your at location L... so kids safe to splash around... it's ok to have a fire... if you use common sense... nearby toilets... and after 4 o'clock the gates to the drive are licked and only people camping will be in the area... the rangers do a fantastic job to look after the place and you when you visit... great for wildlife... fishing. swimming . Camping...

Easter visit. A very picturesque loch with free parking available at Ben Venue Car Park and a few small roadside areas around its perimeter. I stopped for a quick photo opportunity whilst passing. Some areas were clearly watersports and walking destinations perfect for a hike. I did not observe any facilities during my fleeting visit.

I actually love this place. It’s so calming. The water can be as calm and creates a mirror. Visit here, you will not be disappointed

We went on a locks and Glens tour. Lock Achray is beautiful the view from our room was across the lock, the food in the hotel was lovely basic menu's but okay, the staff were great. The entertainment was really good too. The organised trips we had from there were very good, we would go back

Absolutely stunning Loch. We parked in the Ben Venue very park that gave us access to the Loch on a beautiful autumn day. We went paddleboarding on the loch and enjoyed the most stunning views of the hills and the castle. Highly recommended. We did try to paddle down the river to Loch Vennacher but there were too many trees blocking the way sadly.

Nice walk up through woods and along dam. Too windy to go up hill. Lack of enough parking places.

Super 360 view from the top! It’s an easy walk up to the top. Yet beware of google map which didn’t mark the correct entrance. Attached photo of the entrance. We met group of cows around the dam so if you afraid of cows beware. The cows are quiet and lovely though.

As a new member of this water, this was my first visit to look around and I decided to walk up to the top of the hill to Duncarnock fort. Views were amazing and it gave me a chance to check out how my new Canon M50 camera with the 15-45mm kit lens behaved. With the wall to wall sunshine, it turned out a lovely day and happy with camera. A lovely water, a lovely wee hill and a lovely day xx

One of the most captivating aspects of Duncarnock Fort is its rich history. Archaeological evidence suggests that the fort was occupied as far back as the Iron Age, making it over two thousand years old. It’s fascinating to contemplate the daily lives, rituals, and social dynamics of the people who called this place home so long ago. It’s important to note that Duncarnock Fort is an ancient site, and therefore, visitors should respect the area and follow any guidelines or instructions provided. Additionally, as the fort is located on elevated terrain, proper footwear and caution are advised while navigating the site. For history buffs, nature lovers, and those seeking a glimpse into Scotland’s ancient heritage, Duncarnock Fort is an absolute must-visit. Its impressive ruins, breathtaking views, and connection to the past make it a captivating destination that truly showcases Scotland’s rich historical and cultural legacy. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

Nice walk! We started it dry and as soon as we got to top it poured down! As only a small hill didn’t put hiking boots on so went all wrong on the way down 🤣

Nice walk from Barrhead. Amazing view over Strathclyde, Glasgow and Dams to Darnley Country Park. Good with kids.

Worth the walk from Neilston for the views alone. The walk along Kirkton Road out of Neilston and through Glanderson Woods to ‘The Craigie’ as Duncarnock Fort is known is a very pleasant and fairly easy walk. The climb to the summit from Glanderson Dam is straightforward if you take the path clockwise round the hill.

Fantastic 'little' Munro that packs a punch. Great fun. Got my wife to drop me off at the entrance to the hydro road and after Ben Vane went on to do Beinns Ime and Narnain. My wife picked me up at the car park on Loch Long. Great day out. Stay classy, Arrochar Alps!

8 mile round trip from Inveruglas visitor centre where you can park. Relatively easy to find your way and a good path all the way to the top. Is a little scrambly in places and a lot of false tops but well worth it when you finally get to the peak! Great views!

Nice, challenging walk with a little bit of scrambling near the top. Weather was a bit cloudy today, so the views weren't so good

Amazing view from every stage of the router. Quite easy walk at winter condition. One of the best hike this year.

Great trek and cardio work out. Lots of scrambling towards the top. Look for the path to the left as there are lots of false summits.

Great hike, good path most of the way up, bit of climbing near the top but very doable

Rather steep incline to start, also finding the start point isn’t as straightforward, but a great outdoor walk and stunning views at the top

It's a lovely traffic-free National Cycle Route (NCR7), with splendid views at several points. Great for a moderate length walk or a family friendly bike run. Parking is tricky starting from Lochearnhead, so it's best done by bike starting from Kingshouse - there is a cafe there. There is also a tearoom between Kingshouse and Lochearnhead near a caravan park. From Lochearnhead to the top of the glen where the cycle path crosses the A85 is 4.4 miles. NOTE - the path is very steep for a short while at Lochearnhead. Then it is a gentle climb up the valley. Starting from either the caravan park (or the tearoom near it) adds another mile or so. Starting from Kingshouse adds a further mile, making that length 6.5 miles one way.

Honestly, Glen Ogle viaduct was much more beautiful than the famous Glenfinnan viaduct. There was no one, just us, being able to enjoy the beauty of this marvelous place.

Drove past the Glen Ogle Viaduct in the Highlands and got curious, so I pulled it up on Google Maps and realized there wasn’t much info there. Did some digging and figured I’d leave the story here for anyone else passing by. The viaduct was built in the late 1800s to carry the Callander and Oban Railway over the steep slopes of Glen Ogle near Killin. Twelve stone arches stretch across about 150 yards, a real Victorian engineering feat that looks as impressive today as it must have back then. The line was meant to connect central Scotland to the port of Oban, but like many others, it fell victim to the railway cuts of the 1960s and closed in 1965 after a landslide. Before trains, Glen Ogle was already a historic route, once a drove road and even home to one of General Wade’s military roads. Today, the viaduct is a highlight for walkers on the Rob Roy Way and photographers chasing Highland landscapes. It’s a protected listed structure and a striking reminder of Scotland’s railway past. So if you are driving through, stop and take a look. It’s more than just a pretty bridge. It’s a piece of Victorian ambition and Highland history that has aged beautifully.

This is a beautiful place! We hiked along the trail that led to the viaduct and it wasn’t super difficult to get to. We started the walk a bit up the road and it seemed like you could pretty much walk however long you wanted to on this trail. We were there in March- it was a bit chilly and rainy, and there were lots of goats in the area. You can also see the viaduct from the road if you really want to. This area has beautiful views!

Glenfinnan Viaduct, where engineering meets enchantment, and every passing train carries dreams across the Highlands

Lovely high level trail with a gentle downhill gradient, almost flat. Great views across the glen, surrounding hills and lochs. Path is wide and terrain varies between tarmac, compacted stone and a very short section of large gravel stones. Wheelchair accessible with right equipment (batec etc.). We park opposite Loch an Cheile and went towards Lochearnhead. 6 miles there and back. There are a few gates but fully accessible and wide path.

Lovely location. We parked in lochearnhead and walked the old railway line. Nice flat relatively level walk. Nice surroundings. Opens up to fantastic view of viaduct and passes over it.

Fantastic spot (we've just been listening to a woodpecker, close by)and chemical disposal point with overnight parking for 6 Motorhomes. There is no water refill, but The Green Welly in Tyndrum has this and overnight parking for £6.

This is a lovely spot to stop to admire the views of surrounding hills if weather is good. There is a great walk to a waterfall too if you want to stretch your legs. It is a £1.00 charge for an hour, pay by phone or card, using ringo. plenty of parking on gravel surfaces in several different bays.

What a gem of a place to stop for the day or stay the night. Situated 30min from Oban or 15min from Tyndrum. Plenty of parking however there is a charge to pay for either a day which is only £3 or staying overnight £7. Carpark has adequate space for campervans and cars and would definitely recommend staying as the local walk is well signposted to the falls which is stunning, as is the surrounding scenery.

Good place to wild camp in a motorhome, only 6 allowed at night very peaceful. Short walk to a waterfall, longer walk available too. Now available motorhome toilet waste disposal. Picnic table too

A good site within the Forest and Land Scotland "Stay the night" scheme, £7. There is a short marked forest walk and the site is on hard ground. The site is approximately 6 mile west of Tyndrum ( Green whelly shop and fuel station ). If you have a chemical toilet, grey waste and require fresh water go to Tyndrum holiday park £10.

Stayed the night in camper. Good short walk to a waterfall viewing area but if you go down the right track, right again at the fork (as if going on the longer route) then left at the next fork you will get to a picnic bench where you can get down to the stream. Some deepish pools for a dip if brave enough :)

Beautiful,just beautiful. Lucky enough to go in late July to do some Blaeberry (wild Scottish Blueberries) picking.

There is a small parking spot on the left hand side just as you turn into the A880 Kilmun Road. Cross over the road and down the banking leads to a small riverside walk with a lovely view across to the old iron bridge. Nice wee spot for some tranquil river photographs. I'm looking forward to revisiting the area throughout the year.

The most perfect place for the soul and mind that I have found so close to Glasgow yet another world away

This is a great walk that'll take you anywhere from 1-3 hours, depending on your fitness level. It is for the best part, a flat walk, but there are parts through the woods that have corroded away at the edges, where you need to be a little careful. The wooded part of the walk can be avoided if you wish by walking along the road. There is also a good little beach area where the river is running so a good place for dogs and kids to play

Nice spot to relax

All you need is a battered Mars bar and an irn bru to keep your strength up

A beautiful riverside corner of Cowal. Great for dog-walking (and dog-swimming)

Sea trout and salmon are the staple for this water course

This one of the nicest hill walks on the area. Steady climb most of the way. Last time I tried it was knee deep in snow and required crampons or at least descent snow grips. When leaving the tree line it's worth noting it as there is only a limited path beyond and you'll need to find in on the way down.

When you turn into Loch Lomond & The Trossachs national park (left if coming from Dunoon, right if coming from Kilmun), follow the road all the way to when you cannot go any further. There is a sign for Glen Massan and states 'no unauthorised vehicles'. Park here and soon along the way there is a small path that looks like it leads somewhere but leads to two dead ends. The dead end when you turn right is worth going to for the waterfall. Go back down and resume walking in the same direction. The barn is GREEN and it is the NEXT RIGHT. This path is hidden by fluke of the topography and just looks like a small path up to the closed gate. Have faith, follow it up to the left of the closed gate and it reveals itself. We only realised when we went the wrong way up a different mountain and on the way back down you could see the whole path in all its glory. Not an experienced hiker, did not make it all the way to the top because of the already wasted energy, but the sights I seen going up that mountain I will never forget.

one of the best place in scotland if you happy stay alone

Really beautiful day hike. Great views near the top.

Incredible views

Simply beautiful.

A bit wet at times but well worth it for the view

Nice Place

Quiet and peaceful Park and have a walk and sit by beach It is a rock and stone beach but nice view of moray firth

Stunning scenery to enjoy

Great paths for a short walk alongside the reservoir or long walk around the Mell Circuit, (around Meall Cala hill). Make sure you go off the main path to see Dam and get to John Ruskin viewpoint near Brig O'Turk as it is easily missed.

Absolutely gorgeous scenery.

Great place to keep fit! Good views from the top of the rock and plenty of places to rest. While the steps are not long or particularly steep the fact they're needed to get around means this place is not accessible for people with mobility issues.

Castle is in very scenic location on a large volcanic plug. No dogs allowed into castle itself but nice public dog walking area in the small park at Clyde riverside. This is a good area for external views of the castle and passing boats on the river

Great visit here, limited parking, very steep climb around castle, not suitable if you have any mobility issues over 500 steps to climb to the top. We loved it and both Grandsons liked it too views are amazing even on a cloudy day. Toilets on site, no cafe,

We visited Dumbarton castle on a Friday, it was quite quiet. We managed to get parked right in front of the castle but there aren’t too many spaces. This is an impressive looking rock with some of the castle built into it and on top. WARNING- there are hundreds, if not thousands of stairs with no wheelchair access. It is worth the climb though to see the views from the top looking over to Dumbarton itself and all round. One of the buildings was closed to subsidence, the old prison. Worth a visit though!

We enjoyed our visit, interesting castle to visit. All paths were dead ends so you cant get lost. Lots and lots of steep steps so those who struggle with mobility would find it difficult. The views were lovely, nice clean toilets and a little gift shop. Limited parking however there are lots of streets within walking distance if it's full. We did book in advance however there was no need as it's not as busy as other sites.

I went here with a group of friends a few weeks ago, and my, was it breathtaking! Everything was perfect, from the staff (a younger lady who was quite knowledgeable), to the stunning scenery. It was pretty quiet. We were mostly by ourselves, which I happened to love, so we could take our time, not butt into others, and could get however many photos we wanted in different areas without getting photobombed, or vice versa. I would advise you to bring a water, battery pack, and a selfie stick (if you're in a group to get the best group selfies). There's a LOT of steps to climb, so make sure you can handle it. Some are easy, but some are a bit steep. Regardless, every section we went was more than well worth the trek. All in all, it took us about two hours to walk everything and it was very windy at times. I would a million percent recommend going to visit, and I personally would love to go back! I took a crap ton of photos, but am uploading the best photos of scenery for y'all. Also added a photo of a few of my friends that I had reenact a battle plan meeting, since, well, you, know, it is a castle, and you know they had this stuff at some point going on. It was beautiful. 😍🥰

Dumbarton Castle was an unexpected stop for us and our first castle in Scotland. Even though the top portion of the castle was restricted due to inclement weather, the rest of the castle was amazing. They had a reenactment going on while we were there as well. It's definitely worth spending some time here. Highly recommend!

Fab day out at Loch Lubnaig. Water was so calm, great for beginner kayaking. Parking was good and close to water although it did rain all day so imagine it would be busy on nice days in Scotland.

Lovely loch. We stopped here to stretch our legs during a drive from Edinburgh to Glencoe. Good sized parking lot with a small fee. Several beach picnic areas. It was early May so there were not many people. The ducks and mountains and still water was very scenic. A cafe is nearby.

Stunning views, nice place to sit and relax. Some picnic benches. Car park charges you but the ticket machine was broken.

A beautiful Loch, especially on a nice day. Lots of places to put ashore in a kayak, however on a nice day in the school holidays (and even more so on a weekend) the place is busy and all the car parks are full (they wre all full before 9am). The police do phone drivers parked on the roadside and threaten to tow (on this particular day they would have had to tow over 50 cars so it didn't happen but just be aware)

Short beach. Steep drop into water. Carpark at the cafe and further down pay as you go. Both carparks fill up quickly in good weather. These shut at 6 pm.

what an amazing natural place , spot for a family day out .. all the trail along is a must watch

Absolutely gorgeous place to stop and take in the views in every season !

Lovely walk, I did the black and red route brilliant views of Loch Lomond, some lovely sitting spots. Nice and quiet in the morning, parking gets busy late morning and early afternoon. Be aware of people letting dogs free in the car park.

An excellent place to explore, easy to follow waymarked trails, but plenty of other trails to find off the track. In the snow this place is really quite amazing. Car Park payment machine wasn't working (took money, no ticket) apparently doesn't work very well in the cold...

Really lovely part of the world. Peaceful and beautiful if the weather treats you well. We stayed for the night at one of the forestry registered stop over car parks. Well maintained and quiet.

Stunning place with lots of safe places to stop to enjoy the view, and if you intend to stay the night there is a good signal on Vodafone for the most part.

Fantastic visit here this week, the red squirrels appeared in number and my camera had to work fast to capture images!! Will definitely be back next time we're in the area. Lovely staff in the visitor centre too.

Really really liked this park, although I highly advise you take a picture of the route on the information board as we nearly got lost. There are so many twists and turns but the colour coded posts really helped us out. We went the green route round the lochan and it was really peaceful and seen a bunch of blue dragonfly on our way round, clegs were a bit of annoying but they are everywhere at the moment. Highly recommend the green route if you're looking for a walk with water and lasts around an hour, we were around 50 mins. Just a nice addition there is a bench to have lunch with a nice view over the Lochan.

We done the Duke's walk (blue trail) it was an easy enough walk. The little bit at the start got the heart pumping but we really enjoyed it. It's a great walk for the dog both on and off lead. You did need to cross the road twice on this trail, but the road was so quiet so not an issue. Unfortunately today we didnt see any of the red squirrels but that was a first, and to be honest we were too busy chatting to make a conservative effort to find them and we probably scared them away. This is a fantastic place to visit with or without children. There is always plenty to see. The lady in the shop was very helpful. It is also much easier to pay for parking in the shop using your bank card rather than having cash on you (I never seem to have enough cash) parking is currently £3 all day.