Things to do around Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
I’ve explored the areas within Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park quite a bit over the years. Did you know Loch Lomond has 22 islands? I might have a bit more exploring to do I think! Its a beautiful part of Scotland with charming villages, gentle hills and a tonne of walks to suit everybody. Cycling, canoeing and stand up paddle boarding are a few of the other fun activities on offer and of a cruise of the loch is a must.
The villages of Balloch, Luss, Balmaha and Callander are picturesque and make an ideal base. There are many hiking opportunities including 21 Munros and 20 Corbetts, as well as shorter walks like the Bliss Sculpture Trail and heritage walks in places like Callander and Killin. The famous West Highland Way long distance walking route also cuts through the area.
It is not only the famous Loch Lomond that is situated in this stunning National Park either, there are many lochs such as Loch Ard, Loch Earn and Loch Katrine, which offer peaceful and tranquil picnic areas and benches so you can relax and soak up the silence. A cruise on the world famous Steamship Sir Walter Scott is a fun way to see more of Loch Katrine. These lochs tend to be a lot quieter than Loch Lomond itself so can make a good alternative to escape the crowds.
The National Park covers 720 square miles and as most of the area is away from street lights and light pollution you can get a really good view of the sky at night and the dark skies here are fantastic. In the city you might only see around 100 stars, in the park you can see up to 1000 including the impressive Milky Way.
Loch Lomond is a popular choice for tourists but large enough to never feel too busy and its a place I can’t wait to visit again.
The villages of Balloch, Luss, Balmaha and Callander are picturesque and make an ideal base. There are many hiking opportunities including 21 Munros and 20 Corbetts, as well as shorter walks like the Bliss Sculpture Trail and heritage walks in places like Callander and Killin. The famous West Highland Way long distance walking route also cuts through the area.
It is not only the famous Loch Lomond that is situated in this stunning National Park either, there are many lochs such as Loch Ard, Loch Earn and Loch Katrine, which offer peaceful and tranquil picnic areas and benches so you can relax and soak up the silence. A cruise on the world famous Steamship Sir Walter Scott is a fun way to see more of Loch Katrine. These lochs tend to be a lot quieter than Loch Lomond itself so can make a good alternative to escape the crowds.
The National Park covers 720 square miles and as most of the area is away from street lights and light pollution you can get a really good view of the sky at night and the dark skies here are fantastic. In the city you might only see around 100 stars, in the park you can see up to 1000 including the impressive Milky Way.
Loch Lomond is a popular choice for tourists but large enough to never feel too busy and its a place I can’t wait to visit again.
