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Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
Bonnie banks, gentle hills, island lochs.
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
Where the Highlands begin
Just an hour from Glasgow, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is the perfect introduction to the Scottish Highlands — a softer landscape of island-studded lochs, wooded hills and the famous bonnie banks.
It's home to Ben Lomond, the most southerly Munro, and the start of the West Highland Way, making it a favourite first step for new hikers and long-distance walkers alike.
Hand-picked · Top 3
Routes in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
ModerateLoch Lomond & Trossachs
Ben A'an
A miniature mountain with an outsized view over Loch Katrine and the heart of the Trossachs.
- Distance
- 3.8 km
- Ascent
- 340 m
- Time
- 2.5 h
ChallengingLoch Lomond & Trossachs
Ben Lomond
The most southerly Munro, offering a satisfying ascent and superb views over the length of Loch Lomond.
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 974 m
- Time
- 5 h
EasyLoch Lomond & Trossachs
Conic Hill
A short climb on the Highland Boundary Fault for a classic view over the islands of Loch Lomond.
- Distance
- 5 km
- Ascent
- 270 m
- Time
- 2.5 h
Best time to visit
Spring through autumn. Being close to Glasgow, it's busiest on summer weekends — go midweek or early for quiet trails.
Getting there
Balloch is reachable by direct train from Glasgow in under an hour. The A82 runs along the loch's western shore.
Field notes · From the trail
A glimpse of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
Loch Lomond
The bonnie banks
Ben Lomond
First Munro views
The Trossachs
Wooded shoreline
Milngavie
Trailhead morning
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