Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

Lochs, Forests, and Mountains at Scotland’s Southern Edge

‍Where Highland and Lowland landscapes meet — a world of shimmering lochs, wooded glens, and timeless trails.

Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is Scotland’s first national park and one of its most accessible — an hour from Glasgow or Edinburgh, yet filled with wilderness and wonder. It’s a place where walking holidays and outdoor adventures unfold among lochs, forests, and mountains that define the Highland boundary. From the islands of Loch Lomond to the peaks of Ben Lomond and the Arrochar Alps, every corner offers a different kind of self-guided escape.

Covering more than 1,800 square kilometres, the park spans four distinct areas — Loch Lomond, The Trossachs, Breadalbane, and Argyll Forest — each with its own character. Wander forest paths near Aberfoyle, take on classic hillwalks like Ben A’an or Ben Venue, or follow long-distance routes like the West Highland Way and Rob Roy Way. Whether you’re tracing lochside trails, paddling across mirror-calm waters, or cycling between glens, this is Scotland in miniature — dramatic, diverse, and deeply restorative.

County / Region: Argyll and Bute, Stirling, West Dunbartonshire, Perth and Kinross

Featured Trails

• West Highland Way (Southern Section) – Scotland’s most famous long-distance route begins at Milngavie and follows Loch Lomond’s eastern shore through the park.
• Ben Lomond Ascent – A rewarding climb with panoramic views across the loch and surrounding mountains.
• Rob Roy Way – A scenic route linking Drymen, Aberfoyle, and Callander, following the footsteps of the legendary outlaw.
• Ben A’an & Ben Venue – Short, steep climbs in The Trossachs offering classic views over Loch Katrine and Loch Achray.
• Loch Katrine Shore Path – Gentle walking and cycling around one of Scotland’s most beautiful freshwater lochs.
• Arrochar Alps Ridge Walks – Rugged mountain routes above Loch Long and Arrochar, including The Cobbler (Ben Arthur).

Adventure Highlights

• Scotland’s first and most accessible national park
• Iconic lochs including Lomond, Katrine, and Voil
• Long-distance routes: West Highland Way and Rob Roy Way
• Mountain summits and family-friendly forest walks
• Canoeing, paddleboarding, and wild swimming opportunities
• Wildlife from ospreys to red squirrels
• Gateway between the Scottish Lowlands and Highlands

Explore the Area

• Balloch – The southern gateway to the park and starting point for many lochside walks.
• Luss – A picture-perfect lochside village with tranquil trails and views across Loch Lomond’s islands.
• Balmaha – At the foot of Conic Hill, where the Highland Boundary Fault crosses the loch.
• Aberfoyle – A hub for forest trails and cycling routes in the heart of The Trossachs.
• Callander – The “Gateway to the Highlands,” close to Ben Ledi and Rob Roy Way sections.
• Arrochar – Surrounded by the Arrochar Alps and a base for rugged mountain walking.
• Crianlarich & Tyndrum – Midpoints on the West Highland Way, with connections deeper into the Highlands.