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Forest Park Favourites For more information There are spectacular views and Feeling energetic? Tel: 0300 067 6600 perfect picnic spots as well as great Email: [email protected] trails and wonderful wildlife at all Head for the hills these favourite Forest Park places… Explore Scotlands Forest Parks Experienced walkers can aim for the Welcome to spectacular summits of Ben A’an, Ben 1 Glenmore 4 Argyll Where the highlands and Venue, Ben Ledi and (start at your forest adventure begin ) from the Forest Park. These 2 Tay 5 Tweed Valley Queen Elizabeth The Lodge Forest 4 are very rewarding but strenuous unmarked 3 Queen Elizabeth 6 Galloway Visitor Centre 1 Forest Park Explore this legendary routes, so be sure you are properly equipped. A great place to start loch by steamship, by Inverness Want to sail by steamship along legendary Loch Katrine or picnic on the bonny your forest adventure. bike or on foot. 1 Aviemore banks of ? How about swinging through the forest treetops, cycling Aberdeen 4 amongst woodland sculptures or strolling through ancient oaks? You can do all this Three Lochs Fort William 2 5 Pitlochry and much more in the Forest Park – or sit back and soak up the stunning views. Forest Drive 2 Walk or cycle these Perth 3 Dundee tranquil lochside An easy and scenic Oban Where the Highlands begin Watch out for wildlife 4 Aberfoyle 5 woods, watching out adventure into the heart Lochgilphead Edinburgh

You’re at the start of something exciting here The forests here are alive! You’ll be amazed at for wildlife sculptures. of the Forest Park. – see how the land rears up dramatically above what you can hear and see, from tiny butterflies 1 5 the gentle green lowlands, taking you on a and colourful dragonflies to majestic red deer Ayr Peebles Aberfoyle East Loch Selkirk and golden eagles. Watch favourite woodland 2 3 3 6 7 8 journey into the wilder highlands. The Forest Lomond 6 Park encompasses some of ’s best-loved birds and busy red squirrels at The Lodge and, in Explore tranquil Dumfries Designed by Design & Visitor Services, Forestry and Land Scotland- Design & Visitor Services, Forestry Designed by Jo Scott. Photography written by 2019/Edition 9. Text 15K/JTCP/April unless otherwise stated. and Land Scotland Picture Library Forestry woodland trails here Discover ancient locations, from magnificent Ben Lomond and the summer, you might spot an osprey fishing on one 7 rolling hills to sparkling Loch Katrine of the lochs… on foot and by bike for oakwoods on the Use #FoundMyForest on your and the craggy tops of . spectacular views and bonnie banks of The best views in Scotland wonderful wildlife. Loch Lomond. pictures and videos, and we’ll share them on social media. 6 1. 2019/Edition and Land Scotland-20K/JTCP/April Forestry Planning, Visitor & Design by Designed and Land Scotland unless otherwise © Forestry stated. Photography Jo Scott. by written Text Use this leaflet to help you explore and enjoy Take to the long distance trails these iconic Forest Park places in the heart of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. For The Forest Park is also criss-crossed by more information, visit The Lodge Forest Visitor celebrated long distance routes, including the Find out more: Centre above Aberfoyle – you’ll always find a famous and the Rob Roy forestryandland.gov.scot/qefp friendly welcome here and the café has one of the 8 Way. Look out for two historic routes from best views in Scotland! Aberfoyle – the Statute Labour Road to Loch Arklet and the old military road to Loch Lomond For information on public transport services – which are ideal for cycling. contact Traveline Scotland, 0871 2002233 or www.travelinescotland.com

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Rowardennan, which nestles at the foot of Ben Relax beside Sallochy’s pebbly beach with Visit the gateway to East Loch Lomond and Visit the legendary loch that inspired Sir Lomond, is literally the end of the road! It’s its sweeping Loch Lomond views or follow the discover its stunning loch shore, peaceful and brought Victorian tourists the perfect place to sit awhile by the bonny waymarked trails to explore the beautiful oakwoods and secluded islands, before to The Trossachs for the first time. Take to banks of Loch Lomond, enjoy an easy trail woodlands that cloak the banks of the loch. climbing up through the Balmaha Pass to the water on a steamship, stroll or cycle through the woods or take on the challenge of The oakwoods here are over 200 years old. the summit of . You can also join the north shore and find inspiration of your climbing to the summit of this iconic peak. the West Highland Way here. own in stunning surroundings. Enjoy breathtaking Loch Queen Woodland Trail Katrine views by Millennium Forest Trail Brenachoile Trail boat or get out The north shore is great Ben Lomond Memorial Trail of breath here by for a stroll or a cycle Elizabeth A trail for all seasons through peaceful oak bike! woodland along the Allt a Mhuitinn burn and past Follow the oak-lined shore of Loch Lomond and Follow the beautiful oak-laced shore of and the wooded slopes A gentle stroll to the shore of Loch Lomond, where of Loch Katrine are a the ruins of Wester Sallochy. Enjoy a picnic beside climb up on to Craigie Fort, a magnificent viewpoint Loch Katrine to the wonderful viewpoint on there is a memorial sculpture to commemorate the Brenachoile Point. Learn how the landscape and haven for wildlife. Forest Park Loch Lomond, explore overlooking the loch, its islands and Ben Lomond. Scots who gave their lives in the two World Wars. Mostly firm gravel and 1½ miles the woodlands or get its history inspired ‘The Lady of the Lake’. Varied surface, including 1¼ miles and the Lomond Loch grassy paths. Section of / 2.5 km Park National Trossachs Firm and smooth gravel ¼ mile / eagle’s eye views from Allow short rough rocky section. / 2.1 km Wide, smooth tarmac 4½ miles Where the highlands and surface throughout. 0.3km narrow earthy path with the wooded foothills. 1 hour Some steep on loose Allow surface with moderate / 7.1 km Generally flat with short Allow muddy patches. Some your forest adventure begins gravel surface. Includes ¾ hour slopes. Brief uneven Allow moderate ramps. ¼ hour steep slopes on uneven ground. Includes a narrow long flights of uneven grassy path to the view 2½ hours bridge and road crossing. rocky steps and two road point with short fairly crossings. steep slope.Includes • Discover the secret side gate and opening both of Loch Lomond on its picturesque eastern shore 1.1m wide. Sallochy Trail or climb Conic hill for a Discover the secret side of Loch great view. Lomond on its picturesque eastern Climb through a delightfully varied woodland to shore or climb Conic hill for a great view. Primrose Hill Trail the craggy viewpoint on Dun Maoil for spectacular views over Loch Lomond and the . Climb up the primrose-covered hillside above Loch Katrine for some of the most spectacular Largely firm gravel or 2¾ miles views in the Trossachs. Look out at , grassy paths. Short section / 4.3 km Ben Lomond and the Arrochar Alps. Rowardennan of rough, narrow earthy Allow path with muddy patches 2 hours Long steep slopes for 6½ miles up to viewpoint. Long up to 400m on uneven / 10.5 km moderate slopes with some grassy and rocky paths. Allow steep sections. Includes a Balmaha Includes some muddy 4½ hours road crossing. Sallochy sections and a narrow kissing gate. Loch Katrine

forestryandland.gov.scot The Lodge Forest Waterfall Trail Dukes Trail 5 Three Lochs Forest Drive Open March Find these other trails at 1 to October; either end of the Forest Drive... Visitor Centre A pleasant stroll through the trees to a dramatic Follow in the footsteps of the Duke of Montrose, This circular drive along quiet forest roads is a small charge waterfall that appears as if by magic. Plenty of climbing above Duke’s Pass for great views great way to see more of the forest and stunning for vehicles. With car parking, a great café, toilets places to sit or play along the way. before passing through Achray Forest’s stately Trossachs views. Park beside peaceful Loch Lochan Reoidhte Trail and plenty of information, this is the spruce woods. Drunkie and enjoy an easy stroll or a scenic ideal place to start exploring the Forest Wide, firm gravel surface 1 mile / waterside picnic. You’ll find accessible toilets Varied surface, with A short stroll through the trees above picturesque Park (and you’ll find Go Ape here too). throughout, with some 1.8 km 4 miles / and play features there too. some long fairly steep Lochan Reóidhte and an opportunity to sample some Enjoy panoramic views and scenic trails, loose stones. Long gentle Allow 6.5km sections. Narrow and classic Trossachs views over forest, loch and hills. including a gentle stroll to a waterfall and slope for 400m with some ½ hour Allow Little Drunkie Trail more strenuous routes to lofty woods and uneven rocky path with short moderate sections. 2½ hours Firm gravel surface ½ mile rocky crags. Short section of uneven some muddy parts. Wander out to the beautiful shore of Loch throughout. Two steep / 0.9km wooden boardwalk. Drunkie and discover a number of interesting slopes with some loose Allow Stroll, swing, watch sound installations. stones. Look out for vehicles ¼ hour wildlife or just relax in Lime Craig Trail the trees at The Lodge! Wide, loose gravel path ¾ mile / along the forest drive. Oak Coppice A fair climb through the forest to Lime Craig for throughout. Short moderate 1.2 km magnificent views over the Carse of Stirling and slopes but plenty of places Allow ½ hour Loch Achray Trail Key to Maps A scenic walk through ancient oak woodland that along the Highland Boundary Fault. to sit along the way. is cloaked in velvety green lichens - a sure sign of Forestry and Land Scotland Information Sustained steep slope for 4 miles Loch Drunkie Trail Amble down through the birch along the Allt a’ the clean air up here. Land Woodland Parking (no charge) 700m up to Lime Craig, but /6.6km Cham-ruidhe stream to reach the shores of Loch A charming walk along the oak-lined shore of Loch Parking (charge) Largely firm gravel surface, 1¾ miles largely firm gravel surface. Allow Achray. It is a marvellous setting beneath the Other Woodland Drunkie, returning through the quiet woodland Forest Park Boundary Easy access facilities with a few uneven sections. / 2.9 km Rough rocky section for 2½ hours mountains of Ben Venue and Ben A’an. above where red squirrels can often be found. Toilets Several short steep slopes Allow next 250m up to viewpoint National Park Boundary Uneven rock and earth ¾ mile / Main road and one short flight 1 hour which can be avoided. Firm gravel surface with 1¼ miles Forest drive (charge) path. Several steep slopes 1.2 km Secondary road of steps. Includes two bridges. loose or uneven sections. / 1.9 km Picnic area and occasional muddy Allow Minor road Long moderate slopes Allow Loch Drunkie Cafe / Refreshments sections. Two bridges. ½ hour Forest road with some short steeper ¾ hour Shop Forest drive Look out for vehicles Caravan site sections. Parts may be wet Track road along the forest drive. Nature play area after rain. Footpath Wildlife viewing National Cycle Network Red squirrel hide Pine Ridge Trail Railway/Station Viewpoint Forest trails Campsite A trail that winds up through the young pines Take care on the hills (colour waymarked) The Lodge Forest for majestic views across Loch Drunkie and the 1 Visitor Centre Start of forest trails Non FLS parking (charge) surrounding hills. Please remember that the weather on the Non FLS parking (no charge) hills can change very quickly. Even in summer, Three Lochs West Highland Way/ Non FLS easy access facilities Uneven rock and earth 1 mile / Forest Drive conditions on the tops of hills are often much Rob Roy Way Non FLS toilets paths with some muddy 1.5 km Lochan Reoidhte colder and windier than at low levels, despite Other long distance trails Non FLS information patches. Long steep slopes Allow Non FLS picnic area clear skies. Other points of interest with loose stones. Optional ¾ hour Non FLS cafe / refreshments Please note: Any symbols that Non FLS shop loop at the top also rough appear black indicate they are Non FLS bike hire and narrow. Beware vehicles not Forestry and Land Scotland facilities. Non FLS Visitor centre along the forest drive.

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Loch Ard is one of the most picturesque lochs Aberfoyle village, on the edge of Loch Ard in Scotland and a great place to start exploring Forest, is known as the ‘gateway to The the vast and varied Loch Ard Forest. The trails Look for this symbol Trossachs’. Explore tranquil woodland trails on the map to see here on foot and by bike for spectacular here are ideal for family strolls and cycle rides – the location of watch out for wildlife and surprising sculptures each sculpture! views and wonderful wildlife – and perhaps along the way! an encounter with the fairy folk... Loch Ard Sculpture Trail Ben Lomond Viewpoint Explore the picturesque shores of Loch Ard, Doon Hill Trail Ascend through the conifers to a fine viewpoint Little Loch Ard and Lochan a’ Ghleannin and look The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre overlooking the Forth Valley that delivers a for some unusual sculptures. An ideal route for Climb to the top of Doon Hill to find a solitary Scots view of one of Scotland’s best-loved peaks. families, whether on foot or bike. pine amongst the oaks. It is thought to mark the Firm gravel surface 4¼ miles entrance to a Fairy Queen’s underground palace. Firm gravel surface with 2 miles throughout. Mostly wide / 6.7 km Uneven gravel path with some loose and uneven / 3.4 km Allow 2¼ miles but with some muddy some narrow, rough rocky sections. Steep slopes up Allow 2½ hours / 3.5 km 1 hour and uneven sections. and muddy sections, as Allow to viewpoint, including Loch Ard Long moderate slopes well as exposed tree 1½ hours one flight of steps. Look out with several short steep roots. Long steep slopes for vehicles and other users. sections. Look out for onto Doon Hill. vehicles and other users. Aberfoyle

FLS Lochan Spling Trail Easter Park Trail Eight Mile Loop A scenic trail across the to a A charming walk along the meandering River picturesque little loch that is teeming with wildlife, A long loop through peaceful Loch Ard Forest, Forth and through the native oak woods of Easter including some unusual creatures. passing along the loch shore before climbing Park. In spring there are bluebells and in autumn to reveal sublime views of Ben Venue and Ben an array of fungi. Firm gravel surface 2½ miles Lomond. A great family-friendly cycle route. throughout, with some / 4.2 km Sections of uneven earthy 3¾ miles loose sections and Allow Mostly wide, loose 8½ miles and rocky path with / 5.9 km occasionally muddy 1½ hours gravel tracks with some / 13.8 km extensive muddy parts Allow patches. Some short fairly uneven sections and Allow after heavy rain. Some 2½ hours steep slopes. Includes one muddy patches. Long 5½ hours fairly steep slopes. Includes wide bridge. moderate slopes with a section of boardwalk, two several short steeper bridges and low branches. sections. Look out for Explore and enjoy Loch Ard Forest, vehicles and other users. there’s always something to do for Doon Hill is carpeted with everyone - whatever the time of year. fragrant bluebells in the spring.