Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park (Scottish Gaelic: Pàirc Nàiseanta Loch Laomainn is nan Tròisichean) is a national park in Scotland centred on Loch Lomond and the hills and glens of the Trossachs, along with several other ranges of hills. It was the first of the two national parks established by the Scottish Parliament in 2002, the second being the Cairngorms National Park. The park extends to cover much of the western part of the southern highlands, lying to the north of the Glasgow conurbation, and contains many mountains and lochs. It is the fourth largest national park in the British Isles, with a total area of 1,865 km2 (720 sq mi) and a boundary of some 350 km (220 mi) in length. It includes 21 Munros (including Ben Lomond, Ben Lui, Beinn Challuim, Ben More and two peaks called Ben Vorlich) and 20 Corbetts.
The park straddles the Highland Boundary Fault which divides it into two distinct regions - lowland and highland - which differ in underlying geology, soil types and topography. The change in rock type can most clearly be seen at Loch Lomond itself, as the fault runs across the islands of Inchmurrin, Creinch, Torrinch and Inchcailloch and over the ridge of Conic Hill. To the south lie green fields and cultivated land; to the north, mountains.The Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park lies close to Scotland's heavily populated Central Belt, and the area has long been popular with visitors. Principal attractions are viewing scenery and wildlife, walking, climbing, water sports, and other outdoor activities. In 2017 there were 2.9 million visits to the park, of which 2.1 million were day visits and 783,000 were made by visitors staying overnight within the park.
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Loch Lomond, viewed from the slopes of Ben Lomond.
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Remnants of the Caledonian forest in Glen Falloch.
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The Cobbler, one of the most popular hillwalking venues in the park.
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Visitor centre in Balmaha, showing the national park authority's logo.
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Lochgoilhead in Cowal.
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Ben More is the highest peak in the national park.
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Comments
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National Parks Authorities and people of Scotland have preserved this most picturesque natural beauty of Mother Nature. Within the park are very pleasing people and their villages. Scottish people are very very special. The Highlands and Forests of Trossachs are Divinely for Yogis & Yoginis and natural beauty lovers. However, one should go prepared as these are Forests in the mortal world. Be prepared for Midges and carry a First Aid kit. 🙏🙏🧘🏻♂️🧘♀️🌄⛰🦚🕉🕉🕉🦚⛰🌄🧘♀️🧘🏻♂️🙏🙏
a month ago -
Truly one of the most beautiful places visited. Loch Lomond is a sizeable area so review based on Conic Hill climb in Balmaha. Trek to the top will take 45-60mins...lots of steps, however on a good day view is awesome. Take a beer/wine to celebrate the feat. Brilliant
a week ago -
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These pictures were based around the falls of Falloch, Balloch and a large stone with religious ornaments and charms on it not far from the falls of Falloch. Both are beautiful areas. Balloch can be reached easily by train to balloch Station and you can reach falls of Falloch by car. The way to these beautiful waterfalls is great and it is just as good in all weather. If your visiting in the summer and like a cold water dip the post here are really good and highly recommended for it. A great day out for family and friends and highly recommended.
3 months ago -
Love walking trails 👣 with amazing scenery There are many things to do in Loch Lomond, and it is a popular weekend destination for locals from Glasgow and Edinburgh in search of nature and outdoor activities. Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park was Scotland’s first national park, designated in 2002. The national park contains a diverse geography that includes 21 munros (Scottish mountains), two forest parks, 22 lochs, and over 50 designated special nature conservation sites that are home to a variety of wildlife. Loch Lomond itself is the largest inland stretch of water in Great Britain by surface area. Visitors can go cruising on a lake in a historic steamship, rent a canoe or kayak, spend a day visiting small villages, see Rob Roy’s gravestone, have fun at an aerial adventure park, or go climbing or biking. If you enjoy hiking, there are a number of short and moderate hiking paths to enjoy here, and a few of Scotland’s popular long distance paths such as the West Highland Way and The Three Lochs Way run through here.
a month ago -
Awesome place for a hike, been to Ben Arthur's peak. Climb became a bit challenging closer to he too, but definitely with it.
4 months ago -
Loch Lomond is a beautiful place where the mountains meet the water it's very scenic and active great for water activities sight seeing scenic walks it's an all round enjoyable place well worth the trip
5 days ago -