Best walks in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

Loch Katrine, Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park lies just thirty minutes from Scotland's most populated city, Glasgow. Yet there are spots in the region that can make you feel like you're the most isolated person in the country.

The national park is known for its great walks, fascinating history and still lakes, which lie between rugged mountains. Take to the trail and explore its serenity with our list of the best walks in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.

Our guide to the best hikes in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park includes route descriptions and maps.

Loch Katrine, Scotland — Autumn envelopes Loch Katrine and its wooded islands in the middle of the national park/Credit: Getty

Best walks in loch Lomond and the Trossachs

Ben Lomond, Argyll and Bute

Ben Lomond is the most climbed of the Scottish Munros, with a direct ascent of 974m to its summit. Climb north up the tourist path from Rowardennan, then either retrace your ascent route or take the rougher return along Ptarmigan Ridge to the west.

The route

12.3km/7.6 miles
5 hours
Challenging

Map and route

Inversnaid, Loch Lomond, Scotland

What better place to explore the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park than the magical loch itself? Inversnaid overlooks Loch Lomond’s upper eastern side. For wildlife and wild land enthusiasts, this is a perfect place for a short but energetic walk to recharge your batteries after the long winter.

The route