Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, National park near Glasgow, Scotland
Description
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is a protected natural area in Scotland that extends across several administrative regions west and north of Glasgow. The territory encompasses wide forested zones, numerous mountains, and several large lakes, including the biggest freshwater lake in Great Britain by surface area.
History
The geological fault line running through the territory shaped the separation between the Highland regions to the north and the Lowland zones to the south for centuries. This natural boundary influenced settlement patterns and cultural development in the neighboring regions well into modern times.
Culture
The Gaelic origin of many place names remains present throughout the area, appearing in designations for mountains, waterways, and settlements. Visitors encounter this linguistic heritage on signs and maps that often display both spellings side by side, preserving the connection to Highland Scottish culture.
Practical
The wide territory offers numerous marked paths of varying difficulty leading to different landscape types. Information centers in several towns at the edge of the park provide maps and guidance for route planning, helping with orientation across the terrain.
Did you know?
Within the waters of the largest lake lies an island considered the biggest freshwater island in the British Isles. Its area extends across wooded hills and meadows and hosts historical ruins along with a small number of permanent residents.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Argyll and Bute).
Inveraray Castle
28.3 km
West Highland Way
15.4 km
Ben Lomond
6.7 km
West Highland Line
12.5 km
Holy Loch
35.2 km
Kilchurn Castle
30.6 km
Hill House
26.8 km
Buchanan Castle
22.4 km
Trossachs
12.3 km
The Cobbler
12.6 km
Inchconnachan
17.8 km
Loch Long
25.2 km
Conic Hill
18 km
Balloch Castle
26.5 km
St Conan’s Kirk
31.5 km
Ben More
15.9 km
Ben Vorlich
26.6 km
DM Glen Douglas
13.9 kmLoch Lomond Golf Club
20.1 km
Carrick Castle
23.8 km
Ben Ledi
18.2 km
Inchmahome Priory
21.4 km
Finnich Glen
27.2 km
Falls of Falloch
12.1 km
St Munn's Parish Church, Kilmun
34.7 km
Cameron House
26.4 km
Benmore Botanic Garden
33.6 km
Beinn Ìme
12.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes