About Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National ParkLoch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is an area of outstanding beauty in Scotland covering 720 square miles (1,865 sq. km.) Stretching from the west coast to the edge of the central belt the area was designated a national park in 2002 in recognition of its stunning scenery and unspoiled natural habitat. The park contains one of the UK's largest nature reserves
Wondering where to base your stay in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park?
The Loch Lomond section of the park (particularly the southern end) is the most popular. Not just because of the outstanding and varied scenic beauty but also due to this area of the park, offering the greatest variety of activities – both indoor and outdoor for the holidaymaker. This list of activities includes: Angling, Boating, Canoeing, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Climbing, Cycling, Fishing, Golf , Hiking, Kayaking, Pony Trekking, Tennis, Walking, Water Skiing whilst wet weather cover is within easy reach: Castles (Doune Castle, Stirling Castle and Dumbarton Castle) Indoor swimming pools and spas (Drymen and Balloch) Dumbarton maritime Museum, Balloch Sealife Centre, Stirling Museum, Wallace Monument at Stirling, Glasgow museums (Museum of Transport, Kelvingrove Museum and Huntarian Museum) and four excellent distilleries: Glengoyne, Deanston, Auchentoshan and Lomond Distilleries.
Wet weather cover is within easy reach: Castles (Doune Castle, Stirling Castle and Dumbarton Castle) Indoor swimming pools and spas (Drymen and Balloch) Dumbarton maritime Museum, Balloch Sealife Centre, Stirling Museum, Wallace Monument at Stirling, Glasgow museums (Museum of Transport, Kelvingrove Museum and Huntarian Museum) and four excellent distilleries: Glengoyne, Deanston, Auchentoshan and Lomond Distilleries. And if you're not too exhausted after all that there is a great variety of eateries and pubs in which to relax afterwards Despite the popularity of the southern end of the Loch Lomond the area does not feel busy or crowded in any way. There are many secluded spots to be explored and discovered with tranquillity and beauty always close by. When choosing a holiday destination, it is always good to take into account the closeness of facilities like shops, restaurants and inns. The ideal place for us when we’re booking our vacation is somewhere peaceful, away from a main road, but within easy reach of these amenities.. Make sure you get a great viewLoch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is full of natural beauty and wonderful wildlife. Selecting a base with a terrific view is a must as it adds so much to the visitor experience. Even better is to get a great view with wildlife in it. A peaceful location will encourage the wildlife to show face. After all what is the point of travelling to this magnificent area and not being able to see it at its best out of the window of where you are staying? Self catering accommodation is best in |
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