Walks in the Trossachs | Callander Woods

Walking in The Trossachs

The Trossachs are often referred to as the Highlands in miniature. The real beauty of the region are its richly forested lochs, with especially spectacular colours in autumn.

They include Lochs Ard, Venachar, Achray and Chon, but most famous is Loch Katrine, indelibly associated with Sir Walter Scott. Scott helped to popularise the region in the nineteenth century and the Trossachs became immensely fashionable - on the itinerary of many distinguished Victorians. Here are some of the walks we recommend, but for a full list of walks, visit the Walk Highlands website.

Popular Local Walks

Bracklin Falls, Callander

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A circular walk taking in the idyllic Bracklinn Falls, a very popular local beauty spot. Once over the bridge, the route climbs through forestry before descending to the quiet upper glen, with a return by minor road.

Distance: 5.25 km / 3.25 miles
Time: 1.5 hours
Ascent: 157m
Start Grid Ref: NN636083

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Callander to Falls of Leny Circuit

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The Falls of Leny provide an impressive target on this straightforward walk from Callander. Starting from the town centre the route follows the combined cycle-walkway along the old railway line following the river upstream and then returns through oak woodland before rejoining the cycle track.

Distance: 7.5 km / 4.75 miles
Time: 2 - 3 hours
Ascent: 55m
Start Grid Ref: NN626079

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Callander Crags

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This circuit takes you high above Callander through mixed woodland to visit Callander Crags (Craig on OS maps) and the Jubilee Cairn. From the top, there are sweeping views of Callander and into the wild area of moorland to the north.

Distance: 4 km / 2.5 miles
Time: 1.5 - 2 hours
Ascent: 300m
Start Grid Ref: NN633081

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Downie’s Loup Waterfall, Gargunnock

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A short climb to below the impressive crags of the Gargunnock Hills escarpment where a waterfall cascades over the cliff. Gargunnock is an attractive village with a pub serving food.

Distance: 4km / 2.5 miles
Time: 1 hour
Ascent: 183m
Start Grid Ref: NS 705 943

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Loch Katrine

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This linear walk along picturesque Loch Katrine can be combined with the steamer sailing from Trossachs Pier. It can also be walked in the other direction, catching the afternoon sailing from Stronachlachar.

Distance: 21 km / 13 miles
Time: 4.5 – 5.5 hours
Ascent: 180m
Start Grid Ref: NN404102

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Loch Ard and Ghleannain Loch, near Aberfoyle

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This fine forestry circuit follows a track up to the attractive Ghleannain Loch before descending to reach Loch Ard. The return walk beside the latter loch is pure delight.

Distance: 6.75km / 4.25 miles
Time: 1.5 – 2.5 hours
Ascent: 160m
Start Grid Ref: NN498010

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Ben A’an

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Ben A'an is one of the most popular amongst Scotland's smaller hills. Often known as the mountain in miniature, its position at the heart of the Trossachs makes it a truly wonderful viewpoint.

Distance: 3.7 km / 2.25 miles
Time: 2 - 4 hours
Ascent: 340m
Start Grid Ref: NN509070

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