Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Scotland’s first National Park
A place where the lowlands and highlands meet, with varied scenery of rolling lowland landscapes, tranquil lochs and rugged mountains in the north.
These landscapes create a diverse range of habitats for a variety of wildlife including red squirrels, black grouse, golden eagles, osprey, pine marten and otters. The National Park Authority works to inspire communities, visitors and partners to enhance and protect this special place.
Go explore
Walking , Activity
Expect dramatic scenery in the Autumn months as the leaves start to turn. Admire the view from these top trails.
Cycling , Activity
There are lots of different cycling routes available in the National Park for all abilities, including family-friendly bike rides and hardcore mountain trails.
Watching wildlife , Activity
The National Park is brimming with wildlife. You could encounter a red squirrel in the forest or golden eagles soaring high above. You might even catch a glimpse of an otter hunting along the loch shores.
What makes it special?
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is celebrated for the scenic quality of its landscapes and highly valued for its rich natural and cultural heritage. Here are a few things that make the National Park special:
Its special landscapes include lochs, coastlines, forests and striking contrasts where the lowlands and highlands meet.
It’s a working landscape, which has been influenced through generations by the people who live and work there.
It’s steeped in history and heritage, with ruined castles, charming towns and villages, archaeological discoveries and scenery admired by famous poets in times gone by.
Six of Scotland’s Great Trails (long distance routes) connect in and around the National Park and are part of the national walking network across Scotland.
Its close proximity to urban areas allows visitors the opportunity to learn and connect with nature on their doorstep.
Did you know?
A place of contrasts
Located only an hour’s drive away for 50% of Scotland’s population, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is a popular visitor destination offering a wide variety of activities for everyone to enjoy.
You could visit a charming local village and learn about the area’s heritage, take a leisurely stroll along a tranquil loch or bag a mighty Munro.
It’s a treasure trove of discovery and a fantastic place to reconnect with the great outdoors.
Getting around
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is easily accessible from Scotland’s central belt. There are lots of public transport networks in and around the National Park and there are also great cycle routes for active travel. Why not leave the car at home and make your journey here part of the holiday?
Visit responsibly
You can help to look after this special place by thinking about how you can be a responsible visitor when planning your trip. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority has some useful information on reducing waste, camping responsibly and even what to do when you need to poo in the great outdoors!
Camping in the National Park
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park has seasonal byelaws between the months of March and September, which mean that you may need a permit or to stay at a campsite in some areas. Please read the guidance before planning your camping trip.
Happy birthday @parc_eryri 🎂
From its towering peaks and sweeping valleys to its rich heritage, Eryri (Snowdonia) is a place that means so much to so many people.
It`s a landscape full of stories, shaped by generations of people and home to some of Wales` most treasured places, from the summit of Yr Wyddfa to the quieter corners.
Today, we`re celebrating everything that makes Eryri unique, from the people and traditions that give it its character to the ongoing work to protect its landscapes and wildlife.
Share your favourite memories of Eryri in the comments! 💬
📸Ogwen Valley, Snowdonia @cinqueportsphotography
#Eryri #EryriNationalPark #TheAnswerIsNationalParks
Autumn is a chance to give nature a helping hand. 🍂
From leaving fallen leaves to providing food for birds, small actions can make a big difference to the world around us.
Here are some of the ways to help nature this season.
#NatureRecovery #Autumn #NationalParks
An ancient wall almost 2,000 years old, and a catch-up with your mate? ✅
Historic landmarks like Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland National Park have been connecting people for centuries.
While that connection looks very different today from the wall’s original role as a Roman defensive fortification, it’s still a place where people come together and explore history.
Because our National Parks are about so much more than great places for a day out. They’re places to connect with friends, clear your head, get active and learn about history, all in one place.
#Northumberland #HadriansWall #NationalParksUK
They’re more than just pretty places. 🌳
Our National Parks are home to some incredible trees, from ancient giants to England’s tallest tree.
Swipe through for a few #WildFacts about the trees growing across our 15 National Parks.
#NationalParksUK #Trees #Woodland
National Parks are places where animals make their homes, people catch up over coffee, and we pause to marvel at the dark skies above.
Places to connect, discover and look a little closer.
We’d love to see your images of autumn in action in a National Park. Tag us or use the hashtag #AutumnInAction 🧡
#NationalParks #Autumn
What if Middle-earth’s Rangers had more in common with National Park Rangers than we might think?
Of course, our National Park Rangers have a little less to worry about than Aragorn and his fellow Rangers.
But they do both know their landscapes well, protect the places they love and guide others to find their way.
Across the UK’s 15 National Parks, our Rangers are taking action every day. They may not be defending the Shire from the forces of darkness, but they certainly do an incredibly important job. 💚
#MiddleEarth #Rangers #NationalParksUK
15 National Parks. One shared challenge. Our climate is changing, and with it comes an increased risk of wildfire across our landscapes.
That’s why we’ve committed to taking action through our new Wildfire Management Position Statement. Together, the National Parks will work to support nature recovery to help manage wildfire risk, plan for and strengthen wildfire response and coordination, improve risk management and preparedness, and share clear, consistent public messaging.
But we can’t do it alone.
Communities, organisations, land managers and visitors all have a role to play in reducing wildfire risk. By working together, we can help protect our National Parks and prepare for a future where hotter, drier weather may increase the risk of wildfire.
Read the full statement by clicking on the link in our bio 🔗
Photos:
Slide 1 - Fighting the Glenmore wildfire, © Ed Smith. Slide 2 - Fighting the Glenmore wildfire, © Malcolm Smith. Slide 3 - View across Loch Morlich during Glenmore wildfire, July 2026, © Brenna Jessie. Slide 4 - Fighting the Glenmore wildfire, © Malcolm Smith. Slide 5 - View from the cab of a tractor aiding in fighting the wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park, CPNA. Slide 5 - Firefighting vehicles at the Glenmore wildfire, © Malcolm Smith.
#Wildfires #NationalParksUK
It’s not every day you get to see one of our National Parks in biscuit form on @britishbakeoff!
Last night, The Great British Bake Off contestant @itsdoctoryan created a beautiful biscuit mosaic inspired by the Broads National Park, perfectly capturing the view at St Benet’s Mill, Thurne.
And it wasn’t just a feast for the eyes as the mosaic was made using treacle and ginger, honey and lemon, cocoa and malted milk, and pistachio biscuits.
Two great things combined: a beautiful National Park view and delicious biscuits. What could be better than that? 💚
Photo: Channel 4
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