unrated)About Glen Loin Footpath (Arrochar to Glen Loin)
Glen Loin runs parallel to Loch Lomond, separated by the hill of Cruaich Tarbeirt. There is a five and a half kilometre path between Arrochar and Coiregrogain. Another two kilometres stretches along the private road from Coiregrogain to Inveruglas.
Alternatively the footpath can be incorporated into a circular walk from the head of Loch Long, returning from Coiregrogain along the forest roads to Succoth (11 miles).
Either walk can be extended by a visit to the Loch Sloy Dam, which currently holds the British rainfall record of 9.38 inches in a 24-hour period - this occurred in January 1974.
As with all long walks in the West Highlands, waterproofs should always be carried.
How to get there:
Glen Loin Footpath (Arrochar to Glen Loin) can be started from Arrochar and Tarbet Railway Station in Arrochar which is part of Argyll Forest Park. Arrochar is the nearest town or village.
Follow the M8 through Glasgow, onto the A82 along Lochlomondside towards Tarbet. Then follow the A83 to Arrochar Village.
OS Grid Reference: NS108976
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com
You can also access this trail through Arrochar.
Wildlife
Mammals: We have information about Red deer
Birds: We have information about Black grouse
| Arrochar and Tarbet Railway Station Facilities. |
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Trail waymarking:
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| Length of trail: 3.5 miles or the circular route is 11 miles |
| Approximate time of trail: 4 hours (circular) |
| Open or closed: open |
| Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest. |
Contact: |
| Recreation Team Cowal & Trossachs 01877 382383 e-mail: cowal&trossachs |
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