Top Things to do in Stirlingshire
10 Nature & Parks in Stirlingshire That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Stirlingshire, United Kingdom including Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve, Argaty Red Kites, Glen Finglas Visitor Gateway & Estate, Ben A'an, Loup of Fintry, Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, Caledonian Forest Reserve, Balmaha Millennium Forest Path, Loch Lomond, Loch Katrine.
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1. Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve
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5.0 based on 50 reviews
This beautiful region consists of clear pure water, interrupted by a generous sprinkling of green islands with gently rolling pastures and rugged highland peaks; a perfect place for hiking, bird watching or just communing peacefully with nature.
Reviewed By Andrew-Leakey - Leigh, United Kingdom
Underwhelming parking and track led to the most breath taking view. Stunning place in sunny weather. Then the rain came and we got rainbows. So beautiful. Little stroll around the lakeside to take some further views in. Gorgeous spots all around. Really enjoyed our visit.
2. Argaty Red Kites
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5.0 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By karensheps81 - Bath, United Kingdom
A great little find, we stopped by here on our way to Edinburgh and despite poor weather we saw many birds along with a red squirrel. Seeing them feeding at such close range in their natural habitat made for stunning viewing, great value for money.
3. Glen Finglas Visitor Gateway & Estate
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
The Visitor Gateway is open every day from 10:00am till 4:00pm between April and October. We close for the winter months (October till April) but you can still experience the sights and sounds of the Great Trossachs Forest NNR, by walking the way marked trails to see beautiful scenery and iconic wildlife. A range of paths from 30 minutes to 7 hours hillwalking are available, something for everyone. The Woodland Trust Scotland's Visitor Gateway at Glen Finglas estate features a range of information about our work to restore native woodland habitat. You can download an app to your tablet or smartphone to help you explore the area, find out more about our work on the estate, and pick up leaflets about other attraction in this stunning part of Scotland. Glen Finglas forms part of The Great Trossachs Forest NNR, one of the most significant woodland regeneration projects to take place in a generation, which stretches from just outside Callander to the shores of Loch Lomond.
4. Ben A'an
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5.0 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By mellm16 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Ben A’an is a great hike, it probably took us 1hr 30 up with a few stops and similar back down. It has quite a steep incline so bear that in mind, however the views at the summit are spectacular! Definitely worth a visit. Note** if parking make sure to get there early as on weekends it gets very busy after 9:30am and nowhere to park on the roads. Also bring midgy repellent it was full of them!
5. Loup of Fintry
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By FeeMcRae - Glasgow, United Kingdom
So close to the road but feels remote. Stunning waterfalls and viewpoint: we will be back. The more water the better sorbet a rainy day would be good
6. Queen Elizabeth Forest Park
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By R3904JEmikem - Whitley Bay, United Kingdom
We visited on a wet day to see the Little Fawn waterfall, which was in full flight due to all of the rain and was magnificent. The walk was one of four, beautifully laid out to allow the visitor to see a good range of scenery. Interesting sculptures are scattered around which fit in to their context and keep adults and children alike entered and involved. The fantastic lichen on the trees attest to the quality of the air. The fact that there is not even one cranky poor review here tells you everything you need to know about this facility.
7. Caledonian Forest Reserve
8. Balmaha Millennium Forest Path
9. Loch Lomond
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4.5 based on 522 reviews
The largest fresh-water loch in the United Kingdom.
Reviewed By Gibbo1964 - Melbourne, Australia
My wife and I walked virtually the full length of the loch on the eastern side on days 2 and 3 of the West Highland Way. We were very lucky with great weather. The loch was a real highlight of the walk.
10. Loch Katrine
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4.5 based on 919 reviews
Welcome to Loch Katrine - one of Scotland's special places. Just as special as the magnificent scenery is the famous steamship "Sir Walter Scott" which itself has been a landmark in The Trossachs for over a hundred years. Your visit is not complete without a cruise on this wonderful ship, or on "Lady of the Lake", the perfect way to experience the beauty of Loch Katrine. Perhaps you'll just want to relax with a coffee or a meal in the Brenachoile Cafe Bar, shop for a souvenir and take a stroll by the shore, or bring the family for a cycle trip?
Reviewed By katc720
We had booked the Loch Katrine cruise with afternoon tea afterwards in the Steamship Cafe. From start to finish everyone was warm and welcoming from the lady who took our booking , to Captain Steph and Debbie on board the Lady of the Lake to the lovely lady who served us our afternoon tea. It was such a peaceful day on the loch and the scenery was just stunning with the sunshine peeping through on occasions and skimming the snow top hills. Would highly recommend this trip
