Top Things to do in Stirlingshire
Top 10 Nature & Wildlife Areas in Stirlingshire, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Stirlingshire, United Kingdom including Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve, Strathblane Falconry, Argaty Red Kites, Glen Finglas Visitor Gateway & Estate, Caledonian Forest Reserve, Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre, Colin Burt Reserve, Firkin Point, Tyndrum Community Woodland, RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond.
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1. Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
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. Strathblane Falconry
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By juliecG4609KH
Was given a voucher for a half day experience for my birthday. What a wonderful afternoon learning about and meeting the birds ???? We learnt so much from Graeme and his wealth of knowledge as we got to fly the birds and see them up close! Thank you for a lovely day!
3. Argaty Red Kites
Overall Ratings
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.
4. Glen Finglas Visitor Gateway & Estate
Overall Ratings
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.
5. Caledonian Forest Reserve
6. Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 591 reviews
Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre is located in a natural woodland which retains much of the original woodland and streams to provide the ideal natural setting for nearly 40 Birds of Prey & Owls. The centre is home to over 20 Owls, representing every native species as well as unique or unusual species from other parts of the world. See "Orla", and "Scout" our two magnificent female Golden Eagles. See a selection of hawks and owls fly during our daily flying shows in the flying area. Hear how these magnificent creatures have evolved to become the success predators they are, and how they live on the edge of survival every day. During current Covid restrictions we limit the number of visitors on site at any one time (currently 60). There are hand sanitisers located within the centre. We request everyone to abide by the social distancing guidelines.
Reviewed By nicolalouise88 - Kent, United Kingdom
I spent the morning with Stewart and Kevin on a hunting experience with the beautiful Inca the Harris Hawk. I had such a lovely morning with them, walking the fields overlooking Loch Lomond in the search of pheasants for Inca. After the experience we stayed for the flying display which was one of the best I’ve ever been to, Stewart and Kevin have so much passion for their birds, their knowledge and love really shows, which made the display so much more enjoyable. As others have mentioned, the centre is small, but if you rush around things then yes it’ll take 10 minutes but if you’re interested in the birds and take your time you could be there for hours! Thank you to the whole team at the Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre!
7. Colin Burt Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
8. Firkin Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Steph162
This place is so peaceful and the perfect spot for a picnic. You are right next to the water with an amazing view of the scottish hills. It also has toilet facilities which is a bonus. You can also walk along the shore and its a good flat walk.
9. Tyndrum Community Woodland
10. RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond is a stunning mix of woodlands, wetlands and grasslands on the south-east shores of Loch Lomond; this remarkable places is home to a huge range of wildlife from the tiniest insect to majestic birds of prey. Wander round our nature trails, find out more about wildlife at the Nature Hub, take in the spectacular scenery or relax with a picnic in the woods.
