Balloch Loop via Gartocharn
Explore some lovely quiet roads and tracks along the south shores of Loch Lomond, partly following some of the most scenic stretches of National Cycle Route 7. The route features some nice views through rolling farmland and a dip down to the shore of Loch Lomond at Ross Priory. Bird lovers may want to slow down and try to spot some feathered friends among the hedge rows.
Route Summary
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- Distance
- 16 miles / 26 km
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- Time
- 01:38
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- Ascent
- 754 feet / 230 m
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- Difficulty Level
- Moderate
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- Terrain
- Mixed
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- Start Point
- Balloch
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- End Point
- Balloch
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- How to Get There
This route is fully accessible via public transport from Balloch Railway Station
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- Downloads
- Download GPX
Route Map
Gallery
Lady of the Loch and Ben Lomond
Road to Gartocharn
Ben Lomond
Descent to Ross Priory
Track to Ross Priory
Ross Priory
Sunbathing
Balloch Country Park Bluebells
Shore at Ross Priory
Bluebells at Ross Priory
Above Gartocharn
Road Runner
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