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.

Cycle Route 7 between Balloch and Gartocharn

Route Summary

  • Distance
    16 miles / 26 km
  • Time
    01:38
  • Ascent
    754 feet / 230 m
  • Difficulty Level
    Moderate
  • Terrain
    Mixed
  • Start Point
    Balloch
  • End Point
    Balloch
  • How to Get There

    This route is fully accessible via public transport from Balloch Railway Station

  • Downloads
    Download GPX

Route Map

Gallery

Lady of the Loch and Ben Lomond

Lady of the Loch and Ben Lomond

Road to Gartocharn

Road to Gartocharn

Ben Lomond

Ben Lomond

Descent to Ross Priory

Descent to Ross Priory

Track to Ross Priory

Track to Ross Priory

Ross Priory

Ross Priory

Sunbathing

Sunbathing

Balloch Country Park Bluebells

Balloch Country Park Bluebells

Shore at Ross Priory

Shore at Ross Priory

Bluebells at Ross Priory

Bluebells at Ross Priory

Above Gartocharn

Above Gartocharn

Road Runner

Road Runner

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