Falls of Dochart & Inchbuie Walk
easy · 1 km · 30-45 minutes · Dog-friendly
A short, easy walk exploring the famous Falls of Dochart and the ancient Clan MacNab burial island in the heart of Killin.
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Your Guide to the Trails
The walking around Loch Tay is some of the best in Scotland. Ben Lawers gives you a proper Munro with panoramic views. The Falls of Dochart gives you drama in 30 minutes. And the quiet glens give you that rare thing — solitude.
Challenging · 8.5 Km
Ben Lawers Summit via Beinn Ghlas
The classic Munro route up Scotland's 10th highest peak, with two summits and stunning views across the Highlands.
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8 routes around Loch Tay, from gentle lochside strolls to serious mountain days.
The trick with walking here is to go slow. Stop at every viewpoint. Take the detour down to the water's edge. The scenery rewards the unhurried.
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Tales from the Hills
First-hand stories from the mountains, glens, and ridges around Loch Tay. Written by those who know these hills best.
Mountain Tale
Running on Empty: A Day of Struggle on the Tyndrum Corbetts
Mountain writer Alan Rowan recounts a humbling day on the Corbetts above Tyndrum — when energy deserts you halfway up and every step becomes a battle on some of Scotland's steepest small hills.
Alan Rowan·1 November 2025
Mountain Tale
Perthshire's Hidden Gems: Why Size Isn't Everything
Mountain writer Alan Rowan makes the case for Perthshire's overlooked smaller hills — from Glen Almond to the shores of Loch Tay, these hidden gems pack a punch far beyond their modest heights.
Alan Rowan·15 October 2025
Mountain Tale
Shifting Moods on Snowy Cruach Ardrain
Mountain writer Alan Rowan describes a day of dramatic contrasts on Cruach Ardrain and Beinn Tulaichean — from freezing fog to brilliant sunshine on snow-covered peaks above Crianlarich.
Alan Rowan·1 October 2025
Mountain Tale
The Mystery Figure on Ben Challum
Mountain writer Alan Rowan recounts a haunting experience on Ben Challum near Crianlarich — lost in a white-out with a broken compass, then guided to safety by a figure who vanished without trace.
Alan Rowan·15 September 2025
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Cycling Around Loch Tay
Whether you're a road cyclist tackling the 35-mile loch loop or a mountain biker exploring forest tracks, Loch Tay offers some of Scotland's finest cycling.
Fishing on Loch Tay
Loch Tay is one of Scotland's finest freshwater fishing destinations. From brown trout to salmon, here's everything you need to know about fishing the loch.
Watersports on Loch Tay
From kayaking and SUP to sailing and wild swimming, Loch Tay offers some of Scotland's best freshwater watersports in a stunning Highland setting.
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