Traditional dishes, amazing views, or just the place for a post-walk pint. Take your pick from our top pubs and restaurants close to the forest to get a taste of the local.

 

Visit Callander, our nearest town, for lots of options, and stop by the River Teith. 10-minute drive | 25-minutes to the river.

 

Take a drive to the village of Aberfoyle for great pub food. 30-minute drive.

With a National Park and lochs to explore just a short drive away, head out beyond the forest and discover what the area has to offer.

 

 

A little further out and great for rainy days, take a one hour, 30-minute drive to Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park.

 

Plan a short 32-minute trip to witness the famous white waters.

 

Explore and taste your way through this one-of-a-kind Scottish experience at Glengoyne Distillery. It's a 45-minute drive to enjoy tours and a little tasting.

 

Whatever your style, you’ll be sure to find adventure in the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, a 32-minute drive.

 

Take your family on a journey from the shores of Loch Lomond through the zones of the deep blue sea! It's a 59-minute drive to the Aquarium.

 

A 30-minute drive away, discover wildlife, breathtaking scenery and a wide range of activities at the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park. The Queen Elizabeth Forest Park has all the walking you could wish for, from gentle woodland walks to strenuous mountain climbs. Head for The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre for a range of family walks starting here. More challenging walks will reward you with views over Loch Lomond and Loch Katrine. Or take the Duke’s Trail and look out for red squirrels. Rest up at the Lodge Visitor Centre café, which has one of the best views in Scotland.

 

Enjoy a day out exploring Stirling Castle, a 40-minute drive away.

Discover the Scottish Thistle Award winning BLISS trail of 25 art and architectural installations linking Strathyre with Balquhidder, Lochearnhead, and St Fillans. Walk, cycle NCR7 or drive around the audio trail... and don't forget your camera!

 

 

This 48.2km route runs between Callander and Inversnaid and passes through Brig o’ Turk, the Loch Katrine area and Stronachlachar, connecting the Rob Roy Way with the West Highland Way. Whether you commit to the full length of the walk, or choose one of the many shorter or circular routes, it offers a glimpse into the beating heart of natural Scotland, with forest and lochside beauty, mountain views and rare Scottish wildlife.

 

 

This part of the Rob Roy Way heads out from Callander through forest towards the shores of Loch Lubnaig, continuing along the shore to finish in Strathyre. Strathyre and Callander are linked by bus, so why not split the journey and explore on public transport?

 

 

The Queen Elizabeth Forest Park has plenty of different walking trails to choose from, ranging from shorter to longer routes.The Waterfall Trail is a nice and easy stroll, with plenty of beautiful Scottish scenery to take in. Head through the trees to a dramatic waterfall, which appears as if by magic. There are also plenty of places to sit or play along the way.

 

 

Strathyre is on the edge of the Trossachs, at the gateway to the Highlands, so you won’t be surprised that there are mountains to conquer. Closest to Strathyre, Ben Ledi is a tough climb, being the highest hill in the Trossachs. Also close by are the Callander Crags (4km), where the views of the town and the valley below are your reward for the climb. Follow the map location to park up and begin your hike!

 

 

The Rob Roy Way is a mighty 128km walk through Scotland, with one stretch of the tour passing through Strathyre into Killin. Walk from A to B, or keep going if you fancy taking in more of the Rob Roy Way!

See waterfalls, forests and rivers (and discover the perfect picnic spot) along part of National Cycling Route 7, which goes straight past our cabins. Scottish Tablet (a favourite local sweet treat). A train station at Balloch will bring you back to Tarbet.

 

 

Start at Callander and tackle the climb to the 38km Duke’s Pass (one of most picturesque mountain biking routes in Scotland). A great day out.

 

 

Push your limits while exploring the wilder spots of the Trossachs. This 24km route has serious climbs, swooping downhills and dramatic views. Best for experienced cyclists.

Bring your furry friend on an adventure and explore one of the many forest trails, where acres of woodland and country roads make a great spot for a scamper.

 

 

Here you'll see a stunning stretch of freshwater nestling between two striking mountains: Ben Ledi and Benvane to the south-west, and Ben Vorlich to the north-east. The A84 runs along the eastern side of the loch, which makes access very easy.

 

 

The 14.5km trail, between Callander and Strathyre, is a scenic walk. Strathyre, to the north of Loch Lubnaig, is the starting point for plenty of walks, including a short Strathyre Circuit.

 

 

Or there’s a 6.4km walk to the 2667ft summit of Beinn Each for the lochside at Ardchullarie More.

 

There are also plenty of picnic spots en route to enjoy and soak in the views.