5의 로크 트롤가지 명소 & 주요 장소

The Southern Upland Way long distance trail runs through the forest south of Loch Trool. Some sections of the trail walk along the shoreline, allowing easy access to the beaches and great views. You can see Glen Trool Lodge on the far bank.

chunky gravel

Please consult the large notice board at the trailhead. This is a commercial forest and currently, timber harvesting is taking place along the southern flank of the Loch (hence tha barriers encountered by abp1). There are diversions in place to avoid the southern flank, rerouting via the north shore. This is detailed on the notice board. Also, please be aware that this is not an official MTB route, and taking a bike along it is not a good idea since the trail will have walkers of all abilities along its length, most of whom will not be expecting MTBs at all.

We tried to do this tour on June 21, 2023, but had to cancel. After approx. 13 km you come out of the forest into a wide valley. The landscape is very beautiful, but the path is destroyed by a large number of watercourses and you have to dismount every few meters. After that, the path is obstructed by massive willow barriers with barbed wire. The route would have to be laid out differently, otherwise this tour is not recommended.

Cycle route 7 becomes an off road route after Glentrool Visitors Centre! Stunning, beautiful scenery and highly recommend. Watch out is that it is gravelly and remote - not really a usual cycle 'path' - needs MTB/gravel tyres. The visitors centre is last chance to stop and stock up for supplies before Clatteringshaw Visitors Centre

Glen Trool to Loch Trool starting off on paved road and then on to a glorious gravel road through a damp and green Glen, definitely one to ride/hike if exploring the area

This lake, surrounded by hills and munros, is like something out of a postcard - extremely picturesque! I was lucky enough to be wild camping here and was treated to the THE MOST AWESOME sunrise. It is superbly beautiful. In the morning or late evening it is also super quiet and serene. Looking to get away from it all? Come here (you won't get away from swarms of flies in the morning, though)!

Leaving the trails and following the path to the shore brings you to a truly enchanting place. We stopped here until the silence was heard in our ears - just wonderful ...