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Loch Ard Forest: Sculpture Trail and Little Loch Ard

Central

Distance
4.3 mi
Est. time
2h 30m
Difficulty
Medium
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About this walk

Begin at Milton Forest car park, west of Aberfoyle, and follow the red Sculpture Trail through Loch Ard Forest. The circuit reaches the wooded shores of Little Loch Ard and Loch Ard, then turns around the small lochside peninsula before returning through the forest past Lochan a' Ghleannain. Look for the wildlife sculptures along the tracks, including the mirrored eagle and red squirrels. Use the red waymarks, as several longer routes share these junctions.

Allow about two and a half hours. The route uses mostly wide gravel tracks, with long moderate slopes and a few short steep stretches. Loose stones, uneven ground and muddy patches make shoes with grip worthwhile. Give cyclists space and watch for occasional forestry vehicles. Keep back from the loch edges. The informal descent into Rob Roy's Cave is outside this walk.

Forestry and Land Scotland lists free parking here. The nearest public toilets and places to eat are in Aberfoyle; there are no toilets promised at the forest car park. The operator advises that the last Sunday of each month can be busier with a gravel-cycling event. Check the current local alerts before travelling, particularly after storms or during forestry work. Route information: Forestry and Land Scotland's Loch Ard trail guide and map.

Walk details

County
Central
Walk type
Circular
Category
Countryside
Distance
4.3 mi (6.9 km)
Est. time
2h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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