πŸ“Œ The Trossachs, Stirling
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Craigmore’s southern cliffs tower over Aberfoyle village, making a tempting target for a short but satisfying hillwalk. A waymarked trail from The Lodge Visitor Centre winds to the approximate halfway point, with a steeper, more direct alternative taking a more southerly route. Once above the treeline there are excellent views across the infant River Forth, while Ben Ledi and Loch Ard – the highlight – are revealed as height is gained. We were lucky to have the company of a herd of wild goats with kids on our 2024 visit.

πŸ“· Chronological photo guide

🌍 Location

πŸ“Œ Start / finish at The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre, A821 just north of Aberfoyle

🧭 O.S. Grid Reference: NN 518015

πŸ›°οΈ GPS coordinates: 56.182510,-4.389491

🚌 Bus to Aberfoyle (steeply downhill)

πŸš— Car park (charge)

πŸ“ Key info

β–Ά 4 km / 2 mi | β–² 310 m | βŒ› 2 hr

Features: 🏠 The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre; β–³ Craigmore (387 m)

⬀ Moderate | Clear hill paths, fairly rough & steep in places with a few boggier spots.

➑️ Clockwise circuit with extension to summit: start & visitor centre – cross A821 – path junction at 🧭 NN 518020 – Craigmore – return to path junction – path east to re-cross A821 – top of Little Fawn Waterfall – start. Final section (only) waymarked in blue & on map πŸ”— here (Craigmore View Trail)

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πŸ₯Ύ On our last visit

Wildlife: Around 20 wild goats & kids on the ascent.

Weather: Temperature reaching 14Β°C or so with some sunshine & a gentle breeze.

April 2024
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