This short stroll from the Loch Lomond Shores shopping complex makes a good leg stretch or family walk and is suitable for baby buggies and some wheelchairs.
Well-made paths.
Regular buses to Balloch.
Loch Lomond Shores shopping and visitor centre.
Start next to the Tree Zone building to the left of the main shopping complex as you look out towards Loch Lomond. The large building to the right used to be a visitor centre but is now closed. Go up the path between this building and Tree Zone, turning right to head along the far side of the building. Take the second path on the left to cross a small stream on a boardwalk path; the Tree Zone assault course can be seen overhead.
After crossing the bridge continue to the next junction and then turn right, following the boardwalk through the trees. The next turning right is a short detour to a slipway with a view over part of the loch. Follow the path as it bears to the left. The path now comes close to the loch and an artwork installation in the form of a quartzite curving wall that divides the land from the water of the loch.
Continue on the main path around the edge of Loch Lomond. Follow the path past another beach to reach an open grassy glade. There is a path junction here; you can either short-cut the walk by turning left or continue on the path ahead passing the picnic tables. The path then swings left to head back towards a multi-coloured metal and plastic sculpture that contrasts strangely with the rural surroundings.
The path then plunges back into the trees and rejoins the outward route. Turn right here but ignore the turning back over the bridge to the visitor centre - keeping ahead. Another sculpture can be seen on the left - a black tower with blue and white squares of light. Continue ahead through the trees - the path forks and continues around a loop before doubling back. Exit by heading back past the Tree Zone bulding to the car park.
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