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16.4 mi 56.0825, -4.3693 At Ballat Crossroads

Now you have yet another choice . . .

A: Just keep on truckin’ south to Glasgow.

or

B Take a diversion to the shores of Loch Lomond

A: Straight through to Glasgow:

Easy – just stay on the A81 all the way to the city. To continue south, giving Glasgow a miss,
merge on to the M8 on the northern edge of the city.

Or to go into the centre of the city, just stay on the A81.

35.2 mi At the Concert Square car park in central Glasgow.

For Glasgow to Ayr, click here.

To head directly south from Glasgow to Keswick click here

B: Via Loch Lomond:

Routes 7 and 4 on the map.

16.4 mi 56.0825, -4.3693 At Ballat Crossroads bear r. at the Y i/s on to the A811 s/p “Erskine
Bridge A811 / Drymen (B858)”.

3.0 mi 56.0678, -4.4410 If you fancy a bit of healthy outdoor exercise, take a side trip here to the
Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve – short walks, steep climbs with great views, boat trips and
island exploration.

For an energetic walk – climb Conic Hill and get great views across Loch Lomond and along the
Highland Boundary Fault. If you fancy a more leisurely stroll, try the Millennium Forest Trail and
explore the woods around the loch shores and village.

Ferries from Balmaha Boat Yard to Loch Lomond Nature Reserve on Inchcailloch (Gaelic for
“island of the cowled woman”) leave every 15 minutes (9.30am – 5pm, Easter to October). Once
on the island explore the woodlands and spot wildlife from one of two walking routes.

8.6 55.9999 / -4.5885 Take the A811 into Balloch at the southern end on Loch Lomond. Turn r.
for the township and lakefront activities.

Visit Loch Lomond Sea Life Centre, Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre.

From Balloch you can go directly to Ayr, giving Glasgow a miss. If that is your preferred option
click here.

Otherwise, for Glasgow . . .

From Balloch continue on Route 4 on the map.