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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Hugh Taylor - These walks are Scotland in microcosm. With water everywhere reflecting the sky, forests and the hillsides in still clear lochs or tumbling down crags and glens in rushing white torrents. There is the fresh smell of damp forests in the morning and wood smoke at night. The colour may be bright as blue skies and fresh green meadows or rich as autumn gold all around and underfoot or dim as misty mountains wreathed in cloud. You can see the majestic golden eagle soaring high above a mountain pass or a buzzard swoop on its prey over marshland. The fortunate will see otters, foxes and maybe even the shy pine martin but most will see red and roe deer. Twenty routes of between 2 and 5 miles in length. Graded according to difficulty. Contains OS maps. Published April 05
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Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park: Volume 1 West, Tom Prentice
- This guide
details the walking and rambling potential throughout one of Scotland's most
famous scenic areas - the magnificent Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National
Park, which is within an hour's reach of 70% of Scotland's population. Each
volume describes 60 walks of 2 to 10 miles, from scenic lochside and
woodland rambles, to more energetic outings to the finest viewpoints and
mountain summits, each with a detailed colour route map. This varied mix of
established favourites and lesser known gems, many never described before,
will appeal to both the first time visitor and those who are more familiar
with the park's extensive footpath network. More than 200
inspirational colour photographs guarantee
long-lasting enjoyment from each guide, by enhancing the routes and
providing a vivid and dynamic showcase for some of Scotland's finest
landscape. In addition to the user-friendly size and format, each guide
contains tourist information, fauna and flora identification and a glossary
of Gaelic and Scots hill and place names. Volume 1 covers the area west of
Loch Lomond: Balloch & Luss, Tarbert & Arrochar, Lochgoilhead, Cowal,
Inveruglas & Inverarnan and north to Crianlarich & Tyndrum. Published April
09
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Walking Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, Ronald Turnbull - The hills and
glens of the Trossachs and Loch Lomond make up Scotland's first national
park. They are the first of the Highlands, and easiest to get to, if
approaching from the south. They are also first in the affections of many
hill-goers. Slightly less savage than the mountains further north, on a
slightly smaller scale, they have a rugged charm that's all their own. This
book suggests the most straight forward routes to each of the area's 21 Munro
summits of 3000ft (910m) and over, but also seeks out the wilder and less
walked-on ways around the back. It also covers the many slightly smaller but
equally worthwhile hills in the area, from the Cobbler to the Luss Hills and
Ben Ledi. From Lomond's bonnie banks to the Hill of the Fairies, from
Arrochar Alps to lowly Ben A'an, and whether you take the high road or the
low, here is some of Scotland's best, and best-loved, hill country.
Published May 09
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Pathfinder Guide: Loch Lomond, Trossachs, Stirling and
Clackmannan -
28 varied walks from easy strolls to exhilarating hikes - colour coded according to difficulty. Distance, timing, refreshment stops and advice included. Clear OS mapping at 1:25,000 scale. Published June 10.
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Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park: Volume 2 East,
covers the area east of
Loch Lomond: Drymen & Loch Lomond, Aberfoyle & Inversnaid, The Trossachs,
Callander & Strathyre, Lochearnhead & Balquhidder and north to Killin and
Glen Dochart. Published April 09 |
25 Walks: Loch Lomond and The Trossachs, Roger Smith and John Digney - The 25 Walks books are practical guides and attractive souvenirs. Written by experienced authors, they can be used with confidence. The carefully selected local walks are accompanied by easy-to-use maps and colour photographs. Loch Lomond and the Trossachs describes 25 walks in the rugged and beautiful area between Aberfoyle and Loch Lomond. The scenery embraces ancient woodlands, quiet glens and peaceful lochsides. The walks visit many places of local interest, including Loch Katrine, immortalised by Sir Walter Scott, and Balquhidder in Rob Roy country. Published Sept 04
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Walking the Ochils, Campsie Fells and Lomond Fells, Patrick Baker - As rugged and spectacular as they can be tranquil and picturesque, the Campsie Fells, the Ochils and the Lomonds are the most accessible hills in Scotland's Central Belt. Despite their close proximity to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth, these three ranges remain a remarkably uncrowded wilderness area. Combining a rich mixture of open moorland peaks, steep sided glens, fast flowing burns and lush woodland, few other areas can treat the hillwalker to such diverse scenery and varieties of animal and plant life in the space of a single day's outing. This guide describes 33 contrasting walks that will take the walker over the three ranges. The majority of these walks are circular. Published June 08
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Walks Stirling, Alistair Lawson - Part of a popular series of A6 pocket walking guides which describe routes which are suitable for walkers of all abilities and to suit all tastes. Route descriptions are accompanied by 2-colour sketch maps. The guides are illustrated with line illustrations, and will
provide walkers with a good introduction to what each area covered has to offer. Walks Stirling (a new edition of our previous guide to Stirling & District) features 24 walks, and now covers the Campsie Fells as well as the western Ochil Hills and the area around the head of the Forth Estuary. There are some fine hill walks, plus long distance paths and coastal walks. Walks range from 0.5 miles to 12 miles (1.2-20kms). Routes include: Dumyat, Ben
Cleuch, Dollar to Auchterardar and Dumgoyne. Last rewalked and revised 2010. Published July 10.
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Trossach
Glens, Peter Koch-Osborne - The aim in this series of books is to
provide the mountain biker and walker with information on an intended route
so they know something of what to expect. One of the problems is that O.S.
maps give no indication as to whether an 'other road' is metalled, a path or
a forest fire break, or anything in between. Many bridges shown on O.S. maps
do not exist. Rivers are difficult to judge in size from the map, and a
building may be anything from a pile of stones to a maintained bothy. All is
revealed without removing the sense of adventure and exploration. Gradient
profiles help to assess how strenuous a route is, and each hand-drawn page
contains a wealth of information. The object is to save wasted leisure time
and enable the armchair explorer to plan ahead or relive experiences. "The
Glens of Trossach" includes: Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, South Tayside and
Lochearnhead, Callendar to Comrie and Crieff and the Ochil Hills. Published
June 04
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Stirling: 40 Town and Country Walks, Fergal Macerlean - routes in and around Stirling and Falkirk.After treading the historic streets of Stirling, Scotland's smallest city, this volume ventures out to the reservoirs, hills and moors that surround it, dropping in on Bridge of Allan, Dublane and Doune along the way. Published June 08
Southern Highlands (Pocket Mountains), Nick and Don Williams. Published May 03 Walks the Trossachs and East Loch Lomond, Luke Williams. Published May 07
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The Rob Roy Way: From Drymen to Pitlochry, Jacquetta Megarry
Rucksack Reader - This long-distance walk from Drymen to Pitlochry was
developed by Rucksack Readers in partnership with walking enthusiasts. It
runs for 79 miles (126 km) along some of Scotland's finest lochs and glens,
using historic footpaths, a cycle route, forest tracks and some minor road.
Many places are linked with Scotland's most famous outlaw, Rob Roy MacGregor
(1671-1734). The route has no official status, but was negotiated with
private landowners, Forest Enterprise, Stirling and Perth Councils and
others. The Way offers superb views, but is less strenuous than the West
Highland Way. It is not fully waymarked as such, but the book gives detailed
directions and most of it is straightforward. Walkers are always advised to
carry a compass, but are unlikely to need it unless walking an exposed
section in winter. This book contains all you need to plan and enjoy your
holiday: background on Rob Roy MacGregor, history, heritage and wildlife;
summary of each section showing distance, terrain and food/drink stops;
drop-down map showing the whole route in five panels; visitor attractions
and hills to climb (Munros, Corbetts and Grahams); special notes for people
with no previous experience; planning information for travel by car, train,
bus or plane. In full colour, with over 60 photographs; waterproof paper
throughout. Published Oct 06
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West
Highland Way, a Walking Guide, Terry Marsh - This second edition of
the popular guide to the West Highland way provides an updated and current
description of the route from Milngavie, Glasgow, to Fort William. The 95
miles of the route, which was opened in 1980, pass through the lowlands to
the highlands, and are accompanied by the bucolic spendour of the glens
flanked by great mountains, the loveliness of Loch Lomond and the wild
remoteness of Rannoch Moor. Accompanies the route which is consistently
waymarked. Descriptions of the eight-stage route There is great association
between much of the Way and the historical past of Scotland. Much of the
route pursues ancient drove roads or old military roads built in the 18th
century. Published April 07
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| The West Highland Way, a Rucksack Reader, Jacquetta Megarry, - The West Highland Way is the first and most famous of Scotland's long-distance walks. It begins on the outskirts of Glasgow, its largest city, then goes through Scotland's first National Park, along the shores of its largest loch. After 95 miles (152 km) of superb scenery, the Way ends in Fort William, at the foot of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. The second edition of this popular guidebook was fully revised in 2003, with many improvements, including more photographs, details of the new Scottish Outdoor Access Code and a Fort William town plan. It contains all you need to plan and enjoy your holiday: drop-down map showing the whole route in six panels; waterproof paper throughout; the Way in sections, with summaries of distance, terrain and where to find food and drink; concise background on the history and wildlife; information about side-trips and mountain climbs including Ben Lomond and Ben Nevis; planning information for travel by car, train, bus or plane; in full colour, with 60 photographs. Published Dec 07 |
West Highland Way (Pocket Mountains),
Dan Bailey - The West Highland Way
was Scotland's first official long distance route. Originally conceived in
the 1960s, it was completed in October 1980. The Way links Milngavie to Fort
William - a distance of 152km (95 miles) - from the outskirts of Scotland's
largest city to the foot of its highest mountain, following the shores of
its largest freshwater loch. It passes from the lowlands, across the
Highland Boundary Fault and on into the Scottish Highlands. This fantastic
new guide, by rising star of outdoors journalism Dan Bailey, is all you need
for tackling this classic walk. Containing 15 possible hill and glen detours
as well as stunning photography and clear mapping of the West Highland Way
itself, this value-for-money guide looks set to become a classic. Published
June 08
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West Highland Way, Footprint. Walking the West Highland Way in August, I needed a map and I chose the Footprint map. To make it short: It shows any details a walker is in need for and that's why this map is a really useful tool. It's delivered in a plastic bag that makes it waterproof and shows the complete way in 10 sections, with additional information about the way itself, accommodation, camping sites and distances. Buyer Review. Published May 99
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| The West Highlands Way, Anthony Burton - The 93-mile West Highland Way is indisputably Britain's most spectacular long-distance path. The first section, following the eastern shore of Loch Lomond, offers an idyllic waterside walk, with the full grandeur of the Highlands gradually revealing itself. Then, after crossing the barren wilderness of the Rannoch Moor, the walker climbs the Devil's Staircase above Glencoe and traverses classic Highland landscapes to reach Fort William and, if he or she wishes, a grand finale at the peak of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. This comprehensive, easy-to-use guide is an authoritative companion, packed with indispensable information. Published May 10. |
West Highland Way The Official Guide, Roger Smith - This guide ambles along entertainingly, noting interesting flora and unusual geographic features and ... many beautiful images of lochs and hills. Published April 10.
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West Highland Way Charlie Loram - Served me very well on my recent West Highland Way walk. I admit to loving Ordnance Survey maps but for the first time this guide book was all I used and needed. The route guide and maps were excellent, ensuring that I was always confident of being on the correct path. Useful information was provided on each village/town visited, including services (post offices, shops, public transport etc), where to stay (B & B, hotels, campsites) and where to eat. Plenty of useful information for planning your walk, from suggested itineraries to information concerning the weather and precautions to take. Snippets of information concerning wildlife and historical events added to the enjoyment of the walk. Buyer review. Limited availability. Published Jan 06 |
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Walking the Trossachs, Loch Lomondside and Campsie Fells, Mary Walsh and Christine Isherwood. Limited availability. Published March 05 Walks in the Trossachs and Rob Roy Country, Rennie McOwan - The author, an experienced walker and journalist, provides descriptions of the loveliest walks in this part of Scotland with a sense of ecology, history and a hint of romance. The walks in this volume range from the short stroll to the full day expedition. Limited availability. Published June 83. Walks Around East Loch Lomond and Strathendrick. Folded sheet map. Limited availability. Published May 95 Walks Around West Loch Lomond and the Clyde Sea Lochs. Folded sheet map. Limited availability. Published May 95
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Walks Around Stirling - Eight easy to follow walks. Folded sheet map. Limited availability. Published May 99
Walks Around the Trossachs, Callander & Strathyre - Eight easy to follow walks. Folded sheet map. Limited availability. Published July 96 Walks Around Killin and Breadalbane with Crianlarich & Tyndrum - Eight easy to follow walks. Folded sheet map. Limited availability. Published May 97 |
Best Walks Around Loch Lomond - A collection of 15 walks covering scenic walking country in Scotland. Where possible the walks are circular, starting from a car park and vary from short strolls to longer hikes. Each walk is graded according to distance and difficulty and is supported by step-by-step route instructions. An introduction to walking in the Loch Lomond area is included, together with additional information on tourism and forestry around Loch Lomond. There are hints on safety in the Scottish countryside, the law of trespass in Scotland and notes on geology, history and the Country Code. Limited availability. Published May 99. |
| Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, Robert Campbell - The wooded valleys, mountains and moorland of the Trossachs and Loch Lomond has become Scotland's first national park. This book presents a comprehensive guide to touring routes and walks in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs countryside. Limited availability. Published April 99. | A Guide to the West Highland Way, Tom Hunter - Opened in 1980, the West Highland Way runs for 95 miles from the outskirts of Glasgow to Fort William. I t can be completed in six to nine days. This book charts the official route, and gives information on the history and culture of the area. Limited availability. Published Dec 95. Limited availability. | Highland High Way, Heather Connon & Paul Roper - A companion to the high-level 8-day route that spans the 105 miles between Loch Lomond and Ben Nevis near Fort William, and takes in 14 Munros en route. With route descriptions, photographs, sketch maps, mountain safety information, a glossary of Gaelic placenames, and an account of historical, geographical and other highlights to be encountered. Limited availability. Published March 96 |
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MORE MAPS Loch Lomond and the Trossachs Outdoor Atlas, Harvey - The whole of Scotland's first National Park in one handy book. Detailed 1:40,000 scale mapping. Published March 05
Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park: A Visitor Map and Guide to Things to See and Do in the New National Park. Published Aug 02 Ben Lomond and Loch Katrine (Superwalker), Harvey. Published July 02 Ochil Hills Superwalker. Harvey. Published Oct 06 West Highland Way XT 40 (Walker's Route S.), Harvey. Published Feb 08 Crianlarich (Ben Lui and Ben More) Superwalker. Harvey. Aug July 09 Ben Ledi: Hills North of Callander Superwalker. Harvey. Published May 05 Arrochar Alps (Superwalker), Harvey. Published March 05 Ben Venue (Superwalker), Harvey. Published March 05 |
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