You could get to Balloch on the train, but beyond that your exploration of Loch Lomond would be very limited. You could get a "view" of the loch from Balloch, and Lomond Shores is a pleasant place to visit, but no trip to Loch Lomond seems complete without a wander around Luss with a tramp along the pebbly shoreline. So, by car, we journeyed on to Loch Lomond.

On arrival we found that Loch Lomond was at the heart of the park itself. There isn't a bigger loch or lake in the whole of Britain and it is certainly a beautiful one, too.

There is nothing more pleasant than an afternoon on the water in a boat on Loch Lomond. Every kind of watercraft and waterlover can be seen cruising about the waters. Keen anglers are in luck - there's plenty going on below the surface as well, as any fisherman will tell you.

Scotland's first National Park is packed with interesting corners for you to explore so a walk along the shore or through the wide-open lush landscapes was a must.

Things to do and see in Loch Lomond:
* Luss is a charming village on the banks of Loch Lomond. It is understandable why it is considered to be the most beautiful village in Scotland and is a 'must visit' if in the area. Stroll past the most gorgeous cottages to get a spectacular view of the Loch.
*We visited the Stone Circle in Killin at Loch Tay. We parked up in a free car park, in the village, and set about looking for it. Having done a bit of homework before we arrived we had a fairly good idea of where it was, and where we were heading, and thankfully got it right.
Behind the Falls of Dochart Inn is a pathway with two pillars. Follow this pathway until the path splits. At this point take the right fork. Continue along this section and through another set of pillars. Continue along this straight section of pathway. You will eventually see the Stone Circle in a field to your right. Continue through yet another set of pillars, turn sharp right and you will see the gate. Open the gate and go through, taking care to close it properly behind you on entry, and later on exit, as there may well be livestock in the field. Be careful of the electric fence too!
This was a great Stone Circle to see, and the fairly short return walk, on mostly level ground, was made all the more enjoyable due to it being a lovely evening. This is also known as Kinnell Stone Circle.
* On way stopped at Pitlochry and visited Iain Burnett's a gold winning chocolatier. Handcrafts truffles and trains his own team. Had to buy some truffles.

After our sightseeing had finished we headed to the Buchanan Arms Hotel at nearby Drymen.