Firkin Point, West Lomondside
| Distance | Approximate Time | Height Gain | OS Map |
| Various kms | Various | 0 metres | Explorer: 347 Loch Lomond South & 364 Loch Lomond North |
Description
Firkin Point is situated on the west banks of Loch Lomond, at the centre of Loch Lomond Road. With the road streching 3 miles north and 3 miles south you can choose to walk either of two directions or walk both to take in as much of the beautiful scenery as possible. It is level and surfaced under foot making it suitable for babies' buggies and wheelchair users.
If walking north you will pass Firkin Cottage which was once a toll house on the old drove road used to dive Highland cattle to lowland markets. Here, the loch reaches its deepest point of almost 200 metres deep.
If walking south from Firkin Point continue round the headland of Rubha Mor to achieve stunning views down the length of Loch Lomond.
Access Info
Start this walk from the car park and picnic site at Firkin.
Car: This can be accessed by car from the A82 north from Dumbarton or south from Tarbet.
Bus: Scottish City Link provides a service to Inverbeg Hotel. For times visit their website www.citylink.co.uk First Glasgow services 204 & 205 run from Buchanan Street Bus Station through to Balloch. For times visit their websitewww.firstgroup.com
Additional Info
The Picnic Site at Firkin Point is open from April to October.
Loch Lomond is Britain's largest expanse of freshwater and hosts many different species of wildlife in the surrounding area including butterflies, warblers and grouse.
