Can you walk around Loch Lyon?
Can you walk around Loch Lyon?
If you fancy a stroll, you can walk along the river bank from Bridge of Balgie to Roro Estate then return back along the road, or take the footpath to Rannoch (even going up a short way can be rewarding) or walks along Loch Lyon and Loch an Daimh can be as short or as long as you fancy.
How long is Loch Lyon?
30 miles
Loch Lyon lies in Glen Lyon, that is the longest enclosed Glen in Scotland, stretching over 30 miles from Fortingall in the east to Loch Lyon in the west….
| Loch Lyon | |
|---|---|
| Max. length | 2.81 km (1.75 mi) |
| Max. width | 0.40 km (0.25 mi) |
| Surface area | 492.3 ha (1,216 acres) |
| Average depth | 25 ft (7.6 m) |
How long is Glen Lyon?
Glen Lyon has been described as Scotland’s longest, loneliest and loveliest glen. Stretching for over 30 miles, it was once home to over 2,000 people. Today, the Glen’s residents number fewer than 100.
Where is Glen Lyon Scotland?
Perthshire
Located in beautiful Perthshire, Glen Lyon is the longest enclosed glen in Scotland, stretching over a massive 32 miles (51 km). It forms part of the impressive 48,400 hectare Loch Lyon and Glen Lyon National Scenic Area.
Where is the Loch Lyon located in Scotland?
Loch Lyon ( Scottish Gaelic, Loch Lìobhann) is a freshwater loch in Glen Lyon, located in Perthshire, Scotland, which feeds the River Lyon, a tributary of the River Tay. Loch Lyon lies in Glen Lyon, that is the longest enclosed Glen in Scotland, stretching over 30 miles from Fortingall in the east to Loch Lyon in the west.
Is the Loch Rannoch and Glen Lyon National Scenic Area?
It forms part of the Loch Rannoch and Glen Lyon National Scenic Area, one of 40 such areas in Scotland, which are defined so as to identify areas of exceptional scenery and to ensure its protection from inappropriate development by restricting certain forms of development.
How big is the Glen Lyon in Scotland?
VisitScotland / Paul Tomkins, all rights reserved. Glen Lyon is the longest enclosed glen in Scotland. Located in Perthshire, the glen stretches for 32 miles (51 km) and forms part of the 48,400 hectare Loch Rannoch and Glen Lyon National Scenic Area.
Are there any water crossings on Loch Lyon?
The track is generally good, soft in places and stony in others and there are numerous small water crossings as water from the hillside crosses the track to reach Loch Lyon. The track drops towards the only major water crossing on this side of the loch.