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LONG DISTANCE PATHS RUNNING THROUGH THE
REGION ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN WHITE
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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 April 02
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Hugh Taylor - Fifty one years after the first one was opened in England, Scotland finally got its first National Park, Loch Lomond and Trossachs. Throughout the park there is a great richness of natural history. All of the walks within this book are inside the National Park and are a grand introduction to Scotland's story. Published April 05
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Stirling: 40 Town and Country Walks, Fetgal 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 Walks Stirling and District, Alistair Lawson. Published Oct 06 Walks Around Stirling - Eight easy to follow walks. Folded sheet map. Published May 99
Walks Around the Trossachs, Callander & Strathyre - Eight easy to follow walks. Folded sheet map. Published July 96 Walks Around Killin and Breadalbane with Crianlarich & Tyndrum - Eight easy to follow walks. Folded sheet map. Published May 97 Walks Around East Loch Lomond and Strathendrick. Folded sheet map. Published May 95 Walks Around West Loch Lomond and the Clyde Sea Lochs. Folded sheet map. Published May 95 |
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
Walks the Trossachs and East Loch Lomond, Luke Williams. Published May 07 |
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Walking the Trossachs, Loch Lomondside and Campsie Fells, Mary Walsh and Christine Isherwood. 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. Published June 83. Limited availability. The Trossachs (25 Walks S.), Cameron McNeish - Describes 25 walks in the rugged 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, immortalized by Walter Scott, and Balquhidder in Rob Roy country. Published April 94. Limited availability. |
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.
Published April 99. Limited availability. 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. Published May 99. Limited availability.
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Trossach
Glens, Peter Koch-Osborne - The aim in this series of books is to
provide the mountainbiker 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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Walking the Ochils, Campsie Fells and Lomond Hills, 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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The Ochil Hills: Landscape, Wildlife,
Heritage Walks, L Corbett - This introduction/guide
gives basic information on the range of naturalist and historical
characteristics of the Ochil Hills. It is intended to supplement the
publications already available on the area. The book also includes poetry
from the area. Published May 94
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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; foreword by Sir David Steel, Presiding Officer of the Scottish
Parliament; in full colour, with over 60 photographs; waterproof paper
throughout. Published Oct 06
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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.
Published March 96
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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. Published Jan 06
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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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West Highland Way, the
Official Guide, Scottish Natural Heritage - Opened in 1980, the West
Highland Way was Scotland's first Long Distance Route. It runs from
Milngavie on the outskirts of Glasgow to Fort William. This sixth edition of
the Official Guide has been fully-revised and updated to include recent
modifications to the route and is accompanied by a full-colour map.
Published July 06
The West Highland Way (Recreational Path Guide) Anthony Burton - Published in association with the Ordnance Survey, a recreational path guide providing walkers with information and advice about the West Highland Way, a footpath running for over 90 miles from the outskirts of Glasgow to Fort William in the shadow of Ben Nevis. Includes 1:25,000 maps for each section shown alongside the text. Published Feb 96
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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, 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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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. Published Dec 95. Limited availability. | Southern Highlands (Pocket Mountains), Nick and Don Williams. Published May 03 |
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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
Trossachs East - The Walker's Map, Harvey. Published May 96. Limited availability. 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 Aug 98 West Highland Way (Walker's Route S.), Harvey. Published Feb 08 Crianlarich (Ben Lui and Ben More), Superwalker, Harvey Ben Ledi: Hills North of Callander (Superwalker), Harvey. Published July 00 Arrochar Alps (Superwalker), Harvey. Published March 05 Ben Venue (Superwalker), Harvey. Published March 05 |
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