Duke’s Pass and Lake of Menteith Loop

Climb through the wooded bends of Duke’s Pass from Aberfoyle, continue through the Trossachs towards Callander, then return by the Lake of Menteith area. This circuit contrasts forested hills with gentler lowland roads.

Aberfoyle area circular via Brig o Turk, Callander, Port of Menteith · Stirling, Scotland · 26 miles · 39 minutes estimated driving · Circular

A821, The Trossachs

Photo: @ David Dixon / Geograph

Highlights along the way

Duke’s Pass

The A821 climbs through tightly bending woodland roads above Aberfoyle before opening towards the Trossachs lochs.

Before you set off

Woodland bends can hide cyclists and slow traffic. Use signed parking for loch visits; forest-drive entrances are not part of the loop. Check current closures and conditions before travel. Estimated time excludes stops and live traffic. Points are through-road references, not parking. Optional town visits may require a separate detour.

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