A85 Loch Earn and Pass of Brander to Oban
Follow the A85 west from Loch Earn through the central Highlands and the Pass of Brander towards Oban. Lochside stretches, open glens and the constrained Awe crossing create a varied point-to-point touring drive.
Driving roads near St Fillans and Oban. Nearby visits are optional. · 64 miles · 110 minutes estimated driving · Point-to-point
Photo: @ Bill Kasman / Geograph
Highlights along the way
Loch Earn
The A85 begins beside the loch before continuing into the central Highland glens.
Pass of Brander
The A85 threads the constrained mountain-and-water corridor on the approach to the Oban side.
Before you set off
The A85 is a working trunk road with heavy vehicles. Use signed parking for waterside breaks and leave railway and estate access clear. Check current road closures, vehicle suitability and weather before travel. Driving time excludes stops and live traffic. The route follows through-roads; all visits off the line are independent optional detours.