A fantastic place to visit, we didn't use the Go Ape facilities but we went for a walk down to the waterfall and back. We could see people going past above us on the zip wires. Having a wonderful time. We picked the perfect time of year with the blue bells in full bloom. The food was really good as well.

We did the zip line experiencing and 100% recommend! Looking forward to doing the tree top experience next!

Queen Elizabeth Park is a great day out and I would highly recommend. We did the zip line adventure which was fun, however did not realise once at the opposite side we would be climbing up quite some height on the trees to zip back. This was not mentioned prior to the zip and we expected to climb only a small ladder. Would not recommend if you are afraid of heights! Staff were all professional and friendly.

What an experience doing the tree top challenge. Highly recommend if you have good to moderate fitness. Took us two 2.5h from start to finish, great fun.

Great ziplines in Aberfoyle. There are only 2 though. Was disappointed at that, as experience was over very quickly! Do the high ropes for added value/time. You do have to have some level of fitness to climb up the steep slopes/ladder to get onto the ziplines. Midges were bad, don't forget your bug spray. Staff were great and informative. Views beautiful, lots of places within short driving distance to eat/hike/bike/stay. The trossachs are absolutely stunning.

Really great day out with the kids. Staff were great and the setup in Aberfoyle is excellent. You need to be ok with heights but if so then get up there, you won't regret it.

Second time here and it was as good as ever. If you struggle with heights and upper body strength then it may not be for you. Staff are great at explaining 👌 our 13 year old niece and nephew absolutely loved it.

I got a treetop challenge for my birthday gift was so much fun I really enjoyed it . I wish I knew tho that it’s a bit cold on the zip line and you need clothes that you don’t care if you going to be dirty because there is everywhere mud around. Can’t wait to go back for another adventure

Amazing fun! Felt very safe & instructions were good, little training course at the start helps you “learn the ropes” - excuse the pun! Some high zip wires and jumps, not for those with a fear of height. We got very muddy and definitely tired after the 2 hour course

Great day out we don't the tree top challenge it's very physically demanding, specially if your 30odd year old outnof shape over weight mum 🤣 however we managed it and had a great time doing so. The safety clips are very easy to work once you have done it a few times you've got it no bother ! I had a wee problem at the end but I spoke to kerrie and jen who listened to my feed back and seems to have been taken on bored. We look forward to returning for another shot of the zip lines 😀

Really good fun. It takes a second to get the hang of the clips and pulley safety system but once you've done it a few times it's easy. Great views as well and the staff are really friendly.

The tree top walk was too high for me, and I really didn’t feel safe as there was no alternative way down. On the last zip wire I got stuck half way, seemingly I wasn’t heavy enough for the zip to go the distance, yet I’m a grown adult!!! An instructor had to get me… it was terrifying and I was clearly shaken, yet, no member of staff checked in with me that I was ok.

Had a fantastic time, and Alan our instructor was brilliant. I was a bit worried about the zip line but loved it. My youngest boy, 12 had a fantastic time and my teen, 15 excelled at the climbing. Everyone at the centre was so helpful, I struggled with the wobbly ladders and the the other instructors said don't worry about it, so I missed a few tree top adventures. Very helpful when my husband knocked off his glasses!! They were found and all in one piece!

Safe fun for everyone and good challenge for yourself. Thanks Go Ape team !

Staff were really friendly and very helpful. The course was fantastic, plenty of challenging bits, but nothing I or our 11 year old couldn’t do. There’s multiple tours for stuff you can do, and each individual crossing between platforms is marked to tell you how challenging it is, from low to extreme. He, and I, particularly loved the massive zip lines at the beginning and end, along with the Tarzan Swings. Take some spare clothes - you may need them.

The treetop challenge was a fun way to overcome my fear of heights with the moral support from friends and professional staff. There is a variety of physical challenges which make the 2.5-3hr experience exciting throughout and well worth the money. The only downside was that there is not enough monitoring along the climbing sites and some people can be quite inconsiderate by stacking in large groups on platforms and pushing you. You will likely get dragged along the ground when landing from the zip lines which is not painful but can definitely ruin your clothing, so dress accordingly.

Amazing experience.. views breathtaking and some of the climbs to tree tops are high.. from the top you have some amazing views.. definitely recommend for people to try them out! Staff are friendly and accommodating.. we had a decent group size of 9 so took a while for us to complete.. they stayed back late until we finished without rushing us! Zip line to the finish view was amazing.

Amazing adventure in a fantastic setting. Easy to book online and staff are super friendly. Safety brief was on the ball and then the rest is down to you. Great family day out,

Great fun, took about two hours to get round the course. Amazing views and a fulfilling challenge. Highly recommended!

Lovely place to wander about. Nice restaurant and friendly staff. Reasonable prices. Will be back.

A huge shop with all that you will need as a visitor. Good selection of clothes and accessories for both men and women, an exclusive tweed section, a huge selection of gifts and whiskies and a nice little restaurant attached to it to. Must visit as a tourist passing anywhere around Aberfoyle.

Large shop of the Edinburgh Woolen Mill genre. Pleasing ambiance. Some rather dated fashions (personal taste) but also quite a lotnof general interest curios. Nice shop overall

Popped in for a cuppa with my sister yesterday and half way back to Glasgow, realised that I had left my phone in the cafe. Phoned, and although they were closed, a lovely, very helpful lady, Shirley, answered the phone, and searched for my phone for me. To my great relief, she found my phone and I returned today to collect it. One of my favourite places to visit, staff are always pleasant and helpful. Will definitely be back!!

Really liked it here and it has just about all the gift selections you could want. The staff were pleasant and helpful and the cafe has a pet friendly area so you can sit with your dogs in the dry and serves good takeaway coffee if you prefer. There is outside seating available for dry days. The premises have a large carpark and plenty of bins for your rubbish. Sadly the outside show was not on when I visited but the stadium looked impressive. Great shop, well worth a visit when in Aberfoyle. Recommended.

Plenty quality outdoor wear , Tog24, PG Field, Harris Tweed Gifts for all ages and reasonable prices They do sell food (I have not eaten there) Ample parking Loos

Atrocious wool. Carol snapped my chopsticks when I pretended they were sewing needles and had no time for my kicky upy challenge with balls of wool. Excellent emergency lighting and exits.

Great place for a coffee. We watched the collie dog rounding up the ducks and ate ice cream. Dog and kid friendly.

Bargain after bargain! If you like outdoor clothing brands at massivly slashed prices, this is the place for you. Lots of choice and found most things I was looking for in my size. Added bonus: a decent selection of whisky and all at reasonable prices, which is rare in touristy locations in Scotland.

A beautiful little place in the middle of a green area beside a mountain peak. You can play with the animals and get a quick snack. We could not hike in the area because of the rain but I bet it is a good hiking area. Our stop was only for an hour but you can spend days here.

Really liked this shop - especially the crafting shack out front for local, handmade products. I picked up some skeins of wool yarn for my next project. They even had yarn and lamb skins from their own sheep! Undone the main store were a large selection of commercial gift items.

A wide variety of Scottish wool products, souvenirs perfect for tourists, and a variety of food products as well. Staff was friendly and engaging! Love the puns on the outside of the building. We came during the off season, but it looks like there would be even more to enjoy during other times of the year.

It was alright. Good for a quick stop and a bathroom trip but overall it was alright to shop around. If you want a discount sweater it’ll suit you just fine but not much else otherwise. The herding exhibition was neat though.

A gift shop selling primarily merchandises and clothing items. There is also a restaurant inside

Great coffee and pastries! Had a fantastic flat white and empire biscuit while watching the sheep. If you forgot a clothing item, they have everything.

Ok for a wander round you can get a coffee and cake and it has toilets . Husband got a couple of fleeces in the sale good prices and reputable makes.

We stopped by on the way to Aberfoyle to check out the Go Ape site and look at the views. The views wee stunning and the kids enjoyed the visitor centre. A member of the team recommended the 3 lakes drive and it was beautiful. A nice day out with the family.

Visited here today on a sunny February day. The food and service in the cafe was great. Best soup I've ever had, toasties were lush and good coffee. The staff on the front desk in the visitor centre were also very friendly and helpful in making sure we got the trail we were after. Our intention was walking to the waterfall but we ended up on top of the big hill - The Craigmore View Trail after visiting the waterfall. The waterfall walk was lovely, highly recommend and isn't too long or hard. But the walk to the top of the hill was pretty steep at points. Worth it for the view at the top.

Delighted to find the café open and in such a glorious location! You can sit at one of the huge windows or outside on the extensive terrace. Walks start from here, with a waterfall only 15 mins walk away, or you can sit by the wee loch near the car park - only £3 for all day. Plenty activities for kids - from fun sculptures to damming streams. Even in the drizzle we had great fun here in the great outdoors!

A well organised visitor centre with several forest walks designed for different abilities. There are hides dotted along the paths that allow you to watch birds and red squirrel if you are lucky. The paths are well laid out and great for a shaded walk on a hot day. The cafe provides the usual hot and cold drinks and snacks. Pay for parking, £2/hr or £5/all day.

Excellent spot, with well posted trails and beautiful waterfall. Staff in the tearoom were very friendly and charming.

Nice visitor center and cafe with a great view! The staff were friendly and the food was good. There is different walks to do and we did the little one that is accessible and lead to a beautiful waterfall. The paths are well maintained and signed. The ticket for the car park also cover other site which is quite nice!

Nice place for lunch, excellent displays of the flora and fauna. The view was excellent. Staff were extremely helpful assisting in finding missing dog's owners.

A nice place to hike and enjoy natural wonders or go ape and climb trees, fly along ziplines, or sit by a window for tea and cake. We took the waterfall trail which was not difficult and was very rewarding. Then the wife and son did the go ape thing and there was much joy and merriment.

Fab day oot .. never been b4 an wasny sure what to expect but was not disappointed. So much to look at an see whilst oot walking. As ye walk through the park you can watch them zip slide at parts amongst the tree tops. (Which is defo another return visit to do that wi the grandkids) defo worth a vist and a donder aboot

Amazing place to go for nature walk, there is defined trails you can follow and enjoy.

An amazing time walking to the Water Fall. First time being here today. Plenty of parking spaces on site. A new Cafe is being constructed. Toilets are available beside the Visitor Centre. Paper maps are available for free beside the Visitor Centre. Which is great for selecting which walking trails you want to explore. Also visited the Hide and saw some birds. Will definitely be back.

Great place to stop for a drink or meal, even if you're not planning a walk but just touring the area by car. There are many trails around the forests and hills. The lodge, with the cafe, has an information room with details of the park, animals and birds which can be found there. There were live views of the camera feeds set up too on a large screen so that we could watch the antics of 2 red squirrels and a host of birds feeding.

Had an enjoyable trip and were very lucky to see a female osprey on her egg from a viewing hide. We felt blessed as we called on a day where Caz was on hand and learned that she had 20 years of studying Osprey’s and was very knowledgeable as we bombarded her with questions. Also, looked for Red Squirrels but no luck. We took a walk along the pathway through the woodland into town. Had a lovely walk around the beautiful town of Dunkeld, along the river tay, then around the cathedral with amazing trees down to the river. We stopped for lunch and then made our way back to our car along the same well signed pathway. (There are steep hills at places so put on your walking boots) 😀

From the car park everything is close by. There is a café (dog friendly) with all the usual facilities and an area for sitting outside when the weather permits . The forest walks are lovely and paths well maintained. There are plenty of places to stop for a rest and take in the views. There are several trails to follow so it is a place you can spend most of the day. Had a fantastic day.

Absolutely incredible place. The lodge has a lovely little cafe with great views - if it is a clear day. On the white walk to a lovely waterfall and river. Then cross the road to the binoculars sign and follow the path. It leads up to the most beautiful squirrel hide. The best place to see red squirrels and birds. - including woodpeckers. Definitely worth a visit as long as you are respectful to the wildlife and the other people around you by being quiet!

A lovely place too visit after a nice walk around the grounds. Nice cafe with a good selection dietary requirements.

Beautiful forest lots of different levels of walking. They have mobility scooters available. Nice picnic areas dotted around. Small tea room parking £5 full day. Good family day out in nature

This is a fantastic place to visit. There are walks for all abilities. The white walk goes past the waterfall and is near the wildlife hide where you can hopefully see some red squirrels. The green walk goes through the old forest. The visitor centre is great staff are very friendly and helpful, there is a nice cafe too. Car parking is £5 for the day.

Really good. I'd recommend it to anyone passing by. If you're lucky there's some interesting animals to see and lots of spots to stop for food or to look about.

One of the prettiest and most serene places I've been to in recent times. I was so sad when the road ended. This has to be one of the greatest initiatives of Forestry and Land Scotland - kudos to them for opening up this route! I road around the circuit on my adventure motorcycle and every other turn revealed another stunning view. The photos don't do it justice. My advice - make sure you stick to the 10MPH speed limit to really enjoy everything this route has to offer - and stop to admire the views! Often! 😀👍

Amazing drive, beautiful views of lochs and forests and accessible short walks to the lochs for closer viewing. Last entry at 4pm but you can stay and leave later as they give you a exit access code.

Wonderful place to spend the night. Our spot was in the middle of the forest quiet peaceful and safe.

Wasn’t sure what to expect but the drive was beautiful. Done one of the walks and the scenery was amazing. Was on my own so didn’t venture to water just incase. I’d highly recommend this drive there are so many places to stop and enjoy the view.

Very nice drive all the way round plenty car parks and road side stops .be warned very dusty indeed and 10 miles a hour speed limit scenery spectacular a must for the bucket list

This place is stunning and the perfect place for wild camping (with a permit). Access is easy, the views are stunning and the walks are great. The one issue I had was not against the drive itself but the previous occupants of the location we booked at. There was an old tent and rubbish left behind which totaly ruins the idea of a place like this. It was evident the items had been there a while so it was a shame the rangers hadn't yet cleaned up this mess. We ended up taking the rubbish with us to dispose of it to prevent the next people having to deal with it. We left the tent and larger items as we didn't have space. The trip was great and I would definitely go again. Just a shame about the rubbish.

A must in the summer and in the autumn. The colours are stunning. Check the photos to see. It is accessed off the main road and onto gravel but OK for cars. Better than it used to be. It is a great drive and be sure to park up and walk around to see even more. So serene and quiet, a must if you are in the area.

Great forest drive on mostly gravel roads, plenty of places to stop and approximately half way point theres a car park with toilets. enjoy the great views from the strart to the Finnish of this drve

Great drive lovely scenery and one way in one way out. Plenty of places to park and toilet facilities. There is even an ice cream stop half way round. Great day out.

Slight wait to get in to the drive, once paid (card cash or Ringo) plenty options to stop for a walk and get some fresh air. Fantastic views, options to camp overnight with the correct permits. Also toilet stops on the path. Great farm shop with ice cream available.

Lovely drive with greats view and nice walk! Take the time to enjoy the drive and listen to the nature sounds. There is plenty of campsite spot and we will books one of them next time!

The Three Lochs Forest Drive is a scenic route located near Aberfoyle, Scotland. It is a beautiful drive that takes you through the heart of the Trossachs National Park, offering stunning views of three lochs: Lochan Reòidhte, Loch Drunkie, and Loch Achray. Starting from Aberfoyle, you can access the forest drive by following the signs. The route is approximately 7 miles long and can be driven in about an hour, although you may want to allow more time to fully enjoy the picturesque surroundings. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to stop at various viewpoints and picnic areas to soak in the natural beauty of the area. There are also several walking trails that branch off from the drive, allowing you to explore the forest on foot. Please note that the Three Lochs Forest Drive is managed by Forest and Land Scotland, and there may be certain restrictions or closures in place depending on the season or weather conditions. It's always a good idea to check for any updates or closures before planning your visit. Overall, the Three Lochs Forest Drive is a fantastic way to experience the stunning landscapes of the Trossachs National Park. Enjoy your drive and take your time to appreciate the beauty of the lochs and the surrounding forest!

Lovely chilled 7 mile one way drive with lots of places to stop and appreciate the views!!! A must if you want to escape the traffic on the Dukes Pass

Beautiful place. Just pay 3£ and you are can drive 7 miles to forest road around 3 lakes. Many car park for stoped, many patch for walking. Many places for picnic.

Such a beautiful drive. I imagine that on a sunny day it can get quite busy! It's totally worth it!

I highly recommend this drive. It will take longer than you think, because it's such a beautiful place. Stop and get out at the campgrounds and look out points and explorer. Do a walk or a hike. It's a wonderful place.

Great place to take loads of pictures, so make sure to bring your phone! It was a nice drive, get to see 3 lochs (obviously). But the road is made out of rocks and gravel, so the vehicle may get rocks stuck in it. 5 stars, would give a higher rating if I could.

We stayed at permit area F, there is areas for camping and pulling bays for camper vans. Easy access to the water ideal for water sports (canoe paddle board etc). Protect against ticks as my dogs did get a couple but to be expected. Our stay was August for 2 nights. Toilets are about a 10 minute drive from area F, it is supposed to be a 1 way system but some people were driving back and forth. The road itself is more of a off track gravel road. We ordered our permits online quick and easy to do and we had great Internet/ phone reception throughout the forest. There was some rubbish left from previous occupants as there are no bins within the forest. We were greeted by a warden as we were setting up who also gave us a code if we needed to leave as the gates are locked around 4/5 pm and reopened around 9am

Fantastic drive around the lochs with a few places to enjoy easy accessible walks. At the area with the walks, the ground was stable and there were loos in the carpark. You can also get a permit to camp/park up here but we haven’t done that yet. We saw others who were and the camp zones looked over some beautiful views.

Well what can I say about the Three Lochs Forest Drive!? So here's my take and advice on it! Take a debit card and cash just in case. You need to pay via the RingGo App as you enter or coins (£3). Reception isn't the best so a good idea to have both ready. There aren't any bins on the route so make sure you take your rubbish with you! Cyclists going in the opposite direction is a hazard even at the 10mph speed limit. It's a great road albeit very bumpy and dirty at times! We stopped at around 20 points and the views are fantastic and air crispy clean 👌🏼 Ideal points to have a picnic so remember to bring food/snacks with you! Kids really enjoyed it and are looking forward to coming back soon...

Fabulous views well maintained, loads of lovely dog friendly walks off the main drive.

Had a walk up to Doon Hill to see the fairy tree, was very disappointed as all the wishes and people's messages all gone 😢 I went there 15 years ago as part of my 50th birthday party, and my Grandson did a sponsored walk to help one of his nursery friends and on both occasions they were very enjoyable days, and a great day out for kids, but not anymore.why have all the messages been taken away???

Pleasant enough woodland stroll with some fairy houses dotted along the trail. Would recommend going for the circular walk around past the river as described on walkhighlands for a bit of variety. Be mindful when asking at the wool centre and following that route you're walking along a road for a kilometre or so.

Lovely walk, feels really peaceful. Was maybe a 1-2km walk trough the forest. In parts was a bit tricky as the track was muddy and had lots of roots on it. For people who have trouble with walking, this might be difficult.

Just outside Aberfoyle Doon Hill is easily walkable from the town centre car park. This is a wonderfully intriguing and picturesque stroll full of the folklore and myth of Faries. Robert Kirk the local Minister in the late 1600's is alledged to have compiled writings of the secret world of Faries which angered them so much they kidnapped his soul and imprisoned it in a tree at the summit of Doon Hill where he died while out walking one evening in 1692. His grave is in the partly restored Church you pass on the way to the hill, visit the grave and leave him a coin. The Hill itself has a short but steep climb at one point but if I can manage it anyone can, the view down the valley is glorious, plus there's the tree with Reverend Kirk's soul in it plus loads of little visual treats on the way up.

Beautiful area to walk and look for fairy houses

About 1km up, maybe a little less. Very easy walk with kids and a few nice little features to keep them entertained.

Nice walk and interesting place to visit, great venues over the trossachs

A magical mystical Fairy Tree lies a top the hills, with various sights to see along the way. Great for the children or the big kids

Total disappointment this was the tree at the top of the hill

Stunning place!.. So peaceful, quiet & a great walk.

Beautiful wee spot. Very tranquil.

Absolutely wonderful and beautiful place. The lake is shallow so water warms up quickly. The water itself is clean and perfectly for swimming.

Beautiful Loch with lots of forest walks

Most beautiful scenery and landscape esp with the autumn colours.

Lovely views and amazing house locations

Beautiful place. Good for walking with family and dog or if someone prefer just use bike. Most important is peace and quiet like l love it. Also good for fishing or swimming. Definitely recommend to visit.

Gorgeous scenery, the 2 half 30 minutes walk is easily accessible to most fitness types and has a few tables dotted around the way. Make sure to go off the track to find the hidden stone beaches with amazing views.

Place was beautiful, had an incredible experience, just taking in the scenery. Went a walk for about 2 hours so we only partially covered the outskirts of the lake. It was very peaceful that provided many breathtaking views. Wildlife is thriving and the place was very clean, there is also a free car park which provided a guide board and also leaflets for tourists. The path also looks good if your thinking of cycling as many others passed by us with mountain bikes.

So quiet forest, nice colourfull moss, great walk ..

Loch Ard is a gem of a loch. Often mirror calm, there's a thousand different views from what is a relatively small and easy to explore loch. For those not able to walk far, you'll find many great views directly from the road. Those feeling more adventurous can park up at the forestry carpark and explorer the paths on the opposite shore. In summer swimming is a must or hire a canoe to explore the myriad of little Islands.

Once you take a right upon exiting the car park and walk past the boat club you are on the trail. There are lots of paths that meander around the Queen Elizabeth forest area but the main route is pretty clear. The loop takes you along the loch, up and then back along a higher path. You get some great views. You can cycle the route or forget the walk and just laze about in a canoe/go fishing. (Camping is not permitted from March until September.)