Loch Leven Heritage Trail

Loch Leven is the largest natural shallow water body in lowland Britain, steeped in history, awash with stunning scenery and richly populated with birds, animals and plantlife.  The loch enjoys a convenient location, easily accessible across central Scotland and within an hour’s drive of Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth.

The Loch Leven Heritage Trail is one of the best ways to appreciate the incredible biodiversity of this protected area and the glorious views across the water.  Following a circular route of 13 miles (21km) around the loch, the path is clear and level, suitable for walkers of all ages and abilities, as well as cyclists, buggies, and wheelchair users.

Walking through woods and marshlands by the edge of the loch, you share this space with myriad waterfowl: the largest nesting duck colony in the UK, thousands of migratory geese and swans in the autumn and winter, and ospreys in summer.  Pause at a wildlife hide to see what you might find.

Café stops are available along your way, at Loch Leven’s Larder or the RSPB coffee cabin.