Heading north on the A821 briefly, the Way turns right into the forest, crosses the 'burn of the fawn' and heads east along forest roads. The Way climbs north-east through the Menteith Hills to reach a lovely lochan (pictured above) at 220 m, then descends to Loch Venachar and reaches Gartchonzie Bridge. If bypassing Callander you can cross this bridge for a shortcut that saves 2.6 miles/4.2 km.
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The 2026 guidebook
The official guidebook is produced by Rucksack Readers for walkers and cyclists. It offers detailed directions, mapping on 18 pages and 120 colour photos. This 5th edition (2026) celebrates for 25th anniversary of this route and makes the ideal companion. There is also a pocket-friendly map booklet (weight 45 grams) with mapping at 1:40,000.
Distance
9.9 miles (15.9 km)
Terrain
Mainly easy going on paths and tracks through the forest; gradients mostly gentle
Maximum altitude: 220 m/720 ft at the lochan
Food & drink
None between Aberfoyle and Callander
Points of interest
Secluded lochan in the Menteith hills, views of Ben Ledi across Loch Venachar
