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Overview

Registration for this walks open on 14 June at 7 am. Please do not contact the walk leader prior to this time. Join us as we begin our journey along the Three Lochs Way, a spectacular long-distance trail that links Loch Lomond, the Gare Loch and Loch Long. Stage One starts in the lively town of Balloch, where Loch Lomond meets the River Leven, and winds through peaceful countryside, forest trails and open moorland before descending into Helensburgh with views over the Firth of Clyde.

Expect a mix of gentle inclines, good paths, and big skies—with some hidden gems along the way.

Please note this is a linear walk that starts in Balloch and ends in Helensburgh.

Saturday, 28 June 2025
Start time:
10:03 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
411m / 1348ft
Type:
linear

Date: Saturday 28 June

🕘 Meeting Time: 9:00 am (Glasgow Queen Street station in front of ticket office). Take the 9:14 am train to Balloch.

🕘 Walk start time: 10:03 am when train arrives in Balloch. Return is from Helensburgh station. 

Please note that walk leader will meet everyone in Balloch. 

🚶‍♀️ Distance: ~11 miles
⏱️ Duration: about 5 (including stops)
📍 Linear walk –  starts in Balloch and finishes in Helensburgh 
🥪 Bring: Lunch, snacks, water, suitable footwear and clothing

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 59206 65515
Nearest postcode:
G1 2AF
what3words:
timing.linked.shall
Start time:
10:03 am

Meet in front of ticket office in Glasgow Queen street station at 9:00am to take the 9:14 train to Balloch. Please note that the walk leader will meet you in Balloch.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NS 29726 82195
Nearest postcode:
G84 7PB
what3words:
backed.peroxide.stir
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking