Loch Lomond

A82Tarbet to Crianlarich · Scotland

Route line of Loch Lomond
Distance16.8mi · 27 km
Drive time35 minon the road
DifficultyModerate 
LakesForest

The famous bonnie banks road along the west shore of Loch Lomond.

The A82 hugs the west shore of Loch Lomond between Tarbet and Crianlarich, narrow and twisting beneath the trees with the loch glinting alongside. It is busy and tight with oncoming coaches and cyclists; patience is essential.

Where it runs

TarbetStart · Scotland
CrianlarichEnd · United Kingdom

Character

Corners30bends
Tightness6of 10
Max gradient7%≈ 1-in-14
Hairpins0tight bends
Climb265 mtotal ascent
Summit197 mhighest point · 646 ft
SpringSummerAutumn

Elevation

190 m range
7 m102 m197 m 0 mi8 mi17 mi

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