Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve (Inchcailloch) — Attraction in Scotland

A hidden gem

We took the ferry from Balmaha and it was £42 for 8 of us (4ad 4ch). Takes about 5 minutes and they book a time to pick you up.

The island is a stunning place to visit with huge oak trees and a well maintained path system. It can be muddy in the rain and is steep at times.

The island has a ton of history with Robert the Bruce making it a plantation to hunt deer (we saw a Stag up close) and the MacGregor's (Rob Roy) having family here who are buried in the rather special burial grounds that you can visit.

The North beach is a quiet gem indeed, where there is a ranger station and composting toilets.

Worth a couple of...

Absolutely stunning island with a peaceful, magical vibe and a hint of spooky mystery. The boat ride over is quick and scenic, and once you're there, it's like stepping into another world. Gorgeous walking trails, beautiful views from the summit, and an old cemetery that gives just the right amount of chills.

Perfect for nature lovers, hikers, and anyone who doesn’t mind a possible ghostly whisper or two in the wind. Bring snacks, good shoes, and maybe don’t wander the graveyard alone after...

We enjoyed our trip over here- very short boat ride to the island (£42 return for 4 adults and 4 older children). It was a bit of a drizzly day weather wise, so we only stayed 1 1/2 hours, which was just perfect to walk through the central path to a really lovely stone beach with a beautiful view (on a nice day this area has benches for picnic and the kids would love paddling here), the we took the Low path to the burial ground. If you struggle with mobility I'm afraid I wouldn't...