Loch Lyon Lake
Scenic Highland loch with surrounding forests
Upland loch in central Scotland surrounded by hills. Common activities include trout fishing, walking routes that climb surrounding ridges, and photographic stops on regional road journeys.
Loch Lyon at a Glance#
Address: Loch Venachar, near Callander, Stirling, Scotland
How to Get to Loch Lyon#
From Callander, follow local roads west and north to lochside parking and picnic points. Callander is served by regional bus routes from Stirling and Glasgow; a short drive provides easy access to lochside trails.
Tips for Visiting Loch Lyon#
- Visit early in the morning for calm water and fewer walkers; the village of Callander is a good base for services.
- Walk the lower loch path for easy views and picnic spots; the area is also well suited to family outings.
- Bring insect repellent for summer evenings near alder-wooded patches.
Best Time to Visit Loch Lyon#
Loch Venachar is most pleasant late spring through early autumn for walking, canoeing and enjoying the nearby town of Callander.
Weather & Climate near Loch Lyon#
Loch Lyon's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 15°C. Heavy rainfall (2258 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 3° | -4° | 288 mm | overcast | 97% | 6.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 3° | -4° | 185 mm | overcast | 95% | 6.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 5° | -3° | 206 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | 1° - 8° | 1° | 116 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 121 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 8° | 109 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 9° - 15° | 12° | 125 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 9° - 15° | 12° | 149 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 7° - 12° | 7° | 209 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.9 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 4° - 9° | 3° | 246 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 249 mm | overcast | 96% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 4° | -3° | 255 mm | overcast | 97% | 5.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
