Lochearnhead in Central Scotland between Perth and Callander on the road to Stirling is situated on the old military road from Stirling to Fort William, constructed in 1761, and the Callander to Oban railway, which opened in 1870. Both take the same route over Glen Ogle.
In 1904 the Caledonian Railway was extended from Crieff and St Fillans along the north side of Loch Earn to join the Callander to Oban line at Lochearnhead.
The railways brought tourists to the beauty of Loch Earn and a number of small hotels were built around 1900.
The St Fillans rail link closed in 1951 and the main Callander to Oban line, following a landslip in Glen Ogle, in 1965. The impressive scenic route taken by the railway through Glen Ogle is now used as a footpath and cycle route, being part of the National Cycle Network.

Ben Vorlich is a popular climb and the views from the top are spectacular. Ben Vorlich, together with neighbouring Stuc a' Chroin can be seen form the A9 South of Stirling. These two mountains have almost parallel SE ridges and they are connected by Bealach an Dubh Choirein.
The summit of Ben Vorlich (985m) is a steep sided pyramid shaped peak which sits at the intersection of four ridges all of which offer access routes.The access path from Loch Earn, through Glen Vorlich, ascends the western face of the north ridge of Ben Vorlich, a Munro (one of the highest mountains in Scotland.)
Loch Earn is a major fishing and watersports centre.
Lochearnhead village is a focus for the activities, which include water skiing, canoeing and sailing.
Permits to fish Loch Earn from the shore or from boats may be obtained from Lochearnhead Post Office. Other amenities in Lochearnhead include a shop and a good selection of places to eat and drink. |