Travelogue: Luss, Scotland

5 November, 2025

Just a short drive up the A82 from Balloch is a teeny town called Luss. I discovered this area on my first road trip into the Scottish Highlands back in 2015 and knew I’d want to pause here again.

There’s a large parking area and a shop with snacks and tea/coffee. From the parking area, it’s a very short walk to be on the rocky shore of Loch Lomond.

I spent a slow morning, wandering, seeking details, and capturing the broader landscapes.

These moments are part of how I meditate, how I connect to the earth, how I connect to myself and find joy. It was an overcast day, imagine that, in fall, some layers of clouds, threatened a little drizzle. The water was calm, and smooth, reflecting elements like the pier, boats, and branches.

I was there a few days after Samhain (Halloween) and found some pumpkins still out near the pier.

After a few hours of enjoying the views, I hopped back in the car to another little nook along the Loch, a short stroll through a tree-filled area, leading me back to the water.

One more stop included the Falls of Falloch.

This is about 30 minutes north of Luss on the A82. This area has a tiny parking area, holding perhaps 4-6 cars. It’s muddy and has loose gravel, and tree roots about. If you stop here on your journey into the Highlands, consider hiring a car that has good clearance. I ended up in an “upgrade”, which was comfortable, but not ideal for a road trip in the Highlands on some not-so-wide roads.

Regardless, I eased my way into a spot, swapped out the comfy sneakers for some boots, and wandered out to the view of this beautiful waterfall. It’s a short walk from the parking area to get to this view, which is great. There are lots of rocks and dips to traverse, but done with ease, when you have that awareness.

Overall a wonderful and lovely day, even though there were some clouds in the sky. But who doesn’t love some clouds?

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