Drymen can be explored through both long-distance walking trails and the village’s history. The village plays a different role on each route: one begins at Drymen Square, while the other passes by the village. A self-guided Heritage Trail, historic buildings and seasonal events complement the walking connection. You can focus on walking, local history or both.

Walking trails with different roles

The Rob Roy Way begins at Drymen Square. The 124 km (77-mile) route follows paths and tracks used by the notorious outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. This links a specific starting point with a historical context. The official West Highland Way, meanwhile, passes by the village of Drymen and continues towards Balmaha. This distinction is useful when planning your trip: one route starts in Drymen, while the other passes by the village. This gives walkers two clearly distinct reasons to include Drymen in their route plans.

Plan your overnight stay around your reason for travelling

Drymen is often used as an overnight stop by walkers on the West Highland Way, particularly during the summer months. This makes the season relevant to planning your overnight stay if you are travelling along this route. Check accommodation availability for your preferred dates once your travel plans are set.

Village history on the Heritage Trail

The Drymen Heritage Trail presents the village’s history in a self-guided format. Short podcasts recorded by local residents bring local voices to the trail’s stops. The trail offers a distinct way to explore local history alongside the walking routes.

Risk Head is the oldest surviving croft house in the village; its oldest section is believed to date back to at least 1770. The Clachan Inn is considered Scotland’s oldest licensed pub and is believed to have been established in 1734. Drymen Church has an old graveyard with gravestones documenting burials from the 17th century through the 1890s. When Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park was established in 2002, Drymen was included; the park was Scotland’s first national park.

Summer, views and other activities

Piping on the Square takes place in the village every summer. If you would like to visit Drymen for this event, check the dates and times for your travel period; the exact programme may vary.

The viewpoint in Drymen is reached via a short path opposite the Buchanan Arms Hotel. In 2022, a bicycle repair station and free e-bike charging points were opened on Drymen Square. If you are factoring these facilities into your plans, check their current status before your visit.

Strathendrick Golf Club is located on the edge of the village. It is a hilly, 9-hole parkland golf course. Golf is therefore another distinct activity alongside the walking trails and village history.

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