Ben Ledi and Stank Glen loop — Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
Ben Ledi and Stank Glen loop — Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
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Ben Ledi and Stank Glen loop — Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
03:39
32.7km
1,130m
Mountain biking
The Ben Ledi and Stank Glen loop offers a challenging mountain biking experience in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. You will navigate a mix of gravel forest roads, compact dirt paths, and technical singletrack, especially on the eastern side of Ben Ledi. This difficult route covers 20.3 miles (32.7 km) with a significant elevation gain of 3696 feet (1126 metres), typically taking around 3 hours and 38 minutes to complete.
Prepare for rugged, steep sections that may require you to push your bike, particularly when ascending Ben Ledi. The descent from Ben Ledi can be quite technical, featuring rooty, steppy, and chunky ground that demands advanced bike handling skills. Be aware that surfaces can become muddy after rain, adding to the challenge, and trails are often shared with walkers, so ride respectfully.
This loop stands out for its blend of demanding mountain biking and iconic Scottish scenery. You will pass through forested glens, see picturesque waterfalls on the Stank Burn, and enjoy expansive views over Loch Lubnaig. The journey to the shoulder of Ben Ledi, the highest peak in the Trossachs, rewards you with panoramic vistas across the Central Belt and into the Southern Highlands, making it a truly notable ride.
Last updated: April 23, 2026
Tips
Includes a very steep uphill segment
You may need to push your bike.
After 21.1 km for 795 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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9.88 km
Glen Finglas Estate Singletrack (North Shore of Loch Venachar)
Highlight • Cycleway
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10.6 km
Meall Loop, Glen Finglas
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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20.7 km
Lochan nan Corp
Highlight • Natural
One day, they were travelling in a funeral procession (traditionally performed on foot) from Glenfingas to the churchyard of St Bride, during a winter storm. They took a shortcut across the frozen Loch, and one deeper part hadn't frozen (or an evil creature appeared) and they all (200 souls) died on one go. Since then, the Loch has been called the Lochan nan Corp - 'the little loch of the dead'.
If you're up there in the mist, and you see a funeral party, get out of the way, otherwise you'll be under a spell to follow them forever!
Actually, it's quite small and quite shallow (waist height, tops) - and it's so called as the trail is an old coffin road called the pass of the dead (Bealach nan Corp). But that's not quite as much fun!
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22.4 km
Ben Ledi Summit
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22.5 km
Descent from Ben Ledi
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The beauty, relatively small size (relatively) and proximity to Callander of Ben Ledi makes this a popular route for walkers too - but on the whole they're a polite bunch if you're friendly and give way to them.
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29.9 km
Stank Glen Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
If that really doesn't sound like your cup of tea though, the fire-road switchbacks down the hill are also an exhilarating blast.
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32.7 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
22.2 km
6.88 km
2.78 km
804 m
Surfaces
17.6 km
6.22 km
3.50 km
3.19 km
2.14 km
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Elevation
Highest point (840 m)
Lowest point (90 m)
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