Glen Lyon
Glen Lyon is the longest enclosed glen in Scotland. It stretches for 32 miles and forms part of the 48,400 hectare Loch Rannoch and Glen Lyon National Scenic Area. Glen Lyon was described by Sir Walter Scott as the " longest, loneliest and loveliest glen in Scotland". Wordsworth, Tennyson, Gladstone
and Baden Powell also sang its praises. The River Lyon runs through the glen and is aptly described as a `classic Highland river` tumbling through corries, gorges and riverine meadows. The pools near Bridge of Balgie are accessible, with the added benefit of parking and a little tearoom nearby. The name Glenlionn was chosen in the fourteenth century and it is thought that this name was inspired by the speed and height of the river in spate. Two remote lochs (Loch Lyon and Loch an Daimh) lie in the wild upper reaches of the glen and the hauntingly beautiful remnants of the ancient Caledonian forest are also visible.
For walkers there are many Munros, Corbetts and low level options. Anglers can enjoy trout fishing on river or loch. There is a scenic, single track road through Glen Lyon with the option of doing a circular route by taking the dramatic hill road back through to Loch Tay side. Other points of interest include a lovely packhorse bridge and abundant wildlife. A Wild Devil Cat is also said to inhabit this wonderful glen - luckily it only makes an appearance at Halloween.
Contact
Aberfeldy Tourist Information Centre
Glen Lyon
Innerwick
nr Aberfeldy
Perthshire
PH15
Scotland
Tel: +44 (1887) 820276
Fax: +44 (1887) 829495
E-Mail: aberfeldytic@perthshire.co.uk
WWW: http://www.perthshire.co.uk
