Inch Talla

The forest at Inch Talla sits just outside Callander, a proper woodland walk rather than a manicured visitor attraction. You're walking through genuine Scottish lowland forest here - the sort of place where you can actually breathe in the pine and hear yourself think.

It's ideal for anyone after a decent forest ramble without the crowds of more famous spots. Families with kids who can manage a few miles will find plenty to occupy them, though there's no playground nonsense or cafes, so bring what you need. Walkers love it because the paths are straightforward and the woodland itself is genuinely pleasant - nothing dramatic, but that's rather the point.

Allow a couple of hours minimum if you want to do it properly, longer if you're bringing smaller children or stopping frequently to look at things. The forest isn't going to blow your mind with views - you're among the trees, after all - but that's precisely why people come.

If you're based at Callander Woods Holiday Park nearby, Inch Talla makes a solid morning or afternoon activity, especially if the weather's decent. Pair it with a walk around Callander itself or head to nearby attractions in the area. It's the sort of place that works best when you're not expecting anything fancy - just a walk, fresh air, and proper woodland. Worth the trip if you're in the region and fancy something low-key.