Ballo Den

Valley in Perthshire

Scotland

Ballo Den

Tullybaccart viewpoint This small cairn marks the highest point of the land around the Tullybaccart quarry. The point is surrounded mostly by tree plantations. This is the view towards the south into Fife - the Lomond hills on the horizon on the right. — Tullybaccart viewpoint Credit: Aleks Scholz

Ballo Den is a picturesque valley located in Perthshire, Scotland. Nestled between the rolling hills of the Scottish Highlands, this tranquil and enchanting destination offers breathtaking natural beauty and a peaceful atmosphere.

The valley is characterized by its lush greenery, dense forests, and meandering streams that flow through the landscape, creating a soothing ambiance. The area is known for its rich biodiversity, with a variety of plant and animal species thriving in this pristine environment.

Visitors to Ballo Den can enjoy numerous outdoor activities, such as hiking, bird-watching, and picnicking. There are several well-marked trails that wind their way through the valley, providing opportunities for both leisurely strolls and more adventurous hikes.

One of the highlights of Ballo Den is the stunning waterfall, which cascades down a rocky cliff face, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. The sound of rushing water and the mist created by the falls add to the overall charm of the place.

The valley is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including red squirrels, otters, and various species of birds. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the chance to spot these creatures in their natural habitat.

Overall, Ballo Den is a hidden gem in Perthshire, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking tranquility and a connection with nature. Whether it's a leisurely walk along the trails or simply soaking in the breathtaking views, visitors are sure to be captivated by the beauty of this Scottish valley.

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Ballo Den Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.511055/-3.2189935 or Grid Reference NO2536. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tullybaccart viewpoint

This small cairn marks the highest point of the land around the Tullybaccart quarry. The point is surrounded mostly by tree plantations. This is the view towards the south into Fife - the Lomond hills on the horizon on the right.

Aleks Scholz

Laird's Loch dam

This is the western limit of Laird's Loch, on a day with low clouds.

Aleks Scholz

This is a path

It's hard to tell, but this is a path that branches off the main track to Laird's Loch, and leads towards Ballo Hill. It eventually reaches a fence, but a network of similarly faint and muddy tracks covers the slopes south of the loch.

Aleks Scholz

Bend on A923

With a view in the direction of Pitcur and Coupar Angus.

Carron K

Ballo Glack

Looking down on the road from the forest on Northballo Hill.

Richard Webb

Path to Laird's Loch

A muddy narrow path through undergrowth - well used though, I wheeled a bike across and somebody carried an inflatable canoe through a few minutes earlier.

Richard Webb

Car park, North Ballo

Lots of closure notices due to felling by the Laird's Loch. No notices on the other side and I got through from Laird's Loch without problems - it was a Saturday and also looked like the timber extraction work was complete.

Richard Webb

Laird's Loch

Outflow beside the dam.

Richard Webb

Timber tracks

The block to the south of Laird's Loch had been recently felled and the timber extracted by this track to a logging road further up Northballo Hill. Great news as the track to the south of Northballo Hill was undamaged.

Richard Webb