Loch Logan Wood

Wood, Forest in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Loch Logan Wood

Unnamed reservoir A small reservoir formed by damming the two Blackspouts. — Unnamed reservoir Credit: Stephen Coyne

Loch Logan Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Stirlingshire, Scotland. Situated on the eastern shore of Loch Logan, the wood covers an area of approximately 200 acres and is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The wood is predominantly made up of a mix of native Scottish tree species, including oak, birch, and Scots pine. The dense foliage provides a habitat for a variety of wildlife, and visitors can often spot red squirrels, roe deer, and a wide array of bird species, including ospreys and tawny owls.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained walking trails, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its enchanting surroundings. One of the most popular routes is the Loch Logan Wood Trail, a circular path that winds through the forest and offers stunning views of both the woodland and the tranquil loch.

In addition to its natural attractions, Loch Logan Wood also has historical significance. The remnants of an ancient hill fort, believed to date back to the Iron Age, can be found within the forest. This archaeological site provides a glimpse into the area's rich past and adds an extra element of intrigue to any visit.

Overall, Loch Logan Wood is a haven for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Its beautiful scenery, diverse wildlife, and fascinating historical features make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking tranquility and natural beauty in the heart of Stirlingshire.

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Loch Logan Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.11489/-4.1169072 or Grid Reference NS6893. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Unnamed reservoir A small reservoir formed by damming the two Blackspouts.

Unnamed reservoir

A small reservoir formed by damming the two Blackspouts.

Foot of the steps Where the carse meets the first steep section of the Gargunnock Hills. The scarp is stepped with successive lava flows.

Foot of the steps

Where the carse meets the first steep section of the Gargunnock Hills. The scarp is stepped with successive lava flows.

Carse near Gargunnock Flat land contrasts with the steep scarp of the basalt Gargunnock Hills.

Carse near Gargunnock

Flat land contrasts with the steep scarp of the basalt Gargunnock Hills.

Woodland, Boquhan A strip of woodland between grass fields. There is some dairy farming here.

Woodland, Boquhan

A strip of woodland between grass fields. There is some dairy farming here.

Bain's Bog Wood A long wood on the edge of the carse land.

Bain's Bog Wood

A long wood on the edge of the carse land.

Bogle Glen Wood A small conifer plantation.

Bogle Glen Wood

A small conifer plantation.

On the Gargunnock Hills Rough moorland which is managed as a grouse moor even though the heather is outnumbered by the grass. The mapped track is an exaggeration - there is a strip of flattened grass from four wheel drive vehicles and some churned up bog, but nothing to suggest a proper two dashed line track.

On the Gargunnock Hills

Rough moorland which is managed as a grouse moor even though the heather is outnumbered by the grass. The mapped track is an exaggeration - there is a strip of flattened grass from four wheel drive vehicles and some churned up bog, but nothing to suggest a proper two dashed line track.

Blair Moss Wood Conifer plantation beneath the Gargunnock Hills escarpment.

Blair Moss Wood

Conifer plantation beneath the Gargunnock Hills escarpment.

Bog, Carleatheran Peat bogs on the Gargunnock Hills plateau with the Earlsburn wind farm in the background.

Bog, Carleatheran

Peat bogs on the Gargunnock Hills plateau with the Earlsburn wind farm in the background.

On the Gargunnock Hills Grassy moorland on the plateau east of Carleatheran.

On the Gargunnock Hills

Grassy moorland on the plateau east of Carleatheran.

Moorland on the Gargunnock Hills On the edge of the steep scarp above Gargunnock.

Moorland on the Gargunnock Hills

On the edge of the steep scarp above Gargunnock.

Carleatheran Loch Now a bog.

Carleatheran Loch

Now a bog.

Trap landscape, Carleatheran The stepped landscape of successive lava flows on the Gargunnock Hills. Soon to the north the hill falls steeply towards the lowlands around the River Forth.

Trap landscape, Carleatheran

The stepped landscape of successive lava flows on the Gargunnock Hills. Soon to the north the hill falls steeply towards the lowlands around the River Forth.

Quadbike track on Carleatheran Grassy moorland at the top of the Gargunnock Hills scarp.

Quadbike track on Carleatheran

Grassy moorland at the top of the Gargunnock Hills scarp.

Carleatheran summit The cairn at the top of the Gargunnock Hills. It is uncertain if the grassy mound is a cairn as well. It appears to be made of boulders rather than another step of basalt.

Carleatheran summit

The cairn at the top of the Gargunnock Hills. It is uncertain if the grassy mound is a cairn as well. It appears to be made of boulders rather than another step of basalt.

Gargunnock Hills traps, Tulmore An expanse of flat terrain above the steep Gargunnock Hills scarp. The flatness is the top of a lava flow, now a resistant layer of basalt. The next flow can be seen as a step (hence the term trap) on the right. (We are told the term &quot;trap&quot; comes from Swedish, but it is of course an English word too.)

Gargunnock Hills traps, Tulmore

An expanse of flat terrain above the steep Gargunnock Hills scarp. The flatness is the top of a lava flow, now a resistant layer of basalt. The next flow can be seen as a step (hence the term trap) on the right. (We are told the term "trap" comes from Swedish, but it is of course an English word too.)

Above Black Craig Grassy moorland on the Gargunnock Hills with fine views of the Forth plain beneath the steep scarp. Quite a few Highland Perthshire hills are clearly visible from Ben Venue to Ben Vorlich.

Above Black Craig

Grassy moorland on the Gargunnock Hills with fine views of the Forth plain beneath the steep scarp. Quite a few Highland Perthshire hills are clearly visible from Ben Venue to Ben Vorlich.

Approaching Carleatheran from the South The track marked on the map actually continues further than indicated and eventually leads to the summit of Carleatheran.

Approaching Carleatheran from the South

The track marked on the map actually continues further than indicated and eventually leads to the summit of Carleatheran.

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Loch Logan Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS6893 (Lat: 56.11489, Lng: -4.1169072)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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