Motorhome and campervan owners have been warned of an upcoming ban across a popular Highland beauty spot coming in the next few weeks.
The Falls of Falloch has closed for major improvements, and when it reopens, motorhomes, caravans, and other vehicles over six metres will no longer be permitted on the site.
The site, located off the A82 in the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, attracts thousands of visitors each year.
The area is a regular stop for people travelling past Loch Lomond and through Glencoe, but the site has been struggling with safety and overcrowding issues.
The Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority announced on March 30 that the site would close for up to 12 weeks to carry out essential work.
During this time, visitors have been asked to avoid the site entirely, both on foot and by vehicle, and not to park in clearways along the busy A82. The authority warned that keeping the road clear is vital for safety and to allow construction to proceed smoothly.
The car park at the Falls of Falloch is prone to deep potholes and often overflows during peak periods. Drivers sometimes park dangerously along the main road or block each other in the tight spaces available. The improvements aim to tackle these issues and make the area safer for everyone.
But when the work is complete, the car park will feature redesigned bays and a dedicated turning area to reduce risky roadside manoeuvres.
Larger vehicles will be banned from parking by the Falls of Falloch
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Walking paths will be clearer and more durable, new protective barriers will be installed, and updated signage will help visitors navigate the site safely.
Stuart Mearns, Director of Place at the National Park Authority, said: “Falls of Falloch is a place many people care deeply about and want to visit. Its popularity has, over time, created a need for improvements to protect the site’s environment and ensure a safe visitor experience.
“These works are about ensuring a much-loved location can continue to welcome visitors while safeguarding the natural features that make it such an iconic part of the National Park.”
He explained that while the works are underway, visitors will be asked to avoid the site and not to stop or park on clearways along the A82 at any time.
The site is currently undergoing new parking improvements
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“Keeping the road clear reduces risk on what can be a very busy route and allows construction to progress smoothly,” he stated.
The new restrictions on large vehicles will help manage visitor numbers and keep the site running more efficiently, Mr Mearns said.
“When the site reopens, these improvements, including new restrictions on motorhomes, caravans and vehicles over six metres, will play a key role in managing visitor pressures and supporting a healthier, better-functioning site for years to come,” he added.
Visitors have been encouraged to use alternative nearby locations while the closure is in place, including Tarbet, Inveruglas, and the Dalrigh car park in Tyndrum. The National Park Authority will provide updates via signage at the site, its website, and social media channels.
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The Falls of Falloch project forms part of the Park Authority‘s wider Place Programme, which has invested £4.4million in improving infrastructure across the National Park since 2021.
This year, a further £1.2million will be spent on enhancing key visitor sites, including Tarbet and Balloch Pierhead, while the first phase of improvements at Rowardennan is also underway.
Mr Mearns added: “As part of our Place Programme, this project delivers long-term infrastructure investment that strengthens the site’s resilience, improves visitor safety and access, and supports the recovery of surrounding habitats.
“These works are about ensuring the Falls of Falloch can continue to be enjoyed safely, while protecting the natural features that make it such an iconic part of our National Park.”