Balloch is a pituresque village located on the south edge of the shores of Loch Lomond. Balloch is taken from the gaelic 'bealach' which translates as mountain pass. This is likely to be in reference to the River Leven providing a pass between Loch Lomond and the Sea.

Balloch is historically famous for being animportant gateway for boats entering Loch Lomond during the 1800's. The Maid of the Loch, the last paddle steamer built in Britain, can be visited today at Balloch pier, on the shores of Loch Lomond. Sweeney's Cruises also provide a fleet of passenger boats which operate on the loch.

Balloch also hosts an annual folk festival during the month of July each year at the Moss O' Balloch Park in the centre of Balloch. Why not come along and sample the traditional Scottish Celidh atmosphere.

Balloch also has a railway station for easy access to Glasgow and central Scotland.

On the shores of Loch Lomond a visit to the Loch Lomond Shores is a complex is a must. Here you will find the world famous Jenners store, many quality Places to Eat and lots of events to suit everyone, including a weekly farmers market.
 

Also on site is the Loch Lomond Acquarium where you find many strange, beautiful and facinating creatures of the deep. Prepare for an astonishing close views of everything from humble starfish to mighty sharks, all in displays which carefully recreate their natural habitats. This magical attraction located at Loch Lomond Shores takes visitors on a journey from highland stream, via the depths of the loch, to the North Sea and onward to the Caribbean.