Loch Leven
KinrossOpenSee opening timesEnjoy fabulous views over the loch and surrounding hills, take on one of our family wildlife challenges or join us for a Big Wild Pyjama Party with a camp fire and looking for bats. You can take a walk in the woods too.
About
Loch Leven nature reserve is a haven for families, nature lovers and wildlife watchers alike. Set on the southern shore of the loch, the reserve is home to Swallows and breeding waders in spring and summer, migratory geese and Whooper Swans in autumn, and woodland birds all year round. Red Squirrels are regularly seen around the visitor centre and woodland areas, while dragonflies and bees enjoy the ponds and wild flower meadow in the warmer months.
There are plenty of trails to explore including the Wetland Trail with bird hides, a steep woodland hill trail and an accessible, gentle Leafy Loop walk. Visitors can relax in the picnic area overlooking the loch and surrounding hills.
Families can hire pond dipping kits, explorer backpacks and binoculars, and we also run a programme of self-led trails and events to suit the whole family.
The accessible visitor centre has an RSPB shop and a cafe serving freshly prepared and organic food, with friendly staff and volunteers to welcome you. The toilet facilities include a Changing Places toilet, and we have two mobility scooters available for visitors to hire. The car park has EV charging points and Blue Badge bays.
Download our trail map, to help you plan your visit.
At a glance
Car park open 24hrs a day. - 100 spaces. - 7 Blue Badge spaces. Rolled stone surface with adverse camber. Partially lit - Car park charges apply 24/7. - Payment by machine via cash or contactless. 12 7 kWh charging points for Electric Vehicles. There's no connection fee and the first 15 minutes of charge are free, with a charge of 27p per kWh thereafter. 2 of the charging points are for Blue Badge holders.
Changing Places toilet. Accessible toilet with baby change facility.
Two family toilets with baby change facility.
Wildlife Garden, close to visitor centre, accessed by wide, gently sloping and surfaced path. - Wetland and Loch Leven Heritage Trails reached from the visitor centre by a fully accessible sloping tarmac path and underpass. - Leafy Loop: perfect for a breath of fresh air, this quarter-mile (450m) wheelchair-friendly woodland loop is great for exploring the changing seasons. - Visitor centre, cafe and shop accessible.
Wildlife Garden, close to visitor centre, accessed by wide, gently sloping and surfaced path. - Wetland and Loch Leven Heritage Trails reached from the visitor centre by a fully accessible sloping tarmac path and underpass. - Leafy Loop: perfect for a breath of fresh air, this quarter-mile (450m) wheelchair-friendly woodland loop is great for exploring the changing seasons. - Visitor centre, cafe and shop accessible. - Mobility scooters and manual wheelchairs available for hire free-of-charge (during visitor centre opening hours – please book in advance by telephoning the reserve on 01577 862355).
Toilet block in main courtyard at ground level. All toilets are individual cubicles with their own handwashing facilities.
BBQs are a fire risk, endangering other people and the precious wildlife and habitats here. They are not permitted on the reserve at any time.
Holiday opening hours
Contact Loch Leven
lochleven@rspb.org.uk RSPB Scotland Loch Leven, Kinross, Perth and Kinross, KY13 9LX 01577 862355