Scotland's wild side
Our top things to do in Perthshire
Published on 05/02/2024, 10:35
If you're looking for somewhere to return to time and time again then it has to be Perthshire. The region ,also nicknamed Big Tree Country, is famous for its extensive woodlands, majestic lochs, mighty rivers and the breathtaking Scottish Highland mountains. It is a place where you can fully immerse yourself in the great outdoors come rain or shine, be it winter or summer. With so much on offer we have pulled together our top favourite things to do in Perthshire, we hope they inspire you!
There's so much to explore
Take A Hike
One of the best ways to uncover any new destination is on foot and Perthshire is no exception. In fact the region is home to a plethora of walking routes from gentle lochside strolls to more adventurous hikes and trails, winding up steep mountains with the reward of sweeping views stretching for miles. So make sure you pack some comfy walking shoes or boots because walking here is absolutely one of the best things to do, its free, your dog can join you and the landscape here is simply unrivalled.
Tee Off
No visit to Scotland would be complete without picking up a golf club and with Perthshire home to some of the finest courses in Scotland, it's not surprising we have included this on our top things to do in Perthshire list. Each course here promises stunning scenery with well-kept greens as well as fascinating history. There are plenty of golf courses close to each of our parks in the region so whether you stay at Braidhaugh Holiday Park, Loch Tay Highland Lodges or Cruachan Farm, you can have a go to see if you're pitch-perfect.
Enjoy A Safari
Having won the acclaimed title of 'Best Visitor Experience in Scotland', these exhilarating Land Rover 4x4 safaris offer an incredibly exhilirating way to experience the wild side of the Scottish Highlands. For a little less action you can explore the Red Deer Centre, enjoying close encounters including the chance to feed these gentle creatures.
Get On The Water
To experience the Scottish Highlands from a different angle we recommend taking a boat trip with Loch Tay Safari's offering a fun way to do this. Their RIB safari's are a chance to skim across one of Scotland's deepest lochs allowing you to take in the true majesty of this beautiful body of water. It is also possible to hire boats directly from our marina at Loch Tay Highlands lodges along with kayaks and SUP tours from our onsite activity provider, In Your Element.
Hit The Slopes
If you stay with us during the winter months then you can enjoy the snow at Glencoe Mountain just an hour away from Loch Tay and Cruachan. Home to the longest and steepest ski run in Scotland, there's plenty of fun to be had here whether you're a novice or experienced skier, you can even have a go at sledging! And at the end of the day, cosy up in front of the fire back at your Largo Leisure lodge or soothe aches in a bubbling hot tub as the snow glitters around you.
Laurie
Stayed at Letham Feus, July 2025
★★★★★
Excellent lodge accommodation, where we enjoyed a fabulous family break.
Staff were very friendly, and kids loved using the hot tub. Dog friendly too.
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