Rob Roy's bathtub is a deep pool below the Falls of Falloch and relatively popular area for wild swimming near Crianlarich. It's right beside the A82 so in the summer holidays and on sunny days it can get very busy very quickly! I would recommend arriving early if you are visiting in the holidays or a sunny day.
Let’s not kid ourselves, here: Scotland is an incredibly wet place. But we’re not just talking about dreich rainy days.
Our stunning little country is home to more than 31,000 freshwater lochs. We’ve also got 11 major rivers, dozens of tributaries and over 150 waterfalls. Toss in a whopping 6,160 miles of gorgeous coastline, and you’re starting to get the idea: we’ve got a lot of water.
That’s part of the reason Scotland has rapidly risen to become the top spot on every wild swimmer’s bucket list.
But if you’re new to wild swimming and wondering how you can get involved, don’t worry. You don’t have to be a professional swimmer to enjoy Scotland’s wild waters.
There’s a special swimming location for everybody here in Scotland – and Stirling itself is a treasure-trove of secret swimming spots. But before we divulge some of those secrets, let’s talk basics.
This guide will walk you through what wild swimming is, why it’s so popular, important safety information you need to know and the top wild swimming spots in Stirling and the surrounding area.
