A ‘stay away’ warning has been issued to walkers heading to the iconic Conic Hill, near Balmaha, Stirlingshire, after Storm Eowyn caused widespread damage, including fallen trees.
Bosses at the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority are urging people to stay away from the popular route, which is currently closed off to the public.
A National Park spokesperson said: “Following significant damage caused by Storm Eowyn, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority is urging visitors to avoid Conic Hill, which is currently closed to public access.
“The storm’s extreme severity has resulted in a large number of fallen and damaged trees, making the public path unsafe. Fencing and signage have been put in place to inform visitors of the closure and provide guidance. We strongly advise the public to adhere to this guidance and avoid the site for their own safety.
“We recognise that Conic Hill is one of Scotland’s most popular hills, and we are working closely with our partners at Forestry and Land Scotland to assess the damage and carry out repairs. Our teams are working as quickly as possible to reopen the site once it is safe to do so.
“Before setting off, we advise visitors to check the latest updates from the Park Authority and Forestry and Land Scotland to plan their journey accordingly.”