Wood-fired sauna beside Loch Ard at sunset at Sweat and Soak Sauna

Sweat & Soak Sauna

Revive your senses with a wood-fired sauna on the shores of Loch Ard in the Trossachs.

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Interior of wood-fired sauna at Sweat and Soak Sauna on Loch Ard Loch Ard shoreline used for cold water dips at Sweat and Soak Sauna Sweat & Soak Sauna Sweat & Soak Sauna Calm evening view over Loch Ard at dusk near Sweat and Soak Sauna

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About this sauna

Set on the shores of Loch Ard in Kinlochard, Sweat and Soak Sauna is a wood-fired sauna offering a nature-led wellness experience within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.

Nestled near Ben Lomond, this off-grid sauna provides a space for relaxation, connection and shared ritual, with both private and communal sessions available.

What to expect

  • A wood-fired sauna set on the shores of Loch Ard
  • The option to move between heat and cold with dips in the loch
  • A social, lochside space to relax before and after your session
  • Complimentary refreshments including electrolytes, infused water and fruit
  • A mix of shared, private and guided ritual sauna experiences

Experiences and sessions

  • Shared sauna sessions for up to 6 people
  • Private sauna bookings available for groups
  • Ritual sauna sessions led by a Sauna Master
  • Sessions typically last 60 minutes, with ritual sessions lasting longer
  • Flexible access to the loch throughout your session

Plan your visit

Booking Book online in advance Getting there Located on the banks of Loch Ard in Kinlochard, around 10 minutes from Aberfoyle. The sauna sits opposite the Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel on the B829, next to Loch Ard Adventure Centre. Parking is available at the Forest Hills Hotel just across the road, with a short walk to the sauna. Facilities Access to Loch Ard for cold water dips Toilets Toilets not specified What to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Two towels (one to sit on, one to dry off)
  • Flip flops or sandals
  • Warm layers for after
  • Water bottle

What’s nearby

Set on the shores of the loch, with opportunities for wild swimming and waterside walks. Located close to Aberfoyle within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, and next to Loch Ard Adventure Centre.

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Before you go

If you’re new to wild saunas, these quick answers might help

Do you have to go in the water?

No — you can enjoy the sauna on its own.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes — you can take everything at your own pace.