The East of ITDMG comprises part of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Included within the ITDMG area there are also many designated sites including Ben Lui SSSI, Ben Lui SAC, Ben Vorlich SSSI and Garabal Hill SSSI. 21770ha of the ITDMG is covered by The Glen Etive and Glen Fyne SPA designated for breeding Golden Eagles. There are also nine sites classified for their woodland interest or woodland flora including Broadleaved Woodland Sites, Native Pinewoods and Ancient Woodlands. Sites also exist for the protection of Lochs, Wetlands, Birds, and Geological interests.
