Reservoirs & lochs · Central Scotland
A83 road
Also known as: Rathad A83
In or near Cairndow.
A83 road in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Arrochar and Tarbet · 8.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
A83 road is a place of interest in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom — drawn from open-data sources for visitor reference. See the linked Wikipedia article for the full description.
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Official information
The A83 road is a scenic route that stretches across central Scotland, offering stunning landscapes including mountains, lochs, and glens. It serves as a gateway to various attractions in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, making it a popular choice for travelers exploring the region.
From the Wikipedia article
The A83 is a major road in the south of Argyll and Bute, Scotland, running from Tarbet, on the western shore of Loch Lomond, where it splits from the A82, to Campbeltown at the southern end of the Kintyre peninsula. The road is best known for its section across the Rest and be Thankful pass through the Arrochar Alps between the heads of Loch Long and Loch Fyne.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
- Coordinates
- 56.2267, -4.8569
- Nearest railway station
- Arrochar and Tarbet — 8.7 km
- Official site
- www.visitscotland.com
Sources
Other places nearby

Rest And Be Thankful
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Rest And Be Thankful Memorial Stone
Memorials & monuments · 0.1 km

Rest And Be Thankful Memorial Stone, Glen Croe
Memorials & monuments · 0.2 km

Loch Restil
National parks · 0.5 km

Beinn an Lochain
Mountains & hills · 1.2 km

Beinn an Lochain
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Beinn Luibhean
Mountains & hills · 1.4 km

Beinn Luibhean
Natural landmarks · 1.4 km

Easain Duibh
Waterfalls · 1.5 km

Butter Bridge
Historic bridges · 2.1 km

Glen Kinglas
Castles · 2.6 km

Arrochar Alps
National parks · 2.7 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is A83 road?
- A83 road is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is A83 road?
- A83 road in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to A83 road?
- The nearest railway station is Arrochar and Tarbet, about 8.7 km away. Its coordinates are 56.2267°, -4.8569°.
- Is A83 road free to visit?
- Yes, A83 road is free to enter.