Lakes · Scottish Lowlands
Loch Arthur
In or near Cargenbridge.
Loch Arthur — a lake in scotland lowlands.
Ann Cook — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British lake — freshwater body formed by glaciation, fluvial action or, where adjacent to populated areas, by deliberate damming.
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Protected designations
- Ramsar wetland: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Loch Arthur is a lake located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is notable for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. The area around the loch offers opportunities for walking and wildlife observation, making it a suitable spot for outdoor activities. Visitors can expect a serene landscape typical of Scotland's lowland regions.
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- Coordinates
- 55.0000, -3.7167
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG2 8JQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
Sources
- manual: geonames-2657008 (CC BY 4.0)
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Nearby
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Lochend Church Of Scotland
Lochend Church Of Scotland — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Beeswing War Memorial Hall
Beeswing War Memorial Hall — a memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Lotus Hill
Lotus Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Lochbank Hill
Lochbank Hill — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 215 m.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Lochbank Hill
Lochbank Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Camping Beeswing
Camping Beeswing — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
Where to eat & stay near Loch Arthur
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Camping Beeswing
Camping Beeswing — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Lowlands
Marthrown of Mabie
Marthrown of Mabie — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Lowlands
Marthrown of Mabie
Marthrown of Mabie — a hostel in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Brandedleys Touring Caravan, Camping Site & Holiday Lodges
Brandedleys Touring Caravan, Camping Site & Holiday Lodges — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 3Campsites · Scottish Lowlands
Barnsoul Caravan Park
Barnsoul Caravan Park — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
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Islecroft Caravan & Camping Park
Islecroft Caravan & Camping Park — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Queen O' The South Public House, 8-10 Nith Place, Dumfries
Queen O' The South Public House, 8-10 Nith Place, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
75 Friars Vennel, Dumfries
75 Friars Vennel, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Globe Inn, 56 High Street, Dumfries
The Globe Inn, 56 High Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Rob Roy Public House, 63-65 Queensberry Street, Dumfries
Rob Roy Public House, 63-65 Queensberry Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
73-77 English Street, Dumfries
73-77 English Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch Arthur?
- Loch Arthur is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG2 8JQ).
- What is Loch Arthur?
- Loch Arthur — a lake in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Loch Arthur?
- Drivers can use postcode DG2 8JQ.
- Is Loch Arthur a protected site?
- Yes — Loch Arthur is part of the Upper Solway Flats & Marshes Ramsar wetland.
- How do I get to Loch Arthur?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG2 8JQ. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway parliamentary constituency.