Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Loch Craignish
In or near Ardfern.
Loch Craignish — sea loch on the mid-Argyll coast, Scotland.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Loch Craignish is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "sea loch on the mid-Argyll coast, Scotland". Coordinates: 56.1500°, -5.5667°.
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Place summary
Loch Craignish is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode PA31. It is characterised by its scenic views and rugged terrain, typical of the region's natural landscape. The area is popular for outdoor activities, including hiking and wildlife observation.
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Background
History
Loch Craignish was a crossroads for prehistoric settlers between Ireland and the Great Glen. A stone pier on the south of the peninsula was used by drovers from Jura and Knapdale.
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- Coordinates
- 56.1500, -5.5667
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA31 8QS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Sources
- wikidata: Q6664901 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Loch Craignish (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Loch Craignish from near Ormaig - geograph.org.uk - 157382.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Eilean Dubh
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Island Macaskin
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Craignish Castle
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Nearby
📷 3Chapels · Central Scotland
Kirkton Chapel
Kirkton Chapel — chapel in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Islands · Central Scotland
Eilean nan Gabhar
Eilean nan Gabhar — island in Loch Craignish, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.
📷 5Historic churches · Central Scotland
Craignish Chapel
Craignish Chapel — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Dùn Righ
Dùn Righ — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 55 m.
📷 3Islands · Central Scotland
Eilean Dubh
Eilean Dubh — island in Loch Craignish, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.
📷 5Islands · Central Scotland
Island Macaskin
Island Macaskin — island in Loch Craignish, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.
Where to eat & stay near Loch Craignish
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Ardfern Motorhome Park
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📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
Loch Melfort Hotel
Loch Melfort Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
Leachive Caravan Park
Leachive Caravan Park — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
Lochgilphead Caravan Park
Lochgilphead Caravan Park — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Castle Sween Holiday Park
Castle Sween Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Cairnbaan Hotel, Crinan Canal
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📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Tigh an Truish Inn
Tigh an Truish Inn — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch Craignish?
- Loch Craignish is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA31 8QS).
- What is Loch Craignish?
- Loch Craignish — sea loch on the mid-Argyll coast, Scotland.
- How do I get to Loch Craignish?
- Drivers can use postcode PA31 8QS.
- Is Loch Craignish free to visit?
- Yes, Loch Craignish is free to enter.
- How do I get to Loch Craignish?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA31 8QS. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.