Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Loch Gilp
In or near Ardrishaig.
Loch Gilp — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
David Purchase — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Loch Gilp is a named natural feature in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Loch Gilp is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its scenic waters and surrounding landscapes. The loch is part of the Crinan Canal system and plays a role in the local ecosystem. Visitors can expect picturesque views and opportunities for outdoor activities typical of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0174, -5.4375
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA30 8DZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Sources
- manual: geonames-2648648 (CC BY 4.0)
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Ardrishaig harbour
Marinas · 0.7 km
Ardrishaig War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.7 km
Ardrishaig
Towns & cities · 0.8 km
Loch Gilp
Mountains & hills · 0.9 km
Glengilp distillery
Distilleries · 0.9 km
Kilmory
Villages · 1.3 km
Kilmory Castle
Castles · 1.4 km
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📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
John Smith Memorial
John Smith Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Memorial to Rev James Chalmers
Memorial to Rev James Chalmers — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Piers · Central Scotland
Pier, Ardrishaig Harbour
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📷 3Museums · Central Scotland
The Egg Shed
The Egg Shed — a museum in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
The Kelpies miniature
The Kelpies miniature — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Where to eat & stay near Loch Gilp
Places to stay
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Leachive Caravan Park
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📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
Glendaruel Caravan & Camping Park
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Castle Sween Holiday Park
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Strathlachlan Caravan Park
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Places to eat & drink
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch Gilp?
- Loch Gilp is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA30 8DZ).
- What is Loch Gilp?
- Loch Gilp — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Loch Gilp?
- Drivers can use postcode PA30 8DZ.
- How do I get to Loch Gilp?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA30 8DZ. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.