Lakes · Central Scotland
Lochan Dubh
In or near Dunbeg.
Lochan Dubh — a lake in scotland highlands.
Hugh Venables — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Oban · 2.4 km
About
A British lake — freshwater body formed by glaciation, fluvial action or, where adjacent to populated areas, by deliberate damming.
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Place summary
Lochan Dubh is a lake located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its tranquil waters and natural surroundings. The area offers opportunities for walking and wildlife observation, typical of the rugged Highland landscape. Visitors can expect a serene environment, ideal for outdoor activities and enjoying the scenic beauty of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4322, -5.4623
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA34 5TU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Nearest railway station
- Oban — 2.4 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2650872 (CC BY 4.0)
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Ganavan Bay
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Pennyfuir Cemetery
Cemeteries · 0.3 km
Ganavan
Other places · 0.6 km
RAF Oban War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.8 km
Cnoc Càrnach
Mountains & hills · 0.9 km
Cnoc Carnach
Mountains & hills · 0.9 km
Ganavan Sands
Beaches · 0.9 km
Port na Mairt
Beaches · 0.9 km
Ganavan, Oban
Historic houses · 1.0 km
Clach na h-Ealtainne
Mountains & hills · 1.3 km
Little Ganavan Beach
Beaches · 1.3 km
Raven Path
Public art & sculpture · 1.3 km
Nearby
📷 5Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Ganavan Bay
Ganavan Bay — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
📷 4Cemeteries · Central Scotland
Pennyfuir Cemetery
Pennyfuir Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
📷 3📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
RAF Oban War Memorial
RAF Oban War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Cnoc Càrnach
Cnoc Càrnach — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 128 m.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Cnoc Carnach
Cnoc Carnach — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
Where to eat & stay near Lochan Dubh
Places to stay
📷 5Hostels · Central Scotland
Oban Backpackers Hostel
Oban Backpackers Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.
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📷 7B&Bs · Central Scotland
Kilchrenan House
Kilchrenan House — a bed-and-breakfast in scotland highlands.
📷 5Hostels · Central Scotland
Oban Youth Hostel
Oban Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.
📷 7Hotels · Central Scotland
Alexandra Hotel
Alexandra Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 7Hotels · Central Scotland
The Lancaster Hotel
The Lancaster Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
Places to eat & drink
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📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
King's Arms Flats, 28 George Street, Oban
King's Arms Flats, 28 George Street, Oban in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Caledonian Hotel, George Street, Oban
Caledonian Hotel, George Street, Oban in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Tigh an Truish Inn
Tigh an Truish Inn — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
📷 3Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Ardbrecknish House
Ardbrecknish House — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lochan Dubh?
- Lochan Dubh is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA34 5TU).
- What is Lochan Dubh?
- Lochan Dubh — a lake in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Lochan Dubh?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 2.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA34 5TU.
- How do I get to Lochan Dubh?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 2.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA34 5TU.