Lochs Of Scotland

Loch is a Scottish Gaelic word for a lake or fjord (cognate with the Irish Gaelic loch, which is anglicised as lough and with the older Welsh word for a lake. It has been estimated that there are at least 31,460 freshwater lochs (including lochans) in Scotland. There are many famous lochs in Scotland few are here. Loch Lomond: Located in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National park, loch Lomond is very well-know as it is easily accessed from both Glasgow and Edinburgh. Loch Ness: Maybe the most famous lochs in Scotland by name, the Loch Ness attracts the highest number of tourists intrigues by the legend of the Nessie Monster. Loch Tulla: Most people don’t remember its name, but Loch Tulla is photographed a lot. As you drive on the best road in Scotland A82 through Glencoe towards the isle of Skye, a viewpoint is clearly indicate with a large parking. Loch Leven (Glencoe): Located in the Glencoe area, Loch Leven is often overlooked as the main road goes on a bridge over it. Loch Coruisk: Accessible only by boat from Elgol or after a long hike, Loch Coruisk is on the West shore of the iconic Isle of Skye. Stuck between the black Cuillin Mountains and the sea, it offers magnificent views. Loch Shiel: Loch Shiel is a famous stop in Scotland on the ‘Road to the isles’. This long lake is overseen by the Glenfinnan monument. Loch Duich: The Eilean Donan Castle (one of the most photographed Scottish Castles) is located where 3 lochs meet. If you drive pas the castle towards the Isle of Skye, you get a fantastic view of the high peaks surrounding Loch Duich and the castle at its entrance. Loch Atriochtan: Loch Atriochtan is often overlooked in Glen Coe. A82 go through the magical landscapes. Towards the West the valley narrows and get filled with a small loch. I found this huge wall very impressive. Loch Etive: At the end of Glen Etive, a stunning valley you can drive through on a single lane road, you will be able to enjoy the magnificent Loch Etive. Loch Langaig: North of the Isle of Skye, past all the famous sites of Storr, Kilt Rock and Quiraing, lies hidden from the road the small loch Langaig. Loch Maree: In the Wester Ross region, North West of Scotland, Loch Maree is a long loch niched in the mountains. Loch Assynt: Almost 10km long, Loch Assynt is a freshwater loch, North West of Scotland. Loch Leathan: The name is not familiar, but because of its location, Loch Leathan is quite famous. As you can see it is a the foot of the Trotternish ridge with amazing views of the Old Man of Storr. Loch Katrine: It is not the most spectacular but it was made famous by the Sir Walter Scott steamship, which has been cruising its water for more than a century. Loch Alsh: Again, this one is not very famous by name but being on the road to access the isle of Skye, everyone gets really excited as they drive along Loch Alsh. Loch Awe: Located in the Argyll region, Loch Awe deserves its name. Towering summits and castle at one end and peaceful forest. Loch Broom: With the small town of Ullapool on a promontory in the middle, Loch Broom is considered one of the best lochs in Scotland by photographers. Loch of Stenness: No summits or incredible landscapes around Loch Stenness on the Orkney islands. But the place is of historical importance and home to major Unesco sites including the Standing Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar. Loch Tummel: The long loch Tummel has become famous thanks to a viewpoint named the Queen’s view of Scotland and considered one for the best in the region. Few other famous lochs : Loch Linnhe - Loch Lochy - Loch Oich - Loch Eilt - Loch Ailort - Loch nan Uamh - Loch Cluanie - Loch Ainort - Loch Slapin - Loch Carron - Loch a Chroisg - Loch Ewe - Lochan Fearna & the Drumbeg loop lochs - Loch a Chairn Bhain - Loch Eriboll - Loch Hope - Loch Humphery