Loch Craignish
Loch Craignish is a sea loch on the mid-Argyll coast.
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Geography
Loch Craignish lies between Oban and the Crinan Canal.[1] Its opens into the Sound of Jura and provides a safe anchorage for small craft.[2]
Several islands lie within the loch, the largest being Eilean Rìgh, Eilean Mhic Chrion and Island Macaskin. The village of Ardfern lies on its northwestern shore.
History
Loch Craignish was a crossroads for prehistoric settlers between Ireland and the Great Glen.[2] A stone pier on the south of the peninsula was used by drovers from Jura and Knapdale.
Footnotes
- "Loch Craignish, Argyll". Am Baile. Retrieved 14 November 2009.
- "Western Highlands: Loch Craignish, Argyll". Scotland's Colours. Retrieved 14 November 2009.
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