{"id":1213,"date":"2023-06-28T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-28T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/10-best-lochs-in-scotland-you-must-visit\/"},"modified":"2025-11-05T10:16:26","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T10:16:26","slug":"10-best-lochs-in-scotland-you-must-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/10-best-lochs-in-scotland-you-must-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"10 best lochs in Scotland you must visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t<header id=\"block_d13b903930d07d07d3067fc09ba442df\" class=\"SingleHero skip-lazy default\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"container\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"SingleHero__categories\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/tag\/os-champion\/\" class=\"category\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPosts from OS Champions\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/activities\/places-to-go\/\" class=\"category\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPlaces to go\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"SingleHero__title\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t10 best lochs in Scotland you must visit\t\t\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"row justify-content-center align-items-center SingleHero__author\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-auto avatar\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/lisa-drewe-150x150.jpg\" class=\"avatar wp-post-image\" alt=\"lisa drewe\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-auto name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBy Lisa Drewe\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"SingleHero__meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tPublished on \t\t\t\t\t\t<time datetime=\"2023-06-28T00:00:00+00:00\" itemprop=\"datePublished\">June 28, 2023<\/time>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dot\"><\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t7 min read\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"SingleHero__thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1920x375.jpg\" class=\"attachment-hd size-hd wp-post-image\" alt=\"best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1920x375.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-300x59.jpg 300w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1024x200.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-768x150.jpg 768w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1536x300.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-2048x400.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/best-lochs-in-scotland-hero2.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1376x269.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/header>\n\n\t\n\n\n\t\t<article id=\"block_a73ff834c86e1331d812cbd3cea7c602\" class=\"Universal Universal--post c-small default pt-default pb-default mt-none mb-none    \" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"container\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"InnerBlocks\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"lead\"><\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-best-lochs-in-scotland-you-must-visit\">10 best lochs in Scotland you must visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From the island-rich Loch Maree and the secluded beaches of Loch Morar, OS Champion, Lisa Drewe, reveals her 10 best lochs in Scotland you must visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>From the&nbsp;the deep turquoise mountain lochan amidst the Cairngorm peaks to the&nbsp;wild shores of&nbsp;remote&nbsp;Loch Affric, Scottish Lochs are out outdoor lover&#8217;s dream.&nbsp;So, why not take a trip to Scotland and&nbsp;enjoy peaceful&nbsp;loch side walks, epic mountain bike trails, paddles and swims to last a lifetime. Here are some of the most memorable lochs in Scotland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-loch-coruisk\">1. Loch Coruisk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-isle-of-skye\">Isle of Skye<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.212867&amp;lon=-6.168909&amp;zoom=10.5371&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/loch-coruisk,-isle-of-skye3.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Coruisk Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Loch Coruisk <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The jagged peaks of the Black Cuillin mountains form an impressive horseshoe around this freshwater loch that lies at the foot of an ancient volcano. Lying just a few feet above sea level with a short river that connects it to the sea, the reflections of the surrounding peaks in the clear waters are extraordinarily beautiful on a clam day. Loch Coruisk can be accessed via a 25km return walk from Sligachan; from Camasunary bothy via the notorious \u2018Bad Step\u2019; or by boat from Elgol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.212867&amp;lon=-6.168909&amp;zoom=10.5371&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loch Coruisk in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-skye-cuillin-hills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS paper map for\u200b Loch Coruisk: Explorer 411 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-loch-trool\">2. Loch Trool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dumfries-and-galloway\">Dumfries and Galloway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=55.086648&amp;lon=-4.497911&amp;zoom=14.5235&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/best-lochs-in-scotland-loch-trool2.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Trool Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Loch Trool<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The jewel of the Galloway Forest Park, with waterfalls tumbling down wooded hillsides, conifer forest filled with the jackhammer sounds of woodpeckers, and red deer roaming through ancient woods this is also the site of a historic bloody battle. Commemorated today by a cairn, and its memory soothed by the loch\u2019s tranquil waters, you can swim, paddle, camp, walk the loch circuit, mountain bike the marked trails or enjoy the stars in one of Europe\u2019s Dark Skies Parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=55.086648&amp;lon=-4.497911&amp;zoom=14.5235&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loch Trool in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-galloway-forest-park-north\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS paper map for Loch Trool: Explorer 318 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-loch-affric\">3. Loch Affric<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-scottish-highlands\">Scottish Highlands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.252963&amp;lon=-5.061890&amp;zoom=13.4448&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/best-lochs-in-scotland-loch-affric.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Affric Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Loch Affric<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Surrounded by mountains and home to the largest swathe of Scotland\u2019s ancient Caledonian forest, the landscape around the freshwater loch is truly stirring and offers a wonderful sense of isolation and wilderness in what many believe is Scotland\u2019s most beautiful loch. Sitting within a National Nature Reserve that\u2019s home to the rare pine martin, Scottish wildcat, otter, red squirrel, osprey and golden eagle you can walk the loch\u2019s rugged circuit, explore by paddleboard or enjoy many of the nearby mountain bike trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.252963&amp;lon=-5.061890&amp;zoom=13.4448&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Loch Affric in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-glen-affric-glen-moriston\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS paper map for Loch Affric: Explorer 415 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-loch-muick\">4. Loch Muick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-aberdeenshire\">Aberdeenshire<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=56.934400&amp;lon=-3.165225&amp;zoom=13.7253&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/best-lochs-in-scotland-loch-muick.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Muick Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Loch Muick<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Part of the Balmoral Estate, and a royal favourite, this upland freshwater loch is surrounded by Munros, including Lochnagar, with its sheer 200m cliffs, and a fabulous walk around the whole loch to enjoy its wild landscape and spot numerous red deer and grouse. The impressive hunting lodge on the western end of the loch\u2019s north shore is Glas-allt-Shiel, once the retreat for Queen Victoria after she lost her beloved Albert. One of its outhouses is now a bothy, used as a base for those climbing Lochnagar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=56.934400&amp;lon=-3.165225&amp;zoom=13.7253&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loch Muick in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-lochnagar-glen-muick-glen-clova\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS paper map for Loch Muick: Explorer 53 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-lochs-hurray-and-stenness\">5. Lochs Hurray and Stenness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-orkney\">Orkney<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=59.042943&amp;lon=-3.240056&amp;zoom=12.1556&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/best-lochs-in-scotland-loch-harray.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Hurray Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Loch Hurray<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Two beautiful lochs close to the port of Stromness, whose shores hold some of the most impressive archaeology in the UK. Separated by a thin strip of land, the Loch of Stenness is connected to the sea whilst the Loch of Harray is Orkney\u2019s largest loch. Their shores are home to Neolithic standing stones, tombs and village remains, prehistoric stone circles, and Viking graffiti. Views stretch to the Hills of Hoy and wildlife abounds with wildfowl and even otters. The adventurous can paddleboard from the charming village of Stromness along the coastline to the Loch of Stenness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=59.042943&amp;lon=-3.240056&amp;zoom=12.1556&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lochs Hurray and Stenness in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-orkney-west-mainland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS paper map for Lochs Hurray and Stenness: Explorer 463 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-loch-morar\">6. Loch Morar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lochaber-highlands\">Lochaber, Highlands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=56.954557&amp;lon=-5.717630&amp;zoom=11.7292&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/best-lochs-in-scotland-loch-morar.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Morar Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p> Loch Morar<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The deepest freshwater loch in the UK, popular with swimmers and paddlers who explore the woods and secluded beaches of islands. The beautiful lochside trails and long distance paths that wind through the wild and mountainous surroundings are also a firm favourite for hikers. Featuring in Harry Potter films for close-up shots of Hogwarts Lake, the region\u2019s star quality extends to the Silver Sands of Morar &#8211; a string of beautiful golden sand beaches at the loch\u2019s western end &#8211; famed for their Small Isles views. Watch out for Morag though, the loch\u2019s very own sea monster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=56.954557&amp;lon=-5.717630&amp;zoom=11.7292&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loch Morar in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-loch-morar-mallaig\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS Paper map for Loch Morar: Explorer 398 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-loch-tummel\">7. Loch Tummel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-perth-and-kinross\">Perth and Kinross<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=56.712720&amp;lon=-3.928848&amp;zoom=12.3079&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/best-lochs-in-scotland-loch-tummel.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Tummel Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Loch Tummel<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A long, narrow freshwater loch surrounded by the wooded hills of Highland Perthshire with plenty of opportunities to paddle, bike, walk, swim and camp. Often described as offering the finest view in Scotland, The Queen&#8217;s View looks up Loch Tummel to Schiehallion &#8211; one of the easiest Munros to climb and one of Scotland&#8217;s best known hills. There\u2019s a cafe and information centre for Tay Forest Park, the home of rare wildlife including the capercaillie, black grouse, red squirrels, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=56.712720&amp;lon=-3.928848&amp;zoom=12.3079&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loch Tummel in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-pitlochry-loch-tummel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS Paper map for Loch Tummel: Explorer 49 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-loch-suaineabhal\">8. Loch Suaineabhal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-isle-of-lewis-outer-hebrides\">Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=58.158065&amp;lon=-6.986267&amp;zoom=12.9279&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/best-lochs-in-scotland-loch-suainabhal.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Suaineabhal Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Loch Suaineabhal<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At the foot of the rounded mountain of Suainebhal, and surrounded by the Uig Hills, this freshwater loch points northwards to the stunningly beautiful sands of Uig Bay. Accessed from a single-track road it is off-the-beaten-path but well worth the effort for a swim or paddle in a truly wild place, and is one of the best freshwater lochs to do so in the Outer Hebrides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=58.158065&amp;lon=-6.986267&amp;zoom=12.9279&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loch Suaineabhal in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-west-lewis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS Paper map for Loch Suaineabhal: Explorer 458 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-loch-maree\">9. Loch Maree<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wester-ross\">Wester Ross<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.686109&amp;lon=-5.501955&amp;zoom=11.1576&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/best-lochs-in-scotland-loch-maree.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Loch Maree\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Loch Maree<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Scotland&#8217;s most beautiful lochs with breathtaking views of its forty scattered wooded islands and two mighty munros &#8211; the formidable-looking Slioch that towers above the north shore, with Beinn Eighe on the south. Part of the UK&#8217;s oldest National Nature Reserve, the area offers plenty of activities for hillwalkers, paddlers, mountain bikers and campers. Nearby, Poolewe is a great village to explore, and part of the North Coast 500 road route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.686109&amp;lon=-5.501955&amp;zoom=11.1576&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Loch Maree in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.osmaps.com\/map-of-torridon-beinn-eighe-liathach\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">OS Paper map for Loch Maree: Explorer 433 <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-an-lochan-uaine\">10. 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