Loch Craignish

Loch Craignish is a sea loch on the mid-Argyll coast.

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.^[3]

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.