This lake, surrounded by hills and munros, is like something out of a postcard - extremely picturesque! I was lucky enough to be wild camping here and was treated to the THE MOST AWESOME sunrise. It is superbly beautiful. In the morning or late evening it is also super quiet and serene. Looking to get away from it all? Come here (you won't get away from swarms of flies in the morning, though)!

Wandering Cloud

August 26, 2019

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MarkW

August 6, 2023

Mountain biking

Please consult the large notice board at the trailhead. This is a commercial forest and currently, timber harvesting is taking place along the southern flank of the Loch (hence tha …

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Location: Cree Valley, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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