Highlight • Lake
The Lochan of the Lost Sword
Hiking
4.9
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Mountain biking
5.0
(10)
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September 4, 2018
Hiking
It's said that a battle between Robert the Bruce and the Clan McDougall led to Robert the Bruce's man being forced to flee. As they passed this wee lochan, Robert called for them to cast their heavy weapons into the lochan.
Alongside the smaller swords of his men, Robert the Bruces meter-long claymore is thought to be resting at the bottom of this pond, guarded by the lady of the loch.
June 21, 2018
Hiking
According to legend, Robert the Bruce and his army threw their weapons into this small hole. This included Robert Bruce's long sword and according to legend, it is still here today.
•March 2, 2020
Mountain biking
It's said that a battle between Robert the Bruce and the Clan McDougall led to Robert the Bruce's man being forced to flee. As they passed this wee lochan, Robert called for them to cast their heavy weapons into the lochan.
Alongside the smaller swords of his men, Robert the Bruce's metre-long claymore is thought to be resting at the bottom of this pond, guarded by the lady of the loch.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Elevation 260 m
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