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Carrick Castle is a 14th-century tower house on the west shore of Loch Goil on the Cowal Peninsula, in Argyll and Bute, west of Scotland. The castle was probably built by the Campbells in the last decades of the fourteenth century, at a point of time when the family was dominant in the area. It was used as a hunting lodge by James IV. Mary, Queen of Scots visited in 1563.

A 14th-century castle on the west shore of Loch Goil. The castle was initially built by the Campbell family, but is now currently under private ownership.

14th Century tower house probably built by the Campbell family. It was used as a hunting lodge by James IV and Mary, Queen of Scots, visited in 1563. It's undergoing renovation at the moment.

If heading north, don't miss the signpost near the top of the climb! This is the start of an brilliant steep singletrack descent to Loch Goil and then onto Carrick Castle. There were fallen trees that required lifting the bike in Sept 22.

Little bit of hicking

Lochgoilhead is a small village on the northern tip of Loch Goil that is surrounded by awe-inspiring west Highland scenery. The village is a hub for all kinds of outdoor enthusiasts. It has accommodation, shops, and options for food and drink.

Loch Goil is a picturesque sea loch surrounded by mountains. It runs into Loch Long and has the aptly-named village of Lochgoilhead at its head. There is a range of accommodation and activities around the lake and much wildlife to observe.

Great bivvy spot right by the loch, no sheep when we were there and safe from midges in spring and winter!