Loch Assynt is a freshwater loch situated in a spectacular setting between the heights of Canisp, Quinag and Beinn Uidhe. It receives the outflow from Lochs Awe, Maol a' Choire and Leitir Easaich. It discharges into the sea at Loch Inver, via the river Inver.
The loch is 9.65 kilometres long, about 1.5 kilometres in breadth and the maximum depth is 86 metres. It's total area is approximately 800 hectares while its drainage basin is over 111 square kilometres.
There is excellent fishing for trout, sea-trout and salmon.
Ardvreck Castle, once held by the MacLeods and Mackenzies, occupies a promontory on the north shore, west of Inchnadamph.
Categories
Geology
Opening Times
Always open
Location Information
Area: North West Sutherland
OS Grid Reference: NC 232 242
Accessibility Information
Rough walking. Please adhere to the Outdoor Access Code.