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Black Loch

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Black Loch

Craigdow Moor and the Craigdow Burn The Craigdow Burn snakes its way across Craigdow Moor.
Craigdow Moor and the Craigdow Burn Credit: David Baird

Black Loch is a picturesque freshwater loch located in Wigtownshire, Scotland. Stretching over an area of approximately 100 acres, it is nestled amidst the serene natural beauty of the Galloway Forest Park. The loch is situated at an elevation of 1,000 feet, making it one of the highest lochs in the region.

Surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests, Black Loch offers a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The loch is fed by several small streams, resulting in crystal-clear waters that teem with a variety of aquatic species. It is home to a rich biodiversity, including a wide range of fish such as brown trout, pike, and perch.

The surrounding area of Black Loch is abundant with wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Visitors can spot a plethora of bird species, including grebes, swans, herons, and ducks, as well as the occasional osprey soaring above the loch.

The loch is also a haven for water sports enthusiasts, offering opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Anglers can be seen casting their lines from the banks, hoping to catch a prized fish.

For those seeking a peaceful escape, Black Loch offers peaceful walks along its shores, with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The loch is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reed beds, wetlands, and freshwater marshes, creating a haven for various plant species and wildlife.

Overall, Black Loch is a beautiful and serene destination, offering a range of activities for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in the natural world.

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Black Loch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.878133/-4.606618 or Grid Reference NX3256. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Craigdow Moor and the Craigdow Burn The Craigdow Burn snakes its way across Craigdow Moor.
Craigdow Moor and the Craigdow Burn
The Craigdow Burn snakes its way across Craigdow Moor.
Craigdow A long abandoned farm lying on the moor southwest of Clugston Loch. It was noted to be in ruins on the 1850 6" OS map.
Craigdow
A long abandoned farm lying on the moor southwest of Clugston Loch. It was noted to be in ruins on the 1850 6" OS map.
Through the lunky hole A lunky hole is built in a drystone dyke to allow sheep to pass through it while holding back cattle. It can easily be blocked up with a small gate, board or stones. This one is in the dyke enclosing the old ruined farm of Craigdow.
Through the lunky hole
A lunky hole is built in a drystone dyke to allow sheep to pass through it while holding back cattle. It can easily be blocked up with a small gate, board or stones. This one is in the dyke enclosing the old ruined farm of Craigdow.
The Craigdow Burn The Craigdow Burn runs down from Craigdow Moor into the southern end of Clugston Loch.
The Craigdow Burn
The Craigdow Burn runs down from Craigdow Moor into the southern end of Clugston Loch.
Craigeach House View of this remote former agricultural college. This track at the back of the college leads on to Craigeach Fell.
Craigeach House
View of this remote former agricultural college. This track at the back of the college leads on to Craigeach Fell.
Craigeach House View of this former agricultural college which has seen better days.
Craigeach House
View of this former agricultural college which has seen better days.
Craigeach House Entrance gate to the farm yard and out buildings.
Craigeach House
Entrance gate to the farm yard and out buildings.
Craigeach House View along this long drive from the house down to a small single track road that runs through Mindork Moss.
Craigeach House
View along this long drive from the house down to a small single track road that runs through Mindork Moss.
Craiglarie Moss Moorland scene taken from a track near to Craigeach House. A single set of telegraph posts runs across the moor and along the side of Fell Loch just to the south of here.
Craiglarie Moss
Moorland scene taken from a track near to Craigeach House. A single set of telegraph posts runs across the moor and along the side of Fell Loch just to the south of here.
Craigeach The farm track to the left of picture leads to a gate left and through Craigeach wood to Craigeach House. Straight centre of picture is Craigeach Fell.
Craigeach
The farm track to the left of picture leads to a gate left and through Craigeach wood to Craigeach House. Straight centre of picture is Craigeach Fell.
Red Squirrel We currently have a healthy population of red squirrels in Galloway - in fact there seem to be more now than I can ever remember from years gone by. However the greys are beginning to encroach. Occasional individuals are turning up west of the River Cree, and their arrival often seems to be followed by the disappearance of the reds.
Red Squirrel
We currently have a healthy population of red squirrels in Galloway - in fact there seem to be more now than I can ever remember from years gone by. However the greys are beginning to encroach. Occasional individuals are turning up west of the River Cree, and their arrival often seems to be followed by the disappearance of the reds.
Greater spotted woodpecker
Greater spotted woodpecker
Red Squirrel We currently have a healthy population of red squirrels in Galloway - in fact there seem to be more now than I can ever remember from years gone by. However the greys are beginning to encroach. Occasional individuals are turning up west of the River Cree, and their arrival often seems to be followed by the disappearance of the reds.
Red Squirrel
We currently have a healthy population of red squirrels in Galloway - in fact there seem to be more now than I can ever remember from years gone by. However the greys are beginning to encroach. Occasional individuals are turning up west of the River Cree, and their arrival often seems to be followed by the disappearance of the reds.
Nuthatch Previously very scarce in Scotland, the nuthatch is gradually extending its range northwards - this is the first time I have seen them this far west in Dumfries and Galloway. Over the summer months I was lucky enough to be able to watch and photograph a pair of nuthatches and their offspring within this square.
Nuthatch
Previously very scarce in Scotland, the nuthatch is gradually extending its range northwards - this is the first time I have seen them this far west in Dumfries and Galloway. Over the summer months I was lucky enough to be able to watch and photograph a pair of nuthatches and their offspring within this square.
Gass Farm Track leading up to the farm south of Kirkcowan.
Gass Farm
Track leading up to the farm south of Kirkcowan.
Gass Wood View over to the wood taken from the farm road.
Gass Wood
View over to the wood taken from the farm road.
Gass Farm land at Gass with Auchness Hill on the horizon.
Gass
Farm land at Gass with Auchness Hill on the horizon.
Track to Gass View along to the main road which runs between Spittal and High Mindork with Doon Hill on the horizon.
Track to Gass
View along to the main road which runs between Spittal and High Mindork with Doon Hill on the horizon.
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Black Loch is located at Grid Ref: NX3256 (Lat: 54.878133, Lng: -4.606618)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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