Black Loch

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Black Loch

The Southern Upland Way near Castle Kennedy
The Southern Upland Way near Castle Kennedy Credit: Dave Kelly

Black Loch is a small freshwater loch located in Wigtownshire, Scotland. Situated near the village of Bladnoch, it covers an area of approximately 20 hectares and is surrounded by a diverse range of habitats, including marshes, wetlands, and woodlands. The loch is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers due to its rich biodiversity.

The loch itself is deep and has a dark appearance, hence its name. It is fed by several small streams and its water is predominantly freshwater, making it suitable for a variety of aquatic species. The surrounding marshes and wetlands provide important breeding areas for a wide range of waterfowl, including ducks, geese, and swans.

The loch is also home to a variety of fish species, such as brown trout and pike, attracting anglers from the local area. The dense vegetation around the loch's edges provides shelter and nesting sites for many bird species, including reed warblers and sedge warblers.

The area surrounding Black Loch is well-maintained and offers a number of amenities for visitors, such as walking trails, picnic areas, and bird hides for observing the wildlife. The loch is easily accessible by car and there is ample parking available nearby.

Overall, Black Loch is a tranquil and picturesque location, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and appreciate the diverse flora and fauna that call this freshwater habitat home.

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Black Loch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.913071/-4.946111 or Grid Reference NX1161. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Southern Upland Way near Castle Kennedy
The Southern Upland Way near Castle Kennedy
Toilet Block At Castle Kennedy Gardens, located at the car park.
Toilet Block
At Castle Kennedy Gardens, located at the car park.
Castle Ruin At Castle Kennedy Gardens, viewed from the car park in early February (5th).
Castle Ruin
At Castle Kennedy Gardens, viewed from the car park in early February (5th).
Car Park, Castle Kennedy Gardens With view of the old Castle, seen in early February (5th).
Car Park, Castle Kennedy Gardens
With view of the old Castle, seen in early February (5th).
Bridge over Canal At Castle Kennedy Gardens, viewed in early February (5th).
Bridge over Canal
At Castle Kennedy Gardens, viewed in early February (5th).
Canal, Castle Kennedy Gardens From the road bridge, canal leading to the Black Loch, viewed in early February (5th).
Canal, Castle Kennedy Gardens
From the road bridge, canal leading to the Black Loch, viewed in early February (5th).
Canal, Castle Kennedy Gardens From the road bridge, canal leading to the White Loch, viewed in early February (5th).
Canal, Castle Kennedy Gardens
From the road bridge, canal leading to the White Loch, viewed in early February (5th).
Snowdrops, Castle Kennedy Gardens Viewed in early February (5th).
Snowdrops, Castle Kennedy Gardens
Viewed in early February (5th).
Entrance to Castle Kennedy Gardens The bridge through the gate is over the canal. Viewed in early February (5th).
Entrance to Castle Kennedy Gardens
The bridge through the gate is over the canal. Viewed in early February (5th).
Exit Road from Castle Kennedy Gardens This is a new one way system.
Exit Road from Castle Kennedy Gardens
This is a new one way system.
No Entry One Way This was the old way out but now change to a new one way system.
No Entry One Way
This was the old way out but now change to a new one way system.
Coach Park At Castle Kennedy Gardens.
Coach Park
At Castle Kennedy Gardens.
Snowdrops, Castle Kennedy Gardens At the Main Entrance Gate. Viewed in early February (5th).
Snowdrops, Castle Kennedy Gardens
At the Main Entrance Gate. Viewed in early February (5th).
Snowdrops, Castle Kennedy Gardens Viewed in early February (5th).
Snowdrops, Castle Kennedy Gardens
Viewed in early February (5th).
Road Bridge over Canal At Castle Kennedy Gardens, canal links the Black Loch with the White Loch. Viewed in early February (5th).
Road Bridge over Canal
At Castle Kennedy Gardens, canal links the Black Loch with the White Loch. Viewed in early February (5th).
Snowdrops by the Canal At Castle Kennedy Gardens. Viewed in early February (5th).
Snowdrops by the Canal
At Castle Kennedy Gardens. Viewed in early February (5th).
Bridge over the Canal At Castle Kennedy Gardens. Viewed in early February (5th).
Bridge over the Canal
At Castle Kennedy Gardens. Viewed in early February (5th).
Road to the Castle Signs says Tea Room & Parking. Viewed in early February (5th).
Road to the Castle
Signs says Tea Room & Parking. Viewed in early February (5th).
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Black Loch is located at Grid Ref: NX1161 (Lat: 54.913071, Lng: -4.946111)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Also known as: Loch Crindil

What 3 Words

///ending.thick.delighted. Near Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway

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