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Glenwhan Lochs

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Glenwhan Lochs

Old milestone This milestone is on the UC road from New Luce to the A75 at Castle Kennedy then it's westwards to Stranraer. The rhs has S/5. It has been painted by a Milestone Society member.
Old milestone Credit: Karl Logan

Glenwhan Lochs is a picturesque freshwater system nestled in the heart of Wigtownshire, a county in southwest Scotland. Comprising of a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh, this natural wonder offers a diverse and thriving ecosystem, making it a haven for wildlife and a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

The main attraction of Glenwhan Lochs is the lake, which spans a considerable area and is surrounded by lush vegetation. The lake's crystal-clear waters provide a home to a variety of aquatic species, such as fish, waterfowl, and amphibians. Its tranquil ambiance and scenic beauty make it an idyllic spot for fishing, boating, and bird-watching.

Adjacent to the lake is a smaller pool, characterized by its shallow depth and calm waters. This pool serves as a breeding ground for several species of water plants, attracting an array of insects, birds, and small mammals.

A charming pond can also be found within Glenwhan Lochs, known for its vibrant aquatic plant life and its role as a watering hole for local wildlife. Frogs, newts, and dragonflies are commonly spotted in and around this pond, adding to the area's biodiversity.

Lastly, the freshwater marsh completes the ecosystem of Glenwhan Lochs. This wetland area is abundant in reeds, rushes, and other marsh plants, providing an ideal habitat for a variety of bird species. Visitors can observe herons, swans, and ducks as they glide gracefully across the marsh's calm waters.

Glenwhan Lochs, with its diverse habitats and rich wildlife, is a natural marvel that showcases the beauty and importance of freshwater ecosystems. It offers a serene and captivating experience for those who seek to immerse themselves in Scotland's natural wonders.

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Glenwhan Lochs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.907431/-4.8871088 or Grid Reference NX1560. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old milestone This milestone is on the UC road from New Luce to the A75 at Castle Kennedy then it's westwards to Stranraer. The rhs has S/5. It has been painted by a Milestone Society member.
Old milestone
This milestone is on the UC road from New Luce to the A75 at Castle Kennedy then it's westwards to Stranraer. The rhs has S/5. It has been painted by a Milestone Society member.
Old milestone The Stranraer face of the milestone on the verge of the UC road from New Luce to the A75 at Castle Kennedy. This face is S/5, lhs N/4. Other milestones show 9 miles from New Luce to Stranraer.
Old milestone
The Stranraer face of the milestone on the verge of the UC road from New Luce to the A75 at Castle Kennedy. This face is S/5, lhs N/4. Other milestones show 9 miles from New Luce to Stranraer.
Heading towards Glenwhan Forest Walking along the Southern Upland Way as it approaches the entrance to Glenwhan Forest.
Heading towards Glenwhan Forest
Walking along the Southern Upland Way as it approaches the entrance to Glenwhan Forest.
You Can't Believe Everything You Read This information plaque on the Southern Upland Way informs us that the Standing Stones of Glenterrow are half a mile further up the road and in a field on the right, but actually, they are in a field on the left!
You Can't Believe Everything You Read
This information plaque on the Southern Upland Way informs us that the Standing Stones of Glenterrow are half a mile further up the road and in a field on the right, but actually, they are in a field on the left!
Flies on Hawkweed (Hieracium sp.) Three flies are having a snack on a Hawkweed flower. Hawkweed and Hawksbeard (Crepis sp.) are notoriously difficult and are given the delightful name of the "Hawkish Complex" by many eminent botanists.
Flies on Hawkweed (Hieracium sp.)
Three flies are having a snack on a Hawkweed flower. Hawkweed and Hawksbeard (Crepis sp.) are notoriously difficult and are given the delightful name of the "Hawkish Complex" by many eminent botanists.
The Southern Upland Way near Dam Wood
The Southern Upland Way near Dam Wood
The Southern Upland Way near Coburn Bridge
The Southern Upland Way near Coburn Bridge
The Southern Upland Way near Coburn Bridge
The Southern Upland Way near Coburn Bridge
The Southern Upland Way near Pinwherrie Farm
The Southern Upland Way near Pinwherrie Farm
The Southern Upland Way near Glenwhan Hill
The Southern Upland Way near Glenwhan Hill
The Southern Upland Way near Glenwhan Lochs
The Southern Upland Way near Glenwhan Lochs
The Southern Upland Way near Glenwhan Moor
The Southern Upland Way near Glenwhan Moor
The Southern Upland Way near Craig Burn
The Southern Upland Way near Craig Burn
Glenwhan Hill Glenwhan Hill is also known as the Eyes, which is a Scots word for springs or wells. The track is part of the Southern Upland Way.
Glenwhan Hill
Glenwhan Hill is also known as the Eyes, which is a Scots word for springs or wells. The track is part of the Southern Upland Way.
The Standing Stones of Glenterrow This is a small group of four standing stones with a fifth just visible at a distance to the upper left of the picture. A row of standing stones called the Stepping Stones of Glenterrow apparently ran in a roughly southerly direction for about a quarter of a mile, but by the beginning of the 20th century these had gradually sunk into the peat and were no longer visible. Glenterrow may be from 'gleann t-searrach' - the foal's glen.
The Standing Stones of Glenterrow
This is a small group of four standing stones with a fifth just visible at a distance to the upper left of the picture. A row of standing stones called the Stepping Stones of Glenterrow apparently ran in a roughly southerly direction for about a quarter of a mile, but by the beginning of the 20th century these had gradually sunk into the peat and were no longer visible. Glenterrow may be from 'gleann t-searrach' - the foal's glen.
Auchmantle farm
Auchmantle farm
Glenterrow Looking towards Artfield wind farm and beyond to Cairnsmore of Fleet.
Glenterrow
Looking towards Artfield wind farm and beyond to Cairnsmore of Fleet.
The Southern Upland Way The long distance footpath crosses the stile over the fence.
The Southern Upland Way
The long distance footpath crosses the stile over the fence.
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Glenwhan Lochs is located at Grid Ref: NX1560 (Lat: 54.907431, Lng: -4.8871088)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Also known as: Lochs of the Eyes

What 3 Words

///fled.contrived.dolphins. Near Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway

Nearby Locations

Glenwhan Lochs Glenwhan Moor Lochs of the Eyes

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