Rubha Ban

Landscape Feature in Dunbartonshire

Scotland

Rubha Ban

Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond — Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond Credit: Steven Brown

Rubha Ban, located in Dunbartonshire, Scotland, is a stunning landscape feature that boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding area. This promontory juts out into the Firth of Clyde, offering panoramic vistas of the water and the nearby islands.

The rugged cliffs of Rubha Ban are a striking contrast to the calm waters below, creating a dramatic and picturesque scene. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds and seals, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and nature enthusiasts.

Visitors to Rubha Ban can explore the rocky coastline and enjoy leisurely walks along the shoreline. The area is also popular for fishing and boating, with opportunities to catch a variety of fish in the waters of the Firth of Clyde.

Overall, Rubha Ban is a tranquil and scenic destination that offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of the Scottish coastline. Whether you're looking to relax and take in the views or explore the rugged landscape, Rubha Ban is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit.

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Rubha Ban Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.180949/-4.6887786 or Grid Reference NN3301. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond

Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond

Lay-by on the A82 near Firkin Point

Lay-by on the A82 near Firkin Point

A82 near Firkin Point

A82 near Firkin Point

Lay-by for wide loads on the A82

Lay-by for wide loads on the A82

Old alignment of the A82 at Loch Lomond

Old alignment of the A82 at Loch Lomond

A82, southbound The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long.
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A82, southbound

The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long. Link

A82, northbound The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long.
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A82, northbound

The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long. Link

A82, Hollybank The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long.
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A82, Hollybank

The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long. Link

The West Highland Way north of Ptarmigan Lodge Easy walking on this section of the path.

The West Highland Way north of Ptarmigan Lodge

Easy walking on this section of the path.

An easy section of the West Highland Way Straightforward walking up the east of Loch Lomond towards Inversnaid.

An easy section of the West Highland Way

Straightforward walking up the east of Loch Lomond towards Inversnaid.

Steep birch woods above Loch Lomond Viewed from the West Highland Way.

Steep birch woods above Loch Lomond

Viewed from the West Highland Way.

Track junction A minor forest track drops to the left towards the shore of the loch. The West Highland Way continues ahead.

Track junction

A minor forest track drops to the left towards the shore of the loch. The West Highland Way continues ahead.

At Firkin Point More than one photographer was there on our mid-August visit to Loch Lomond.

At Firkin Point

More than one photographer was there on our mid-August visit to Loch Lomond.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Loch Lomond View Viewed from the old A82 which now provides a loch-side path for walkers and cyclists.

Loch Lomond View

Viewed from the old A82 which now provides a loch-side path for walkers and cyclists.

Mary and Angus Hogg

The Bonnie, Bonnie Banks This view shows how the bonnie banks inspired the famous song about Loch Lomond.

The Bonnie, Bonnie Banks

This view shows how the bonnie banks inspired the famous song about Loch Lomond.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Woodland View Peeping through the leaves of oak and birch in the ancient woodland alongside Loch Lomond.

Woodland View

Peeping through the leaves of oak and birch in the ancient woodland alongside Loch Lomond.

Mary and Angus Hogg

West Loch Lomond Cycle Path

West Loch Lomond Cycle Path

Elliott Simpson

Northbound A82, South of Tarbet

Northbound A82, South of Tarbet

Elliott Simpson

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Rubha Ban is located at Grid Ref: NN3301 (Lat: 56.180949, Lng: -4.6887786)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Rubha Dubh

Natural: cape

Lat/Long: 56.1782362/-4.6832184

Rubha Bàn

Natural: cape

Lat/Long: 56.1808697/-4.6885077

Hollybank

Name Gd: Croit a’ Cladaich

Place: isolated_dwelling

Lat/Long: 56.1841259/-4.6940759

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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