Loch Eck, Lake in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, United Kingdom

Loch Eck is a freshwater lake in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, stretching along a valley floor with steep, wooded hills on both sides. The water runs long and narrow, and a single road follows its eastern shore, giving frequent views across the surface to the opposite bank.

Loch Eck was formed by glacial action during the last ice age, which carved out the deep valley it now fills. In the past, a ferry crossed the water to connect the shores before the road was built along the eastern side.

The name Loch Eck comes from Gaelic, and the area around it has long been associated with travel between the lowlands and the west coast. Today, the eastern shore road is used by locals going about their daily business, and the lake is a familiar landmark on the way to places like Dunoon.

The road along the eastern shore is narrow in places, with few passing spots, so drivers should take their time and watch for oncoming traffic. Walkers can use the same road for access, but there are no formal paths around the entire lake, so plan to turn back at some point.

The lake is home to a rare type of fish called the powan, which is found in only a few other lakes in Scotland. This small fish is a leftover from the time when the sea covered the area, and it has adapted to life in fresh water.