Loch Turret, lake, in 1964 dammed as a reservoir, in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK, on the Turret Burn
Loch Turret is a large freshwater reservoir in Perth and Kinross with a surface area of around 430 acres and stretches about 2 miles long and half a mile wide. The water is clear and can appear very calm on sunny days, while the shoreline is covered with grasses and bushes and extends roughly 8 km around the water.
The water body started as a natural lake roughly a mile long and was later transformed into a reservoir by a dam to store water for nearby communities. This conversion helped control water flow and supported local farming and brewing traditions.
The lake is a quiet place where locals enjoy spending time in nature and pursuing simple outdoor activities like walking and bird watching. The open landscape and lack of development have helped preserve its peaceful character.
The area is easily accessible by country roads and offers good opportunities for walking along the shoreline, for which suitable footwear is recommended. The gentle surroundings work well for peaceful nature observation and relaxing outings throughout the year.
Near the lake sits the Glenturret distillery, founded in 1775, which uses locally sourced water for whisky production following traditional methods. Many visitors combine a walk along the lake with a visit to the distillery to taste the pure mountain spring water.
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