Loch Goil

Loch Goil is a sea inlet in Argyll and Bute that extends as a water body within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Steep mountains and forests line its shores, creating a narrow passage between rocky slopes.

The inlet formed part of a crucial maritime route connecting Glasgow with Inverary, where travelers would transfer from boats to coaches. This passage served as a key connection for trade and travel in the region for centuries.

The village of Lochgoilhead takes its name from Gaelic, meaning Church of the Brothers, and the area maintains strong connections to Highland traditions. The local community continues to live closely tied to the water and its rhythms.

The inlet is reached via single-track roads from the A83, with the journey from Glasgow taking around 90 minutes by car. Visit during drier months when the mountain roads are more easily accessible and the landscape is fully visible.

The waters appeared in scenes of the James Bond film From Russia with Love, bringing recognition beyond Scottish borders. This film connection continues to draw visitors interested in exploring the locations from the classic spy thriller.