Loch Nant

The water at Loch Nant sits dark and still, ringed by proper Highlands landscape that feels a world away from the main tourist trails. It's a small freshwater loch near Taynuilt - nothing fancy, no visitor centre or café, just the thing itself. You come here to walk the shoreline, fish if you've got a permit, or simply stand about taking in the quiet.

It's the kind of place that rewards a slow morning. The hills crowd in close, and on a settled day the reflections are genuinely striking. On a grey day - which is most days - it feels moody and atmospheric. You won't need hours here unless you're the type to do a proper circuit walk, but an hour wandering the banks is well worth the detour if you're based nearby.

Historically it's nothing remarkable, but that's rather the point. This is landscape first, Instagram afterwards. Families with young kids might find it a bit limited - there's no playground or tearoom - but teenagers and walkers will get something real out of it. Couples after a quiet spot will find exactly that.

If you're staying at Loch Awe Holiday Park just four miles away, you could absolutely slot Loch Nant into an afternoon. It's close enough to combine with other Argyll attractions without feeling rushed. No admission charge, no opening hours - it's just there, accessible year-round. Go early or late if you want the light properly nice. Midday can be a bit flat.