Scotland

Top 25 Anchorages > Scotland

The west coast of Scotland is jam packed with impossibly beautiful anchorages so your options are endless. Here are some of our favourites...

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Loch Feochan Top 25 Anchorages > Scotland > Loch Feochan

Loch Feochan is located just south of Kerrera Sound , and approached through a winding and fast-flowing entrance channel. The loch is almost completely land-locked so offers excellent shelter, and some stunning scenery.

The channel on the north side offers deeper water, but note the rock lying to the northwest off the mainland side. Once past the island, a tranquil anchorage can be found where wind and depths permit, although the north is perhaps more striking.

Watch out for Visitors are not welcome on the island of En an Ruisg

Great for Sublime scenery

Local tip The Barn is a fine local pub serving good wholesome food

'Summer Loving' appeared in our August 2009 issue. Buy the full article here .

Puilladobhrain Top 25 Anchorages > Scotland > Puilladobhrain

Roughly translated as Otter Pool, this delightful inlet seven miles south of Oban has been a favourite with Scottish cruisers for many years. One of the real attractions, once the anchor is down, is being able to sit and watch the sunset, preferably with a sundowner to hand.

The main task when approaching is identifying the castle-shaped island of Eilean Duin . There are a couple of rocks to be avoided but otherwise it is easily reached, but note there is a shoal at the head of the anchorage so keep an eye on your echo sounder.