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Creinch

Free admission

Creinch — island in Loch Lomond, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK.

Creinch, islands in Scottish Highlands

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
4 h–12 h
Nearest railway station
Balloch · 6.9 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Creinch is a island in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "island in Loch Lomond, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 56.0648°, -4.5814°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Creinch (Scottish Gaelic: Craobh-Innis, Tree Island) is an island on the Highland Boundary Fault in Loch Lomond.

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Background

History

Formerly Inchcroin (not to be confused with Inchcruin), Creinch lies a little north of Inchmurrin. Inchcailloch, Torrinch, Creinch and Inchmurrin form part of the Highland boundary fault. In 1800 Garnett referred to the island as 'Grange'.

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Coordinates
56.0648, -4.5814
Nearest railway station
Balloch6.9 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Creinch?
Creinch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
Is Creinch free to visit?
Yes, Creinch is free to enter.
How do I get to Creinch?
The nearest railway station is Balloch, about 6.9 km away.