Reservoirs & lochs · Scottish Islands
Loch Slapin
Loch Slapin in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Loch Slapin is a place of interest in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom — drawn from open-data sources for visitor reference. See the linked Wikipedia article for the full description.
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From the Wikipedia article
Loch Slapin is a sea loch located on the southeastern coast of the Isle of Skye in the Scottish Highlands. It is noted for its dramatic natural scenery and proximity to the Cuillin mountains, making it a popular location for hiking, photography, and nature tourism.
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Background
History
Near the western shore of the loch is Dun Ringill, an Iron Age fort later used by Clan MacKinnon as their seat. The site consists of ancient stone remains on a rocky promontory and provides views over the loch and toward the surrounding hills.
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- Coordinates
- 57.1859, -6.0115
- Address
- Isle of Skye, Highland, Scotland
Sources
- wikidata: Q3123496 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Loch Slapin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch Slapin?
- Loch Slapin is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 57.1859°, -6.0115°.
- Is Loch Slapin free to visit?
- Yes — admission to Loch Slapin is free.