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Loch Eck
Where we are
Latest forest information
Due to landslips and road damage on both sides of the Loch, the Loch Eck Loop remains closed for now.
Open water
- This destination contains areas of open water which can be hazardous if you are not suitably prepared. Follow our water safety advice and take care.
About
A picturesque picnic spot with lochside views
As you follow the road along the eastern shore of Loch Eck, stop at one of our picnic sites and enjoy gorgeous views across the loch. Jubilee Point picnic site is particularly photogenic, so don't forget to bring your camera.
Loch Eck is a great place for wildlife. Red squirrels forage its shores and deep under its surface swims Scotland's rarest freshwater fish – the powan. This relic from the ice age is a protected species and is only found here and in Loch Lomond.
Activities
Take to the water
Portable, non-motorised craft - like canoes or kayaks - can be launched from Jubilee Point.
No camping
Camping from your vehicle is not permitted here. There are campsites with facilities nearby at Sandbank and Kilmun, by Dunoon.
Facilities and access
The nearest public toilets are at Whistlefield and the café at Benmore Garden.
Stay the Night
Stay the Night continues to run through to 31 December 2024. This means self-contained motorhomes and campervans will be able to park overnight for one night at the Jubilee Point car park.
There is a £7 charge to Stay the Night at this car park. Payment can be made through RingGo with details of how to do this at each car park.
To help plan your stay, please see the details below:
- Height barrier – No
- Motorhome capacity of car park – 2
- Suitable for large vehicles/caravans – Yes
- Parking notes - Stay the night only available at the Jubilee Point car park, approximately half way down Loch Eck on the east side, off the A815. Car park on slight slope - levelling blocks recommended. Please leave a 4m gap between other motorhomes and do not block the gate beyond the car park. Entry/exit can be tight in large vehicles.
Please visit our Stay the Night page for full details, participating locations, best practice, and terms and conditions of use.
Car parking information
There is no charge to park in this car park. Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates.
Getting here
There are two car parks with picnic facilities along the east bank of Lock Eck on the A815. Jubilee Point can be found approximately half way along the loch.
Using SatNav?
PA23 8SG is the nearest postcode.
Get in touch
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Phone
0300 067 6600 (option 2)
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