Clach na Crìche

An ancient 'wishing stone' and a peaceful picnic site

Relax and enjoy a scenic picnic looking across the sound to the Isle of Mull. Watch for the Mull Ferry going between Lochaline and Fishnish and spot white-tailed eagles fishing in summer.

You will find the remarkable arched Wishing Stone 200 yards farther along the lochside road. Clach na Crìche means 'Boundary Stone' in Gaelic, this remarkable formation did mark the boundary between two ancient parishes. However, it’s the stone’s magical reputation that is more intriguing.

The stone was said to have the power to grant wishes. According to local folklore, all you had to do was fill your mouth with water from a nearby spring, then hold it in your mouth as you passed through the hole in Clach na Crìche three times (without using your hands). If you were thinking hard enough about your heart’s desire while you were doing all that, your wish would be granted!

Facilities and access

Walking

Viewpoint

Parking

Picnic area

You’ll find public toilets, places to eat and drink and shops to buy basic supplies at Lochaline.

Getting to the Wishing Stone

You’ll find the Wishing Stone beside the road about 220 yards (200 m) west of the Clach na Criche picnic area. Take care walking along the road. There is no car parking at the stone.

Car parking information

There is no charge to park in this car park.

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Getting here

From Lochaline take the B849 west. After about 4½ miles (7.5 km) you'll see the Clach na Criche car park on the left. The Wishing Stone is beside the road on the right about 220 yards (200 m) further on. There is no car parking at the stone. 

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PA80 5XU is the nearest postcode.

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