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Loch Bad an Sgalaig
Lake
Loch Bad an Sgalaig is a small, irregular shaped, freshwater loch and reservoir lying 5 mi (8.0 km) south of the village of Gairloch, in Wester Ross, Scotland. The north west end of the loch, where it outflows to the Eas na Laimh stream, was dammed in 1949 to power the Kerry Falls hydroelectric power station. The loch was surveyed on 30 July 1902 by T.N. Johnston and John Hewitt and later charted as part of the Sir John Murray's Bathymetrical Survey of Fresh-Water Lochs of Scotland 1897-1909.
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Weather at Loch Bad an Sgalaig
49°F, Patchy rain nearby · H 51° / L 46° · 69% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch Bad an Sgalaig?
- Loch Bad an Sgalaig is a lake in Scotland.
- Can you swim at Loch Bad an Sgalaig?
- There is no fixed answer for Loch Bad an Sgalaig: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Loch Bad an Sgalaig in Scotland. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Location & Contact
Scotland
🏞️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check for boat launch facilities and fees
- ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
- ›Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
- ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming
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