Craigard Hotel, Killin, Loch Tay, Breadalbane and the Scottish Highlands

Located within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Killin is arguably Scotlands most picturesque village

Killin is the perfect base to tour the Scottish Highlands. The Falls of Dochart, Loch Tay, Loch Lomond, Ben Lawers, Ben More, the Tarmachan Range and so much more are all close by.

Killin History and Local Information

The River Lochay joins the River Dochart and flows towards Loch Tay

The River Lochay and the River Dochart in the Summer [enlarge]


Snow topped Tarmachan Ridge taken from Killin one fine Winter day

Snow topped Tarmachan Ridge in early Winter [enlarge]


Loch Tay and Ben Lawers in Autumn

Loch Tay and Ben Lawers in Autumn [enlarge]


Killin, Loch Tay at night

Killin and Loch Tay at night [enlarge]

  • The village of Killin located within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
  • The village boasts two rivers, the River Lochay and the River Dochart which both join to form to form the estuary and main contributory of Loch Tay. The River Lochay, River Dochart and Loch Tay all support excellent Salmon, Trout and Pike fishing. Fly fishing from boat or bank can be arranged locally by means of permit and if required, fishing boat and ghillie.
  • Killin lies below the Sron Na Clachan (translates from Scots Gaelic as Nose of the Village), the Tarmachan Range (possibly named after the Ptarmigan which can be found there) and the mighty Ben Lawers. At 3984 feet high, Ben Lawers is Great Britain's 4th highest mountain. At one point there was a cairn buily 16 feet high so mountaineers could reach 4000 feet above sea level!
  • The village of Killin lies in the ancient district of Breadalbane (from the Scots Gaelic "Braghaid Albainn" meaning "The High Country of Scotland").
  • Homelands of the Campbell, McNab, McLaren and infamous Macgregor Clans of Rob Roy Fame.
  • The magnificent Falls of Dochart (believed to be one of Scotland's most photographed natural landmarks) at the west entrance to the village are a fabulous sight at any time of the year, but especially so when in spate (after heavy rainfall or snow).
  • Hogmanay in Killin! The village puts on a magnificent firework display on and surrounding the Falls of Dochart bridge. On New Years day, the village Killin New Year Ceilidh held in McLaren Hall, is a must but not for the faint hearted!
  • Killin Church was rebuilt in 1744 and has some ancient and unusual features. Some parts of the church have been dated as far back as the 9th century!
  • Today the Killin offers peace and tranquillity, unique to the Highlands, lying as it does below impressive mountains at the head of Loch Tay.
  • Killin is an ideal base to explore the Scottish Highlands. All of the following are easily reached by car or bus and some even by bike or foot:
    • Callander - A popular town on Scotland's boundary fault line where the Scottish Lowlands end and the Scottish Highlands begin.
    • Loch Lomond - Famous all over the world, Loch Lomond is truly breathtaking. Less than an hour's drive from Killin.
    • Crianlarich - jump on a train and enjoy the famous West Highland Line. Some of the most spectacular views from any railway line in Great Britain.
    • Tyndrum - a popular place to bag a few more munros. Tyndrum is also popular for gold panning with recent finds on the up!
    • Glen Coe - The world's only imploded volcano with awe inspiring mountains, cliffs and waterfalls and a history of clan warfare that will chill your bones!
    • Oban - A lively and bustling harbour town. Why not take a trip on one of the many seal, dolphin and whale sight seeing boat trips on offer.
    • Kenmore - A beautiful and historic village at the very beginning of Scotland's longest river, the River Tay.
    • Glen Lyon - At 35 miles long, Scotland's longest land locked glen.
    • Fortingall - Home to Europe's oldest living thing, the Fortingall Yew Tree. The yew tree is believed to be over 6,000 years old!

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