Loch Fada (English: Long Lake) is a loch located on the Inner Hebridean island of Colonsay, Scotland. It extends between Kiloran and Lower Kilchattan approximately 3 km (1.9 mi) and is the largest loch on Colonsay. It is located at grid reference NR385955
| Loch Fada | |
|---|---|
| Long Lake | |
 Middle Loch Fada showing the mountainous south-eastern shore | |
  Loch Fada | |
| Location | Colonsay, Scotland |
| Coordinates | 56°04′53″N 6°12′20″W / 56.08147°N 6.20556°W |
| Type | loch |
The loch consists of a string of three lochs and is a Designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
Association
editThe Royal Navy frigate HMS Loch Fada was named after the loch.
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