Goil

Goil, LOCH, a small but highly picturesque loch in Argyllshire, Scotland, is a branch of Loch Long (q.v.), and is 6 miles in length and less than 1 mile in breadth. Its shores are for the most part wild and rugged; but the general character of the scenery is modified by extensive natural woods of hazel. The mountains in the neighbourhood rise to the height of more than 2000 feet. Lochgoilhead is a favourite summer watering-place. It may be visited by steamers from Greenock (20 miles), and has connection by coach with Inveraray.