Lomond

Lomond commonly refers to Loch Lomond, a large freshwater loch in western Scotland. It is the largest lake by surface area in Great Britain, covering about 71 square kilometers, and stretches roughly 39 kilometers in length. The loch lies within Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, established in 2002, and sits near the Highland Boundary Fault, marking a transition between the Highlands and Lowlands.

The loch is bordered by villages such as Balloch, Luss, and Balmaha, and is a major centre for outdoor recreation. It is accessible by road along the A82 and by ferries linking various shores, islands, and villages. Islands within Loch Lomond include Inchmurrin, the largest, which hosts remnants of past settlements. The loch supports activities such as boating, fishing, kayaking, and hiking.

Ecologically, Loch Lomond supports a diversity of freshwater species and birdlife, and its shores are lined with woodlands and farmland. The surrounding Lomond region includes Ben Lomond, a prominent hill that is a popular destination for walkers, offering panoramic views of the loch and its environs. The area’s landscape—combining water, islands, forests, and hills—has long attracted visitors and inspired cultural connections to western Scotland.

The name Lomond also appears in local place names and geographic features in the region, where it remains a central reference for the area's identity and heritage.