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A comprehensive catalogue of historical seismic events tracked by epicentre distance near Loch Creran.

Loch Creran Marine Protected Area Earthquake History and Recorded Seismic Activity Records

This archive provides a transparent look at the recorded earthquake history associated with the marine landscapes of Loch Creran in Argyll and Bute. Each entry in the database connects seismic events to the geographic footprint of the protected area, displaying key metrics such as event date, magnitude, depth, and distance from the loch. Researchers can use this historical record to study local seismic patterns without implying current hazard levels or geological causation.

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Explore Loch Creran Marine Protected Area

A sheltered Scottish sea loch guarding flame shell beds, horse mussel reefs, and rare Atlantic oakwood.

Loch Creran Marine Protected Area

Loch Creran is a long, narrow sea loch on the west coast of Scotland, sitting in Argyll and Bute between the districts of Benderloch to the south and Appin to the north. It opens westward into the Lynn of Lorne, a broader arm of Loch Linnhe, with the island of Eriska guarding the entrance. The loch is shaped like a classic Scottish fjord: deep basins alternating with shallow narrows where tidal currents pick up speed. The loch is best known for its marine life, especially the flame shell beds and horse mussel reefs that thrive where accelerated tidal flow keeps the water well oxygenated and rich in nutrients. In recognition of these features and its quaternary geological interest, the entire loch was designated a Nature Conservation Marine Protected Area in 2014, covering approximately 1,200 hectares of seabed. At the head of the sea loch, the freshwater environment of the River Creran meets Glasdrum Wood National Nature Reserve, an internationally important Atlantic oakwood that adds a woodland dimension to the protected area's identity. Together, the marine and woodland habitats make Loch Creran a compact but unusually rich conservation landscape on Scotland's western seaboard.

Location
United Kingdom
Park type
Marine protected area
Established
2014
Area
12 km²
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Search historical earthquake records associated with Loch Creran

Loch Creran’s catalogue associates reported epicentres with the Scottish marine protected area by calculated distance, not through the narrow sea loch, forested shores, mussel reefs, or flame-shell beds. Each source-linked record supplies a date, magnitude, depth, locality, and loch distance for historical comparison without attributing marine effects, present danger, or prediction.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Discover additional protected destinations after Loch Creran

Loch Creran's epicentre-distance catalogue is the closing context before discovery broadens from one Scottish sea loch to other protected destinations. Their appearance should not be read as a link through marine status, coastal landscape, proximity, geology, earthquake records, hazard, risk, or equivalent atlas coverage.
Marine protected areaScotland
About 14 km away#1 closest

Southwest

Loch Sunart to the Sound of Jura Marine Protected Area: A Scottish Marine Geography Guide

Charting habitat management and Quaternary seabed geology in the western Highlands.

This protected area reaches across the waters of Loch Sunart, the Sound of Mull, the Firth of Lorne, and the Sound of Jura. By mapping this diverse bathymetry, the area safeguards essential marine habitats and the rare common skate population within a complex network of Highland sounds and coastal basins.

Area
741 km²
Established
2014
IUCN
IV
Climate
Temperate
Loch Sunart to the Sound of Jura Marine Protected Area Map
Marine protected areaLochaber
About 27 km away#2 closest

Northwest

Loch Sunart Marine Protected Area: Coastal Geography and Highland Seascape Atlas

Deep-water marine basins and protected Highland coastal terrain.

Discover the mapped landscape of Loch Sunart, a 31-kilometre sea loch in the Lochaber region of Scotland. This marine protected area is characterized by its complex underwater bathymetry, ranging from shallow tidal channels to deep basins reaching 124 metres, providing a unique look into the intersection of terrestrial Highland mountains and essential underwater bivalve and reef communities.

Area
49 km²
Established
2014
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Loch Sunart Protected Area Geography
Watercolor illustration showing mountains, green forests, a loch, and a river in a landscape
National parkScotland
31 km away#3 closest

Southeast

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park: Mapped Landscapes and Terrain

Regional geography and protected Highland boundaries in Scotland

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park covers a vast array of protected habitats, from coastal sea lochs to high-altitude Munros. This geographic profile outlines the park's position across the Highland Boundary Fault, highlighting its role as a core protected area for Caledonian forests and freshwater lake ecosystems within Scotland.

Area
1,865 km²
Established
2002
IUCN
V
Visitors
2.9M annual
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Protected landscapeHighland
About 34 km away#4 closest

Northwest

Morar, Moidart and Ardnamurchan National Scenic Area: Coastal Geography and Protected Lands

A mapped overview of peninsulas, lochs, and Highland terrain

Investigate the protected landscape of Morar, Moidart and Ardnamurchan. This area combines dramatic basalt cliffs, silver sands, and significant historical sites within a remote maritime setting. Gain clarity on the overlapping conservation zones and the complex geography that shapes this distinctive Scottish coastal region.

Area
369.6 km²
Established
1981
Relief
Mixed relief
Access
Moderate access
Morar, Moidart and Ardnamurchan National Scenic Area Atlas
Protected landscapeArgyll and Bute
About 38 km away#5 closest

Southwest

Scarba, Lunga and the Garvellachs National Scenic Area: Protected Island Geography

Coastal landscapes and tidal seascapes of Argyll and Bute

Gain insight into the distinct protected landscape of the Scarba, Lunga and the Garvellachs National Scenic Area. This area balances mountainous moorland with green meadows, while its submerged marine reefs and fierce tidal waters contribute to a complex ecological and geographic identity within the Firth of Lorn.

Area
65 km²
Established
1981
Relief
Upland
Climate
Temperate
Scarba, Lunga and the Garvellachs National Scenic Area Geography
A soft, artistic watercolor painting of a Scottish sea loch surrounded by gentle, green hills against a faint mountainous background.
Marine protected areaArgyll and Bute
About 51 km away#6 closest

Southeast

Loch Goil Marine Protected Area: Geography and Landscape Overview

Protected marine habitats in the Argyll and Bute region

Loch Goil offers a distinct look at an enclosed, sea loch landscape in western Scotland. Surrounded by the Arrochar Alps and steep conifer slopes, this marine protected area demonstrates the intersection of Highland wilderness and formal conservation zones. Use this atlas resource to understand its topographical form and regional context.

Established
2014
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Temperate
Access
Moderate access
Explore Loch Goil Marine Protected Area
A soft watercolor illustration depicting green rolling hills and a body of water in a minimalist style.
Marine protected areaArgyll and Bute
About 52 km away#7 closest

South

Loch Fyne Marine Protected Area and Highland Coastal Geography

Mapped sea loch landscapes in Argyll and Bute

Loch Fyne represents a unique intersection of maritime tradition and protected natural terrain. This entry maps the loch as it winds through the Cowal Peninsula, highlighting the contrast between northern mountain hinterlands and southern coastal inlets. Users can examine the extent of its protected waters, the surrounding topography, and its historical significance within the geography of western Scotland.

Established
2014
Relief
Mixed relief
Climate
Temperate
Access
Easy access
Loch Fyne Marine Protected Area
Marine protected areaArgyll and Bute
About 62 km away#8 closest

South

Loch Sween Marine Protected Area: Coastal Geography and Regional Atlas Map

A distinctive sea loch ecosystem in Argyll and Bute.

Investigate the coastal topography and protected marine boundaries of Loch Sween. This sea loch is defined by its irregular branching inlets and islands, creating a unique habitat mosaic of maerl beds and burrowed mud within the broader context of the western Scottish coastline.

Area
41 km²
Established
2014
IUCN
IV
Access
Access unknown
Loch Sween Protected Area Map
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Examine the Mapped Landscapes of Loch Creran Marine Protected Area

Trace the tidal sills and forested shorelines of Loch Creran, an essential component of the marine geography in Argyll and Bute. Use MoriAtlas to understand the intersection of protected marine basins and terrestrial oakwood habitats within this unique coastal system.

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