Castle Stalker, a romantic, 500 year old castle accessed by boat.
Castle Stalker This evening, I am posting information on Castle Stalker, a sympathetically restored castle which has origins in the 15th century. Caisteal Stalcaire (Fortress of the Hunter) is located on the Rock of the Cormorants, an islet at the mouth of Loch Laich,which in turn is an inlet off Loch Linnhe in the West of Scotland. There is a good viewpoint located off the A828 at Portnacroish, between Fort William and Oban . Location is about 18 miles north of Oban. This castle has featured in Scottish history, being a host to a king, scene of battles, murders and wars. Here is a historical summary: Built by Sir John Stewart prior to his murder at Dunstaffnage in 1463 by a Macdougall. The murder was avenged in 1468 at Battle of Stalc fought at the Castle’s gates. Played host to King James IV (1473-1513) during hunting (hawking) expeditions in the Highlands. Friction between Campbells and Stewarts 1520-1544 resulti...