Crinan is a picturesque village at the western terminus of the Crinan Canal. The canal which stretches from Crinan to Ardrishaig, was once a vital route for commercial vessels, particularly the iconic Puffers, transporting coal and slate. Today, the canal serves as a serene passage for pleasure craft, providing a shortcut from the Firth of Clyde to the West Coast, allowing boats to avoid the treacherous Mull of Kintyre.