McInroy's Point

McInroy's Point

McInroy's Point in Gourock is a small peninsula in the west of Gourock, a small town in western Scotland. In the early 1970's, a pier was constructed here to form the departure point for Western Ferries services to Dunoon. This provided a second ferry crossing of the River Clyde operating in competition to the state owned Caledonian MacBrayne service.

This service provides a faster crossing that is aimed primarily at vehicular transport. It operates between the edges of the towns, and therefore it provides motoring tourists with a rapid gateway to the Scottish Highlands.

McInroy's point is also popular, particularly during the summer months, with local fishermen.

Coordinates: 55°57′05″N 4°51′13″W / 55.95139°N 4.85361°W / 55.95139; -4.85361



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