Cairnban, a place on the Crinan Canal, in Argyllshire, 2½ miles WNW of Lochgilphead. Nine locks are here on the canal; and occasion so much detention that travellers by the passage-boats usually get out and walk. An inn here serves as a good station for anglers.
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