Ardmucknish, a beautiful bay in Ardchattan parish, Argyllshire, at the mouth of Loch Etive, and extending from the vicinity of Connel Ferry 2½ miles northward to the neck of the peninsula of Lochnell. It has a finely pebbled beach, is environed with picturesque scenery, and commands noble views. The vestiges of the reputed ancient capital of Dalriada are on its E side, and will be noticed under Berigonium.

(F.H. Groome, Ordnance Gazetteer of Scotland (1882-4); © 2004 Gazetteer for Scotland)