Loch Etive is a long, narrow sea loch snaking for more than 30 miles (18 km) through the dramatic Glen Etive in Argyll and Bute. The glen's steep hills, waterfalls and pine forests make it a favourite with hikers, kayakers and wild campers. The northern end of the loch near Gualachulain is particularly scenic, with views down the winding waterway toward the mountains. Nearby attractions include Dunstaffnage Castle and the Bonawe Historic Iron Furnace. The area's wildness and remoteness have preserved a sense of solitude perfect for cinematic adventures. Glen Etive was used for two key scenes in the final Harry Potter films. In *Deathly Hallows – Part 1*, Harry and Hermione camp beside the northern shore of Loch Etive near Gualachulain after Ron leaves; Hermione ties a scarf around a tree to signal their departure if Ron returns. In *Deathly Hallows – Part 2*, the trio escape Gringotts on a dragon and are dumped into the loch, swimming ashore before continuing their quest. The loch's serpentine shape and remote surroundings provided a cinematic setting for these tense moments.