Several hundreds were forced into the lake and drowned.

Of the survivors, about one-half escaped by swimming the river, or by an early flight along the left bank of the lake.

The remainder threw themselves into the old Castle of Inverlochy; but being without either provisions or hopes of relief, they were obliged to surrender, on condition of being suffered to return to their homes in peace.

Arms, ammunition, standards, and baggage, all became the prey of the conquerors.
This was the greatest disaster that ever befell the race of Diarmid, as the Campbells were called in the Highlands; it being generally remarked that they were as fortunate in the issue of their undertakings, as they were sagacious in planning, and courageous in executing them.

Of the number slain, nearly five hundred were dunniwassels, or gentlemen claiming descent from known and respected houses.