World & travel
Loch Modan
Loch Modan is a scenic mountain valley in eastern Khaz Modan, designed for players levels 10–20. It is the second leveling zone for gnomes and dwarves after Dun Morogh, and one of the most charming zones in Vanilla WoW.
Contents
Zone Overview
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Level Range | 10–20 |
| Faction | Alliance |
| Main Hub | Thelsamar |
| Resources | Copper Ore, Light Leather, Silver (rare) |
| Nearby Dungeons | Deadmines (Elwynn, 15–21), Gnomeregan (20–29) |
Location
Loch Modan borders:
- Dun Morogh to the west — via mountain pass.
- Wetlands to the north — through the Iron Gate.
- Badlands to the south — via the passage near the Great Dam.
Any gnome or dwarf character can walk here directly from Dun Morogh.
Key Locations
The Great Dam
One of the zone's most iconic features — the Great Dam in the south. A massive gnomish engineering structure that holds back the waters of Loch Modan. Main quest chains involve defending the dam from troggs and Dark Iron dwarves.
Thelsamar
The main town with merchants, a small auction house, inn, and a flight path to Ironforge. Starting point for most quests.
Loch Modan Lake
A large mountain lake — ideal for fishing 1–100. Fish caught here:
- Small Spotted Yellowtail — vendor fish.
- Spotted Yellowtail — used in cooking recipes.
Dark Iron Dwarf Camps
In the southeast, camps of hostile Dark Iron Dwarves (levels 17–22) spawn. Useful for quest kills and looting forged equipment.
Quests
Loch Modan has solid quest density for Alliance:
- "The Trogg Threat" series — clear trogg camps across the valley.
- "Dam Safety" — defend the gnomish dam from sabotage.
- "Dark Iron Dwarves" — destroy their scouts and camps.
- "Bring Carnie Some..." — short repeatable quest with gear rewards.
Quest Zone Table
| Area | Quests | Recommended Level |
|---|---|---|
| Northern valley | Trolls, wildlife | 10–14 |
| Central (lake) | Fishing, patrols | 12–16 |
| Dam (south) | DI Dwarves, troggs | 16–20 |
◆Farming and Resources
Mining
Excellent zone to start mining skill 1–75:
- Copper Ore — abundant throughout the valley.
- Silver Ore — in eastern hills, rare nodes.
Skinning
Zone mobs (bears, mountain goats, wolves) provide:
- Light Leather — starter skinning resource.
- Ruined Leather Scraps — sell to vendor.
Mob Table
| Mob | Level | Notable Drops |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bear | 11–14 | Light Leather, Bear Paw |
| Trogg | 12–16 | Light Leather, coins |
| Dark Iron Dwarf | 17–22 | Forged gear, coins |
Tips for the x5 Server
On WowX5 with x5 rates, Loch Modan can be fully cleared in 1–2 hours. Gnome and dwarf characters should sweep every quest hub, then move on quickly.
Gnome/Dwarf leveling path:
- Dun Morogh (1–10)
- Loch Modan (10–20)
- Wetlands (20–30) or Westfall / Redridge Mountains
◆Related Pages
A step-by-step route for both factions is in the guide How to get to Thelsamar.
- Dun Morogh — previous zone
- Badlands — southern neighbor
- Gnomeregan — dungeon for levels 20–29
- Warrior Leveling Guide — optimal 1–60 route
FAQ
?Is there a flight path in Loch Modan?
Yes, in Thelsamar — connects to Ironforge and other Alliance cities.
?When should I leave Loch Modan?
Once you hit level 20–22. Move on to the Wetlands or Westfall afterward.
?Is it good for leveling Mining?
Yes, Loch Modan is one of the best zones to start mining 1–75 thanks to plentiful Copper Ore.
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