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The Top 20 Waterfalls in Scotland

However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 20

beautiful waterfalls to choose from in Scotland. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!

Last updated: December 2, 2025

Fairy Pools

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The Fairy Pools are a series of different sized, natural water pools, which are connected by a small stream and small waterfalls. The clear and cold water flows down from …

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Steall Falls and the Glen Nevis Valley

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From the car park at the end of the Glen Nevis road, a romantic path leads through a gorge. After climbing this rocky trail, the landscape opens up and the trail descends into the Glen Nevis Valley.

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Steall Falls

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Anyone who has seen Harry Poter is not interested in whether this is the second highest waterfall in Scotland. This waterfall can be seen in the background of various Quidditch …

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Inversnaid Falls

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The picturesque hamlet of Inversnaid affords spectacular views across Loch Lomond and the Arrochar Alps. The scenery has provided inspiration for literary greats such as William Wordswoth, Gerard Manley Hopkins …

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Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall

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One of the most impressive waterfalls in this area, the Grey Mare's Tail descends around 40ft into the gorge below. One of the few Via Ferrata's in the UK is …

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Falls of Falloch

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Amongst these beautiful cascades on the River Falloch you'll find a perfect plunge pool surrounded by lush woods and steep rock.

Absolutely perfect for soaking sore and swollen feet, the …

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Bracklinn Falls

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The waterfall on the Keltie Water is accessed by a path from Callander. It's a stunning place but best viewed from the bridge. The old bridge was removed in 2021 …

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Falls of Foyers

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From the café on the street, there are steep steps down to the viewing point of the waterfall. It's a beautiful sight even when there's not much water.

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Falls of Measach and Corrieshalloch Gorge

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The falls of Measach are one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Scotland located in a 1,5 kilometer long gorge called Corrieshalloch Gorge.

The falls of Measach plunges down over …

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Smoo Cave

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The river plunges almost 25 meters into the cave. You can also see that from the outside - there is a platform above the cave on the other side of the street. So do not miss it.

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The Top 20 Waterfalls in Scotland

Fairy Pools

Steall Falls and the Glen Nevis Valley

Steall Falls

Inversnaid Falls

Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall

Falls of Falloch

Bracklinn Falls

Falls of Foyers

Falls of Measach and Corrieshalloch Gorge

Smoo Cave

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