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Smugglers' Cave, Alva Glen

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Smugglers' Cave, Alva Glen

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Smugglers' Cave, Alva Glen

Name: Smugglers' Cave, Alva Glen
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Location: Alva, Clackmannanshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. Craighorn Fall, Alva Glen – Smugglers' Cave, Alva Glen loop from Alva

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2. Smugglers' Cave, Alva Glen – Craighorn Fall, Alva Glen loop from Alva

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3. Smugglers' Cave, Alva Glen – Craighorn Fall, Alva Glen loop from Alva

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ColinT

April 22, 2024

The glen is now closed due to landslides

Brian

August 22, 2017

Alva Glen is a spectacular gorge situated above the village of Alva at the foot of the Ochil Hills.
Alva Glen is a diverse and attractive glen. The forest floor is carpeted with many wild flowers and there’s a variety of wildlife to spot, such as the kestrel and the long tailed wagtail.

The glen is managed by the Alva Glen Heritage Trust which is run entirely by volunteers. They regularly plant new tree and shrubs in the area as well as removing non-native species of plant.

Each year the formal garden and waterfalls are illuminated by coloured lights. These stunning Alva Glen illuminations have been attracting people from all over central Scotland for many years.

As you follow the path from the car park you reach the first of five waterfalls, the highlights of the glen, including the 23m Craighorn Fall and the Big Fall, a hidden waterfall which cascades magically into the Smugglers Cave. You can also see a number of ancient hill-terraces, known locally as ‘The Delvins’, on the slopes of the glen.

The glen was once the centre of a busy textile industry and the remnants of an old dam and numerous workshops can be spotted. There are a number information signs to tell you about the history of the area.

Rich Smith

June 9, 2020

Don’t attempt with a mountain bike like I did, you’ll be pushing it and carrying it for 90% of the journey, haha. (Found myself there by accident).

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Elevation 250 m

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Location: Alva, Clackmannanshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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