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Devil's Staircase

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Devil's Staircase

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    July 5, 2023

    Hiking

    This is where the infamous Devil's Staircase begins. It's not as dramatic as the name suggests. 😉
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    June 5, 2023

    Hiking

    The Devils Staircase is steep and strenuous in good weather, the view from the top towards Kingshouse or down the valley to kinlochleven... priceless
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    April 30, 2025

    Hiking

    The historic route workers took to the pub after receiving their paychecks. It was arduous in winter, and even dangerous when drunk.
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    Location: Glencoe And Glen Etive, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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