The Lower Falls in Glen Nevis are visible from the road, but if you are able it's worth following the river up or downstream a bit to get a different view.

Once you've had a good look here, it's worth carrying on up the glen to the larger Steall Falls.

William Cook

October 19, 2023

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A small yet perfectly formed waterfall in the Water of Nevis, sat at the foot of Glen Nevis.

The falls are best viewed from the nearby bridge.

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1. Steall Waterfall – Paddy's Bridge loop from Glen Nevis

9.90km

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2. Paddy's Bridge – View of Steall Falls loop from Glen Nevis

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04:17

250m

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3. Lower Falls, Glen Nevis – Steall Waterfall loop from Glen Nevis

21.4km

07:36

1,150m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Fort William, Inverlochy And Torlundy, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Lower Falls, Glen Nevis

1. Steall Waterfall – Paddy's Bridge loop from Glen Nevis

2. Paddy's Bridge – View of Steall Falls loop from Glen Nevis

3. Lower Falls, Glen Nevis – Steall Waterfall loop from Glen Nevis

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