The Devil's Staircase is a difficult path up and over the Aonach Eagach ridge, taking you from Glen Coe to Kinlochleven. It was both built and named by British soldiers …

Caro "Bandit"

June 22, 2018

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A strenuous but achievable climb. The view is worthwhile, especially in good weather, a trip to the nearby summit Stob Mhic Mhartuin is worthwhile.

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Andrew

September 29, 2021

Hiking

Easier that made out to be. If you've been up any small hills then this is no different. Loose and gravel path but nothing difficult.

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1. The Devil's staircase to Stob Mhic Mhartuin

6.79km

02:56

400m

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Devil's Staircase – Bracklinn Falls Trailhead loop from Beinn Bheag

3.81km

01:26

260m

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. View of Buachaille Etive Mòr – Kingshouse Hotel loop from Bridge of Orchy

16.7km

05:01

490m

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

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Elevation 540 m

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Max wind speed: 24.0 km/h

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Location: Kinlochleven, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Devil's Staircase (West Highland Way)

1. The Devil's staircase to Stob Mhic Mhartuin

2. Devil's Staircase – Bracklinn Falls Trailhead loop from Beinn Bheag

3. View of Buachaille Etive Mòr – Kingshouse Hotel loop from Bridge of Orchy

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