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    Steall Waterfall

    1,236 Reviews
    #1 of 30 things to do in Fort William
    Nature & Parks, Waterfalls
    Upper Glen Nevis Car Park, Fort William, Scotland
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    “Beautiful outdoor adventure”

    Well worth the hike, prepare for rugged terrain and wear some good boots that you don't mind... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Alex S
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    Evansville, Indiana
    “Beautiful”

    The walk to the falls is not easy but it is worth it. You hike through the woods and through... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Katie S
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    Evansville, Indiana
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Beautiful outdoor adventure

    Well worth the hike, prepare for rugged terrain and wear some good boots that you don't mind getting wet. The scenery out here is gorgeous. If you've got a daring side, try crossing the wire bridge at the end of the trail.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank Alex S
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Beautiful

    The walk to the falls is not easy but it is worth it. You hike through the woods and through smaller waterfalls. Rocks and path are very slick and there are some high ledges that you can fall from. I would not suggest with young...More

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank Katie S
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    A great short hike

    A short 30 - 45 minute hike that ends at Steall falls but not before a fun little bridge to cross. Beautiful scenery throughout.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank ShoshannahO
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Great winterday walk

    We have done this walk many times in all seasons. Beautiful scenery and so peaceful.hard to believe that you are just a few miles from the centre of Fort William.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank LizBasil
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Well worth the walk

    The walk to the waterfall takes about an hour and most of it is relatively easy walking from the car park. It's a good place for photographic opportunities.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank MISSAdventurers
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Beautiful walk

    I would advise you to arrive early especially in high season months as this is very popular walk and the spaces at the car park are limited. The scenery is amazing and walk suitable even for families with children. Beautiful day out.

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank 8munros
    Reviewed December 9, 2018
    Another fantastic place in Scotland

    Scotland is a fantastic country with a lot of fantastic "must visit" places. Steall Waterfall is one of them. It is not that big, but nature is lovely, surroundings are fantastic. We come from a pretty flat country (Denmark), so we were impressed every time...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank jorgenknudsen
    Reviewed November 11, 2018
    Stunning!

    the hike was dangerous and rocky and slippery, reminded me of the when the hobbits walked round the mountain to be honest! but it was well worth it, the views and waterfall was worth it. The zippy wire at the end was the most fun

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Rozzy1973
    Reviewed November 8, 2018 via mobile
    Breathtaking

    The 45 minute walk/hike was well worth the views at the end. Very rocky and some parts dangerous. Would recommend walking boots with good grip.

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank AlliAlliL
    Reviewed November 6, 2018
    Loved the Hike, and the Falls were Stunning

    You need to make sure you have good walking boots and wet weather gear before you set off on the walk itself, if it looks like there is any chance of rain. The day we were there the walk itself started out not too rocky,...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
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    louisa0711
    December 26, 2018|
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    Response from Iri6ka86 | Reviewed this property |
    Aim for Ben Nevis Parking - Belford Rd, Fort William PH33 6SY Get there early in busy season.
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    December 16, 2018|
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    Response from tobyc567 | Reviewed this property |
    Yes totally.
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    August 17, 2018|
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    Response from Sue E | Reviewed this property |
    Yes follow the river from Fort William along Glen Nevis and there are quite a few waterfalls not far from the road
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    11 day itinerary-check April (13 Replies)
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    August 08, 2015|
    Response fromPeterscot|
    Hi, If time is short, you must be using a few days just for Jura? Steall Falls are stunning, as are the views from the gondola. What time is your ferry?
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