Fort William: Steall Falls Guided Hike
Overview
A stunning 9km / 5.5 mile forest walk following the winding Water of Nevis to the dramatic Steall Falls. The route meanders through the rocky Nevis Gorge and opens to the panoramic landscape of Glen Nevis.
Steall Falls is third highest waterfall in Scotland and cascades 105 meters down the rock face. In Gaelic it's called An Steall Bàn meaning "The White Spout".
This iconic area is featured in two Harry Potter films.
At the end of the walk, there's a wire rope bridge over the river for the adventurous!
This is a private hike with Trev, your friendly local guide. The path is a little rocky and muddy in places, so he's on hand to help if needed. He's always happy to take photos!
Please note that if it's not rained for a while, the waterfall won't be flowing fast.
What's Included
- Qualified local guide: insured & first-aid trained
- Hiking shoes or boots
- Outdoor clothing & waterproofs
- Water & snacks
Meeting Location
Lower Falls Car Park
Fort William PH33 6SY, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
From the car park we'll visit the nearby Polldubh Falls (Black Pool).
We'll then walk through the forest, along the banks of the Water of Nevis.
There are lots of small waterfalls and pools along the way.
We'll cross Paddy’s Bridge to the road for a short walk to the start of Nevis Gorge.
The terrain get's a little steeper and rocky, but your guide is on hand to help if necessary.
At the end of the gorge, we exit into the stunning Glen Nevis.
A short walk takes us to the imposing Steall Falls waterfall.
For anyone feeling adventurous, there's a wire rope bridge over the river.
Optionally, we can walk to the base of the waterfall. This ground is boggy and rocky.
We'll walk back on the same route, but the views change in the opposite direction.
This walk takes 3-4 hours depending on whether you cross the rope bridge.
A mandatory Medical & Consent form is required.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Activity code: C-5579800P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- Qualified local guide: insured & first-aid trained.
- Hiking shoes or boots.
- Outdoor clothing & waterproofs.
- Water & snacks.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Fort William: Steall Falls Guided Hike is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fort William: Steall Falls Guided Hike will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Qualified local guide: insured & first-aid trained
- Hiking shoes or boots
- Outdoor clothing & waterproofs
- Water & snacks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
