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Steall Waterfall

Glen Nevis Road, Fort William, Scotland
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Ranked #3 of 17 attractions in Fort William
Type: Waterfalls
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Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

This is an above average hike with beautiful scenery all the way up the mountain until you get to the valley that exposes the falls. This is too dangerous for kids. The path is easy to follow but you must choose every step on the rocks to keep from twisting an ankle. The parks department did shape the paths so... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Lovely walk even in the rain, rocky walk, but not difficult as some people state! Even saw people waking in pumps! Well worth seeing the waterfall and snow covered mountains. People that have written poor reviews must be seriously unfit or don't appreciate true beauty!

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Gloucester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

It is just wow !!! Amazing path for short walking, quite dangerous for younger people but is worth to leave them at home :) its no climbing, path is located next to the river, air is so fresh. You can leave car on the end of road for free.

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Derby, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

well worth the mile long scramble over rocks and through waterfalls on a very wet day.it is a much bigger falls than the lower falls which in wet conditions are also spectacular

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I've quite liked to walk up to the Waterfalls but it is a bit of a scary trip since the sign warns you that you'll die if you fall. I was glad to have my two walking poles with me and as long as you'll take it easy, you certainly won't regret the view that awaits you at the top.

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Leicester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Due to bad weather I walked up the Glen to see the falls as an alternative to climbing Ben Nevis. The cars on the road were a bit of a pain but the views, especially the gorge and the falls, were great.

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

This really is a very easy walk. Just take care if you are a bit wobbly or haven't much strength as a small amount of balance at some points on the walk are needed, but generally a very easy walk. It's also a very short walk compared to most, it takes just under an hour to reach the waterfall....and WOW,... More

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Snellville, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

My son and I hiked the trail to Steall Waterfall and it was one of the highlights of our entire trip to Scotland. Absolutely beautiful falls, but the hike to get there is equally beautiful. The trail is well-maintained, but good footwear is a must. Flip flops won't cut it. :) The cable bridge is really fun to try as... More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

A lovely 2hr romp, beautiful scenery, not too exhausting and a rope bridge across the river should provide ample entertainment for those brave enough to cross and spectators :o)

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

A lovely starter hike - although good sturdy boots are a recommendation as some of the rocks are sharp Some patches where care is required particularly when the weather has been wet. The view of the falls is well worth the walk and the river in the gorge below is impressive with lots of different rocks and trees to look... More

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