Allt nan Càrnan gorge, Lochcarron
A short, steep walk up a wooded gorge of waterfalls behind the village.
- Distance
- 3.1 km
- Ascent
- 100 m
- Time
- 1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 109 m
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About this walk
Allt nan Càrnan gorge, Lochcarron is an easy 3.1 km out-and-back walk with 100 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Lochcarron village (grid reference NG 903 398). The start can be reached by public transport.
The Allt nan Càrnan drops to Lochcarron through a deep, narrow gorge hung with birch, rowan and ferns, a national nature reserve for its woodland and mosses. A path climbs the side of the gorge with waterfalls below it. Return the same way.
Route
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The gorge
Climb the path beside the gorge and return.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Allt nan Càrnan gorge, Lochcarron take?
- Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 3.1 km route, which has 100 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Lochcarron village (grid reference NG 903 398). Parking in the village.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains to Strathcarron, 4 km away, and infrequent buses. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. A steep, narrow woodland path with unfenced drops.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep children and dogs close above the gorge.
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