Glenashdale Falls from Whiting Bay
Through the woods to Arran's highest waterfall.
- Distance
- 5.5 km
- Ascent
- 160 m
- Time
- 1.5–2 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 115 m
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About this walk
Glenashdale Falls from Whiting Bay is an easy 5.5 km out-and-back walk with 160 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2 hours. It starts at Whiting Bay (grid reference NS 045 261). The start can be reached by public transport.
Glenashdale Falls drops about 45 m in two leaps through a wooded gorge above Whiting Bay. The path climbs from the village through the glen to viewing platforms at the top and foot of the falls.
It can be extended to the Giants' Graves, two Neolithic chambered cairns on the hill above. Return the same way.
Route
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The falls
Climb through the glen to the falls, and return.
Summit
On the way
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Eas a' ChrannaigWaterfall · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Glenashdale Falls from Whiting Bay take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2 hours for the 5.5 km route, which has 160 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 Whiting Bay (grid reference NS 045 261). Car park in Whiting Bay.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses from Brodick to Whiting Bay. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Woodland paths with a steady climb and some steps.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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