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Waterfalls · Scottish Highlands

Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area

In or near Kinlochleven.

Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area, waterfalls in Scottish Highlands

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Fort William · 6.7 km

About

Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area is a waterfall in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom — a scenic cascade popular with walkers and photographers. Britain's waterfalls range from the plunge pools of the Yorkshire Dales and Brecon Beacons to the Highland falls fed by mountain burns.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2022

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Place summary

Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area is located in the Scottish Highlands. Established in 1981 and managed by NatureScot, it features dramatic landscapes including waterfalls set against the backdrop of the UK's highest mountain. The area is renowned for its natural beauty, attracting visitors for outdoor activities and stunning views.

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Coordinates
56.7968, -5.0035
Address
Scotland (Highland, Argyll and Bute and Perth and Kinross)
Established
1981
Nearest railway station
Fort William6.7 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Observatory ruins - geograph.org.uk - 1419699📷 4

Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area

Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

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Ben Nevis📷 3

Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Ben Nevis

Ben Nevis — Named summit at 1345 m.

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Ben Nevis★ Iconic📷 3

Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Ben Nevis

The British Isles' highest mountain at 1,345 m.

Free🐕ben-nevis.com
Ben Nevis April 2004 - geograph.org.uk - 585331📷 3

Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands

Ben Nevis War Memorial

Ben Nevis War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Tower Gully, Ben Nevis - geograph.org.uk - 5509762📷 4

Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Tower Ridge

Tower Ridge in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

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Coire na Ciste - geograph.org.uk - 6517961📷 3

Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands

Charles Inglis Clark Memorial Hut

Charles Inglis Clark Memorial Hut — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕smc.org.uk

Where to eat & stay near Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area

Places to stay

Footbridge by the youth hostel, Glen Nevis - geograph.org.uk - 5697792📷 5

Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Glen Nevis Youth Hostel

Glen Nevis Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands. Brand: Hostelling Scotland.

Freehostellingscotland.org.uk
Footbridge by the youth hostel, Glen Nevis - geograph.org.uk - 5697792📷 5

Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

Glen Nevis Self-Catering Park

Glen Nevis Self-Catering Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

Glen Nevis Campsite - geograph.org.uk - 1909851📷 5

Campsites · Scottish Highlands

Glen Nevis Caravan and Camping Park

Glen Nevis Caravan and Camping Park — a campsite in scotland highlands.

Freeglen-nevis.co.uk
Stob Ban, Glen Nevis - geograph.org.uk - 2771017📷 5

Campsites · Scottish Highlands

Wild Camp

Wild Camp — a campsite in scotland highlands.

Nevis Range gondola, bottom station - geograph.org.uk - 6174546📷 5

Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

Nevis Range Campervan Park

Nevis Range Campervan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

Nevis Bridge, Fort William - geograph.org.uk - 5819536📷 7

Hotels · Scottish Highlands

Nevis Bank Inn

Nevis Bank Inn — a hotel in scotland highlands.

nevisbankinn.co.uk

Places to eat & drink

An Torr - geograph.org.uk - 7482451📷 4

Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands

Clachaig Inn

Clachaig Inn in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

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Abhainn Garbhaig - geograph.org.uk - 719250📷 5

Waterfalls · Scottish Highlands

Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls — a waterfall in scotland highlands.

Deciduous trees near to Clunie Power Station - geograph.org.uk - 8060589📷 5

Waterfalls · Scottish Highlands

Falls of Tummel

Falls of Tummel — a waterfall in scotland highlands.

Highland Mainline near Etteridge - geograph.org.uk - 5371378📷 5

Waterfalls · Scottish Highlands

Falls of Truim

Falls of Truim — a waterfall in scotland highlands.

Track from Glen Tilt to Glen Tarf - geograph.org.uk - 1216927📷 5

Waterfalls · Scottish Highlands

Falls of Tarf

Falls of Tarf — a waterfall in scotland highlands.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area?
Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area?
Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area?
The nearest railway station is Fort William, about 6.7 km away. Its coordinates are 56.7968°, -5.0035°.
When was Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area built?
Built or established in 1981.
Who owns Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area?
Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area is owned by NatureScot.
How do I get to Ben Nevis and Glen Coe National Scenic Area?
The nearest railway station is Fort William, about 6.7 km away.