Waterfalls · Scottish Highlands
Black Water Falls
In or near Strathpeffer.
Black Water Falls — waterfall in scotland highlands.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Garve · 2.7 km
About
Black Water Falls is a waterfall located in scotland highlands. A British waterfall recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in upland country where rivers cross resistant rock.
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Place summary
Black Water Falls is a prominent waterfall located in the Scottish Highlands. It features a dramatic cascade of water, renowned for its natural beauty. The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking trails that provide access to scenic viewpoints. Visitors can expect a rugged landscape typical of the Highlands, characterised by steep hills and dense forestry.
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- Coordinates
- 57.6371, -4.6778
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV23 2PU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Nearest railway station
- Garve — 2.7 km
Sources
- osm: n472372220 (ODbL)
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Natural landmarks · 0.0 km

Little Garve Bridge
Historic bridges · 1.2 km

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Other places · 2.3 km

Gorstan
Villages · 2.3 km

Garve
Natural landmarks · 2.6 km

Garve War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 2.6 km

Garve railway station
Reservoirs & lochs · 2.7 km

Little Wyvis
Mountains & hills · 2.8 km

Cnoc na h-Iolaire
Mountains & hills · 3.4 km

Càrn na Dubh Choille
Mountains & hills · 3.7 km

Garbat
Villages · 3.7 km

Carn Gorm
Mountains & hills · 3.7 km
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Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands
Black Water Falls
Black Water Falls — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · Scottish Highlands
Little Garve Bridge
Little Garve Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Garve War Memorial
Garve War Memorial — Monument, dating to 1924.
Where to eat & stay near Black Water Falls
Places to stay
Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Riverside Campsite
Riverside Campsite — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5B&Bs · Scottish Highlands
Holly Lodge
Holly Lodge — a bed-and-breakfast in scotland highlands.
Hostels · Scottish Highlands
Fairburn Activity Centre
Fairburn Activity Centre — a hostel in scotland highlands.
Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Dingwall Camping and Caravanning Club
Dingwall Camping and Caravanning Club — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 7Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
Holly Lodge Hotel, Strathpeffer
Holly Lodge Hotel, Strathpeffer in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Black Water Falls?
- Black Water Falls is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV23 2PU).
- What is Black Water Falls?
- Black Water Falls — waterfall in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Black Water Falls?
- The nearest railway station is Garve, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV23 2PU.
- How do I get to Black Water Falls?
- The nearest railway station is Garve, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV23 2PU.