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Blackwater Dam – The River Leven in Kinlochleven loop from Kinlochleven

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Blackwater Dam – The River Leven in Kinlochleven loop from Kinlochleven

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Blackwater Dam – The River Leven in Kinlochleven loop from Kinlochleven

02:44

18.4km

630m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 9, 2026

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5.12 km

Loch Eilde Mòr

Highlight • Natural

10.9 km

Blackwater Dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

With 914 meters the Blackwater Dam is the longest dam in the highlands. It was built in the early 1900s to feed the hydro-electric power station in Kinlochleven, which was …

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11.2 km

View of the Blackwater Reservoir and the Old Pipeline

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

From the Old Pipeline Track you have a stunning view of the impressive Blackwater Reservoir which is 13 kilometers long and the massive dam with a width of almost a …

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16.2 km

Waterfalls Along the Ciaran Path

Highlight • Waterfall

A beautiful series of waterfalls lie alongside the Ciaran path here. The path follows the River Leven which descends from Blackwater Reservoir.

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18.2 km

Picnic area on the River Leven, Kinlochleven

Highlight • River

Two picnic tables with fire pits invite you to a nice break directly in Kinlochleven on the River Leven. A pub is only a three-minute walk away. Wild camping is not allowed here anymore.

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18.2 km

The River Leven in Kinlochleven

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautifully situated on the eastern end of Loch Leven, the town of Kinlochleven has lots to offer lovers of the outdoors. There are plenty of amenities and accommodation options here, …

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18.2 km

Kinlochleven on the West Highland Way

Highlight • Settlement

Kinlochleven is the last proper settlement and opportunity to buy supplies before you reach Fort William and the end of the West Highland Way trail. It's mile 81 (130 km) …

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18.3 km

The Tailrace Inn

Highlight • Pub

The Tailrace Inn is located directly on the West Highland Way. Every day is another pie on offer. Stop for a beer or Shandy (Radler / Alster) is worthwhile in …

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18.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.29 km

5.39 km

2.71 km

1.17 km

571 m

292 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.00 km

5.39 km

3.14 km

492 m

440 m

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Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Thursday 16 July

21°C

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Blackwater Dam – The River Leven in Kinlochleven loop from Kinlochleven

Loch Eilde Mòr

Blackwater Dam

View of the Blackwater Reservoir and the Old Pipeline

Waterfalls Along the Ciaran Path

Picnic area on the River Leven, Kinlochleven

The River Leven in Kinlochleven

Kinlochleven on the West Highland Way

The Tailrace Inn

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