The Lower Falls in Glen Nevis

The Lower Falls in Glen Nevis is a place we highly recommend - whether it's a wet day, or one of our beautiful clear sunny days. This visitor destination in Fort William is a fascinating place to spend a few hours.

There's a small car park nearby or, if you are up for it, leave your car in the Glen Nevis Visitor Centre and walk or cycle up the road in the glen to get a real feel for this beautiful place. There is also a public bus service to this location which starts in Fort William.

On a wet day, it is amazing to watch the huge volume of fresh water pour over the lower falls on its way to the sea - a short journey from the heavens to the ocean - natural recycling we suppose... these wet days can be dangerous near the banks of the river so stay well clear. On a good dry day, there's a path which takes you upstream from the bridge where you can sit on a boulder and enjoy the ambience of the scene. Downstream when the river is low after a dry spell there are amazing places to find huge stones and boulders pushed and shaped by the water into groups. The winter months are good too - we have seen the river and falls completely frozen and the trees hanging over with the weight of ice.

The Lower Falls is the start point of the annual Glen Nevis River Race - when competitors jump into the falls with floatation and wetsuits to navigate the river to a finishing point down stream - this is a good spectator sport. Check out the Whats On to find out the date of the next event.

Glen Nevis is only 10 minutes from Fort William and is one of our 5 Star attractions.

Glen Nevis Restaurant
Glen Nevis Restaurant is one of Fort William's popular eating out places - and one set in the most beautiful landscape at the foot of Ben Nevis, about 10 minutes from the town centre. Our restaurant serves tasty, freshly prepared meals all... click for more details...
Glen Nevis Holidays, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6SX Tel: 01397 705459

Achintee Farm Hostel
At the start of Ben Nevis footpath, quiet country hostel, no large groups, wifi access, bar meals 100m, 2km. from Fort William and end of West Highland Way and Great Glen Way. Achintee Farm Hostel offers a peaceful and relaxing stay with... click for more details...
Achintee, Glen Nevis, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6TE Tel: 01397 702240

Springwell Cottages
Fully equipped self catering cottage at the original end of the West Highland Way, Springwell is ideally located to take advantage of the year round outdoor pursuits available locally including walking, cycling, climbing, fishing also skiing.... click for more details...
Springwell, Nevis Bridge, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6PF Tel: 01397 703909

Tigh na Drochaid Self Catering
We are now offering autumn and winter short self catering breaks. This modern, semi-detached apartment is located near the foot of Ben Nevis and at the entrance to Glen Nevis in the heart of Britain's outdoor capital. Attached to the... click for more details...
Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6PF Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 704177

Ben Nevis Log Cabins
Beautiful self catering log cabin sleeps a maximum of 4, includes a double and twin room. Situated at the foot of Ben nevis and at the end of the west highland way in one of Scotland's most beautiful glens it is ideally situated for walking,... click for more details...
Harland, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6ST Tel: 01397 708908

Ben Nevis Inn Bunkhouse
Set at the foot of the Ben Nevis mountain footpath, the Ben Nevis Inn offers bunkhouse accommodation and a restaurant with a selection of fresh, wholesome food in an informal atmosphere. The bunkhouse provides accommodation for up to 24 persons... click for more details...
Ben Nevis Inn, Achintee, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6TE Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 701227

Glen Nevis Cottage
Located at the entrance to Glen Nevis, this very appealing, traditional cottage provides comfortable holiday accommodation for 4 plus persons. Every amenity is included in the weekly rent - except towels. Glen Nevis Cottage is within... click for more details...
Taigh na Bradan, Glen Nevis, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6PF Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 703767

Tigh na Drochaid Bed and Breakfast
Tigh na Drochaid (Bridge House) is a family run bed and breakfast in Fort William. Our newly built detached villa is located at the entrance to Glen Nevis and very close to restaurants, bars and shops. Ben Nevis is a mere 10 minute walk away as... click for more details...
Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6PF Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 704177

Glen Nevis Holiday Cottages
Imagine the freedom and independence of your own Highland Holiday Cottage – purpose built with every comfort, allowing you to make yourself truly at home in Glen Nevis. Glen Nevis Holidays offer 3 and 4 star cottages. Our four star Foresters... click for more details...
Glen Nevis Holidays, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6SX Tel: 01397 702191

Nevis Croft Self Catering
May availability - not limited to Sat to Sat - some great offers - please ring / email for a quote. Contact frances@neviscroft.co.uk / 07872943912 Finished to a high standard, Nevis Croft Apartments are situated five minutes walk from Fort... click for more details...
Nevis Bridge, Glen Nevis, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6PF Tel: 0044 (0) 1855 821 165

Sheperd's Cottage
Sheperd's Cottage, Achintee Farm is situated amongst the mountain splendour of Glen Nevis, at the very foot of Ben Nevis yet only 2km. from Fort William. There is plenty of walking right from your front door, either on the hills or along the... click for more details...
Achintee, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6TE Tel: 01397 702240

Ben Nevis Inn
Set at the foot of the Ben Nevis mountain footpath, the Ben Nevis Inn is a friendly restaurant with a selection of fresh, wholesome food in an informal atmosphere. Our restaurant is in a traditional, stone-built barn and provides a cosy retreat... click for more details...
Achintee, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6TE Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 701227

Glen Nevis Caravan & Camping Park
Glen Nevis Holidays in Fort William, offers some of the best self catering holiday homes and touring park facilities in the United Kingdon. Our award-winning five star park near Fort William is set in a magnificent location in one of Scotland’s... click for more details...
Glen Nevis Holidays, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6SX Tel: 01397 702191

Achintee Farm Guest House
Achintee Farm Guest House is beside the river in Glen Nevis, at the start of the Ben Nevis footpath. We offer a peaceful, relaxing stay with plenty of walking right from the front door and mountain views all around. The West Highland Way... click for more details...
Achintee, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6TE Tel: 01397 702240

Glen Nevis Holidays 4 and 5 star Luxury Lodges
Glen Nevis Holidays in Fort William, offers some of the best self catering holiday accommodation facilities in the United Kingdon. Located at the foot of the highest moutain in the British Isles, Ben Nevis dominates this beautiful Highland glen.... click for more details...
Glen Nevis Holidays, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6SX Tel: 01397 702191

Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
The Glen Nevis Visitor Centre is situated 1.5 miles along the Glen Nevis road from the Nevis bridge mini-roundabout, off the A82. Here you will find information on walking and the local area. There are toilets and a shop where you can buy... click for more details...
Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6PF Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 705922