The Devil's Staircase
The Devil's Staircase
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Follow in the footsteps of a legion of early 20th century navvies who trudged up the Devil’s Staricase to find work at the construction site of the Blackwater Dam. Many then came back this way to find a drink at the Kingshouse Inn. At the start you can look back at the impressive corries of Buchaille Etive Mor, which towers over the tiny Blackrock Cottage.
Beyond the summit cairns, at around 550m, the almost kilometre long profile of the Blackwater Dam comes into the view, with the vast reservoir stretching behind it for 13 kilometres into the depths of Rannoch Moor.
Upon reaching the Lower Penstock it’s a long descent to Kinlochleven, but there are extensive views of the Mamores, with Ben Nevis beyond.
The walk includes mini-bus trasnfer to the start of the walk at Altnafeadh at the foot of the Devil's Staircase.
Walk details
The route follows the West Highland Way, so the path is excellent throughout. The ascent from Glencoe is steep, but eased somewhat by the well-made zig-zag path. Beyond this the path is stony and rough underfoot.
Bring your own drinks and snacks.
Distance: 7km
Ascent: 430m
Grading: Strenuous
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The Aluminium Story, Linnhe Road, PH50 4SJ Kinlochleven
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The Devil's Staircase
From GBP 5.00