Corrieshalloch Gorge
A mile-long box canyon south-east of Ullapool, crossed by a Victorian suspension bridge high above the 150-foot Falls of Measach.
Twelve miles south-east of Ullapool, the River Droma plunges into Corrieshalloch Gorge, a spectacular box canyon a mile long and some two hundred feet deep.
Halfway along it drops 150 feet in the Falls of Measach, and after heavy rain the whole gorge fills with drifting mist.
The best view is from the suspension bridge, built in 1874 by Sir John Fowler, the engineer who later helped design the Forth Bridge. It spans 82 feet, it sways gently underfoot, and only six people may cross at a time, so it is a real test for anyone who dislikes heights. Beyond it, a path through the trees leads to a viewing platform that juts out over the gorge, facing the falls.
The walk is short and well made, and dogs on leads are welcome. A visitor centre opened in 2023 on the A832, with a car park, clean toilets and information about the nature reserve.
The gorge paths are open land; the visitor centre opens daily, 9.30am to 4pm.
Parking is charged.
- Where
- Braemore, off the A832, IV23 2PJ.
- Falls
- The Falls of Measach, 150 feet.
- Bridge
- 1874, six people at a time.
At Braemore, 12 miles south-east of Ullapool; the visitor centre is just along the A832 from its junction with the A835, IV23 2PJ.
Ullapool BookshopBooks in Ullapool.12 miles17 min by road
Cult Cafe12 miles17 min by road
Ceilidh Place BookshopCeilidh Place on West Argyle Street in Ullapool is a bookshop with a bar, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.12 miles17 min by road
An TeallachThe great mountain to the west.14 miles18 min by road
Places to stay near the gorge, and when each is next free.
Scotland, in print.
Every photograph commissioned, every word written by somebody who went. Printed twice a year, made in Scotland.
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