Wild Swimming
Falls of Falloch
The Falls of Falloch tumble 30m into a natural rock pool on the River Falloch — the most accessible roadside waterfall swim on the West Highland Way corridor. The path from the A82 lay-by takes 10 minutes through woodland. The plunge pool is best in moderate low water — spectacular but swimmable. A popular spot on summer weekends; arrive early or late for a quieter experience.
Quick facts
- Type
- Waterfall
- Region
- Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
- Grid ref
- NN 332 198
- Entry
- Rock slab
- Depth
- Medium (chest-deep)
- Summer water temp
- 8–14°C
- Midges
- High
- Dogs
- On lead only
Key hazards
- strong current below falls
- slippery rock approach
- high water after rain makes swimming dangerous
Getting there
Lay-by on the A82, 3km north of Inverarnan (G83 7DX). Waymarked path from the lay-by to the falls (10-min walk). West Highland Way walkers frequently detour here. SOAC rights apply.
Parking postcode: G83 7DX
Safety
The force of the main falls can pin swimmers against rocks at any flow level — swim in the pool area only, not directly under the falls. After rain the current in the pool tail increases significantly. Very slippery rock.
Best for
- waterfall photography
- West Highland Way stop
- accessible woodland swim
Nearby
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:30
- Sunset
- 22:12
- Civil dawn
- 03:25
- Civil dusk
- 23:17
NOAA Solar Calculator · 23 June 2026
Common questions
- Is the Falls of Falloch swim safe?
- In low water conditions, yes. Check the A82 lay-by on the drive up — if the river looks brown and fast, save the swim for another day. The plunge pool is calm in settled weather.
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