Circular walk from the quarry
Hiking Moderate
At first glance this might look like "just" a short stroll above a village, but Ballachulish's spectacular position, on the shore of Loch Leven, mean that even a small excursion like this yields huge views.
The first part of the hike explores the Ballachulish quarry, which used to provide slate to the Scottish housing industry. Much of its produce can be seen on older local houses, but the quarry went out of business in the 1950s and has since become a tourist attraction for those interested in industrial history. As you pass through the quarry there are several information boards giving some context to what you're looking at, and it's well worth taking the time to read these and understand the quarry's heritage.
After the quarry there's less history, more geology! The hike is all about views and there's no shortage of them so soak in the vistas of lakes, mountains and sea before wandering back to the village for a cake and coffee.
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Away from help but easily accessed.
2.7 km away
Following the spectacular serrated north wall of Glen Coe, this classic Lochaber scramble has a reputation as the gnarliest ridge traverse on the Mainland.
Extreme Hiking