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Ballachulish Slate Quarry – Ballachulish Slate Arch loop from Ballachulish

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Ballachulish Slate Quarry – Ballachulish Slate Arch loop from Ballachulish

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Ballachulish Slate Quarry – Ballachulish Slate Arch loop from Ballachulish

01:21

5.26km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

1.49 km

Ballachulish Slate Quarry

Highlight • Natural

The Ballachulish Slate Quarry was established in 1692 and produced tons of material for roofs in the area. The peak was in the 18th century, but quarrying stopped in 1955 …

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2

1.97 km

Ballachulish Slate Arch

Highlight • Monument

The slate arch is a relic of a clever system that was built in 1822 to transport the slate from the nearby quarry to Loch Leven. There was another quarry inclined plane which is gone.

Tip by

3

2.97 km

Tarts and Things

Highlight • Cafe

A grand peace for coffee, food and gifts

Tip by

4

3.27 km

Glencoe Gathering Pub

Highlight • Pub

Nice place for a pint or two 😊

Tip by

5

3.67 km

Bay View

Highlight • Viewpoint

B

5.26 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.55 km

1.27 km

807 m

609 m

Surfaces

3.71 km

858 m

609 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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