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Falls of Shin – Shin Forest loop from River Shin

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Falls of Shin – Shin Forest loop from River Shin

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(5)

24

hikers

Falls of Shin – Shin Forest loop from River Shin

01:45

6.30km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 14, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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Shin Falls Café

Highlight • Cafe

Whilst there is scope for this place to be over-run (coach park) it was an interesting new development and the cake was good.

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2

16 m

Falls of Shin

Highlight • Waterfall

You can really see the salmon jumping, totally impressive ...

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3

498 m

Shin Forest

Highlight (Segment) • River

The forest trails provide a relaxing path to wonder through near the falls. Nothing steep or difficult, and the return can be made later along the riverside.

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4

1.02 km

Falls of Shin and Visitor Centre

Highlight • Cafe

The Falls of Shin is famous for being one of the best places in Scotland to see Salmon leaping upstream in the summer (May - September). With free admission, parking, motorhome facilities and a fantastic visitor centre and cafe it is a perfect place to start a ride from and take in the falls and surrounding area.

Due to a changing opening times of the facilities throughout the year it is worth checking the website before visiting. visitscotland.com/info/see-do/falls-of-shin-visitor-attraction-p1905721

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5

1.88 km

Swirling Wooden Sculpture

Highlight • Structure

The Magic is strong here

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6

6.21 km

Falls of Shin Picnic Area

Highlight • Parking

Here you’ll find picnic benches, a drinking water tap and even a playground.

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B

6.30 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.00 km

1.92 km

965 m

411 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.44 km

1.76 km

972 m

167 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (110 m)

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Tuesday 5 May

11°C

-2°C

55 %

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