Soldier's Leap – Killiecrankie Bridge Falls loop from Killiecrankie

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Killiecrankie, Fincastle And Tummel

Soldier's Leap – Killiecrankie Bridge Falls loop from Killiecrankie

Hard

3.8

(4)

hikers

Soldier's Leap – Killiecrankie Bridge Falls loop from Killiecrankie

02:04

6.53km

150m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 3.93 km for 153 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

475 m

Soldier's Leap

Highlight • Historical Site

It's said that, during the Battle of Killiecrankie in 1689, government soldier Donald McBane successfully jumped across the river at this spot to escape pursuing Jacobites. This would have been …

Tip by

2.03 km

River Garry Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

The River Garry flows from Loch Garry to the River Tummel near Pitlochry. This footbridge crosses the Garry but is weight restricted to ten people at a time.

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2.52 km

Killiecrankie Bungee Jump

Highlight • Bridge

The location where you can have a go on bungee jump or flying fox. Go to Killiecrankie visitor centre for info and booking.

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2.52 km

View of Carn Liath from Garry Bridge

Highlight • River

6.25 km

Killiecrankie Bridge Falls

Highlight • Viewpoint

Killie Br Falls are a series of waterfalls on the River Garry upstream of the famous soldier's leap. Good visibility from the bridge.

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6.53 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.44 km

2.37 km

686 m

650 m

317 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.96 km

680 m

353 m

285 m

232 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

Weather

Saturday 10 October

11°C

4°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

June 19, 2024,Killicrankie - Wanderung beim Garry River

The photos are not only from our hike, but also from:
Crawford Priory Castle: a real lost place! A large castle that has been uninhabited for many years and can no longer be renovated.
Dewar Whisky Distillery: a very interesting tour and lots of interesting information about the production process. Tasting of 2 whiskies - we didn't become fans😊
Blair …

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