Loch Skeen return via Grey Mare's Tail
Loch Skeen return via Grey Mare's Tail
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Loch Skeen return via Grey Mare's Tail
02:03
4.63km
270m
Hiking
Embark on the Loch Skeen return via Grey Mare's Tail, a moderate hike covering 2.9 miles (4.6 km) with a significant 901 feet (275 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 2 hours and 3 minutes. The trail begins with a steep, rocky ascent alongside the impressive 60-meter Grey Mare'sβ¦
Last updated: April 23, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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439Β m
Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall
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952Β m
Grey Mareβs Tail Waterfall
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2.33Β km
Loch Skeen
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4.63Β km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.22Β km
255Β m
< 100Β m
< 100Β m
< 100Β m
Surfaces
4.22Β km
265Β m
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< 100Β m
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Trail Reviews
I got sunstroke on this hike. I'm probably the only person on the planet who got sunstroke in Scotlandπ€£π€£
Not far, but great. Some parts of the Grey Mare Tail are reminiscent of alpine terrain. Good fitness and surefootedness are absolutely necessary. You will be rewarded with a gigantic view and a beautiful lake at the highest point. A dream!
My first hike in Scotland and it's already a real blast! It goes steeply uphill, always along the river. The highlight is of course Grey Mares Tail, the large waterfall that gives the trail its name. But even after that you keep passing smaller and larger waterfalls until you finally reach the high-lying Lake Skeen, which feeds them. If you have more time, you can also walk around the lake. The path runs high above, so you have spectacular views.