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Loch Skeen return via Grey Mare's Tail

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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

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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's…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall

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First glance at the tremendous Grey Mare's Tail waterfall.

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Grey Mare’s Tail Waterfall

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Catch the tumbling Grey Mare's Tail in action at this fantastic viewpoint on the way to Loch Skeen. The falls plunge to 60m being one of the UK's highest, and …

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Loch Skeen

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The Gray Mare's Tail leads to Loch Skeen. Very boggy up here. Waterproof shoes advantageous. Unfortunately there is no direct way around this lake.

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Way Types & Surfaces

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4.22 km

255 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.22 km

265 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 8 July

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August 14, 2024,Loch Skeen and back

I got sunstroke on this hike. I'm probably the only person on the planet who got sunstroke in Scotland🤣🤣

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August 14, 2024,Grey Mare's Tail to Loch Skeen

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!

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July 12, 2024,🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Schottland, Scottish Borders: Grey Mare's Tail & Loch Skeen

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 …

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