Dun Deardail Walk in Glen Nevis

Dun Deardail in Glen Nevis is the site of an ancient Iron Age fort located near the West Highland Way at 1,165 feet above sea-level. The walk to Dun Deardail starts from the Braveheart Car Park and takes the route of the West Highland Way, backtracking towards Kinlochleven.

This is an easy, to moderate walk of some 7km with some stunning views over to Ben Nevis and to Stob Ban and the Mamores. Once at the site the view looking down into Glen Nevis is almost alpine and quite superb. On the way back down you can make your way to the Lower Falls and then walk along the road in the glen to your car. On the way you will pass Cafe Beag and Glen Nevis Restaurant - which we recommend as one of Fort William's good restaurants and bars.

This walk is really a fair weather walk as the last part is quite exposed and rather pointless if you can't see the mountains - The Steall Falls walk through Glen Nevis gorge is a better wet day walk as there is a reasonable amount of shelter in several parts and is more stimulating to see the various tiny cascading streams and to hear the river thunder below the path as it drains into the glen.

Winter walks in Fort William
We walked up to Dun Deardill in February 2010 during a pleasant snowy period with beautiful clear skies.   You can see the photographs of this Glen Nevis walk, in winter time from here. We should remind you however, that walking in ice and snow conditions is potentially dangerous and you should take great care when out walking at all times.

The Lime Tree Hotel Restaurant and Gallery
The Lime Tree in Fort William is a Small Hotel, Restaurant and high quality Art Gallery offering you unique accommodation in a convenient location in the Highlands of Scotland. Whether you choose to relax at The Lime Tree, enjoy the spectacular... click for more details...
Achintore Road, Fort William, PH33 6RQ Tel: 01397 701806

Carinbrook Guesthouse
Here at Carinbrook Bed and Breakfast in Fort William, you will receive a warm, Highland welcome to our home. Carinbrook offers one twin-bedded ensuite and three double ensuite B&B rooms, plus one single ensuite room. Each of our comfortable... click for more details...
Carinbrook, Banavie, Fort William, PH33 7LX Tel: 01397 772318

The Sunart Centre
The Sunart Centre is a community centre with a 200 seat theatre hosting a variety of concerts and theatrical productions, and with a range of fitness and sporting facilities. Our Film Club holds monthly film screenings and we are also home to... click for more details...
The Sunart Centre, Strontian, PH33 4JA Tel: 01397 709228

Crannog Cruises
Board Souter’s Lass for a wonderful cruise down Loch Linnhe and enjoy the breath-taking scenery of Lochaber. With our unique and informative skipper’s commentary, you’ll experience some of Scotland’s best wildlife including the family of... click for more details...
Town Pier, Fort William, PH33 6DB Tel: 01397 700714

The Ice Factor
The ultimate day out in the Scottish Highlands at the UK's premier adventure centre… indoor ice + rock climbing… winter + summer outdoor hillwalking, mountaineering + climbing… tree top adventure course with tower, abseiling, giant... click for more details...
The Ice Factor, Leven Road, Kinlochleven, PH50 4SF Tel: 01855 831100

Ardnamurchan Natural History Centre
Welcome to the Ardnamurchan Natural History Centre, winner of three prestige awards. At the Centre we provide an introduction to the natural environment of Ardnamurchan, the most westerly part of the British mainland. Our focal point is an... click for more details...
Glenmore, Glenborrowdale, PH36 4JG Tel: 0044 (0) 1972 500209

National Trust for Scotland Glenfinnan
In August 19th 1745, at the head of Loch Shiel, Prince Charles Edward Stewart raised his Standard, marking the start of his campaign to restore the exiles Stuarts to the throne. From this sport, Bonnie PRince Charlie and his followers made it as... click for more details...
Glenfinnan, Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 722250

Ben Nevis Distillery & Visitor Centre
Ben Nevis Distillery established in 1825, is one of the oldest licensed distilleries in Scotland.   The distillery is nestled at the foot of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, which has a summit elevation of 4'406 feet above sea... click for more details...
Lochy Bridge, Fort William, PH33 6JT Tel: 01397 702476

Nevis Centre
The Nevis Centre is Fort William's multi-purpose meeting place and events venue which provides a great experience for everyone. The Nevis Centre offers events all year round - functions, sports activities, competitions, live music and art,... click for more details...
An Aird, Fort William, PH33 6AN Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 700707

West Highland Museum
The West Highland Museum  is an independent, self-financing Trust with Charitable Status. It receives a small grace and favour grant from the Highland Council but is otherwise self sufficient. The West Highland Museum is situated in the central... click for more details...
Cameron Square, Fort William, PH33 6AJ Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 702169

Treasures of the Earth
This award winning attraction features one of Europe's finest collections of priceless gemstones and beautiful crystals, displayed in a stunning simulation of cave, cavern and mining scenes: nuggets of gold and silver aquamarines, blood red... click for more details...
Corpach, Fort William, PH33 Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 772 283

Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
The Glen Nevis Visitor Centre is situated 1.5 miles along the Glen Nevis road from the Nevis bridge mini-roundabout, off the A82. Here you will find information on walking and the local area. There are toilets and a shop where you can buy... click for more details...
Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6PF Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 705922

Glencoe and North Lorn Folk Museum
Within traditional, heather-thatched cottages, you will be amazed and entertained by the variety of objects that portray the history of this remarkable area. Topics to discover include the massacre of Glencoe, agriculture, costume, medicine and... click for more details...
Glencoe Village, PA39 4HS Tel: 0044 (0) 1855 811 664

Corpach Apartments
A great self catering holiday place in Fort William for a small family or couple. Corpach Apartments is a warm, comfortable apartment consist of three well furnished and equipped flats (named Meldrum, Morrison and Kinloch) within one block. They... click for more details...
Corpach Apartment, Colquhoune Brae, Corpach, Fort William, PH33 7JJ Tel: 01397772162

Nevis Range Mountain Gondola and outdoor activity centre
Welcome to Nevis Range - the all seasons outdoor activity mountain centre where you can ride the gondola, walk, shop, ski, snowboard, mountain bike or just simply relax… Nevis Range is an all seasons attraction just north of Fort William,... click for more details...
Torlundy, Torlundy, Fort William, PH33 6SQ Tel: 01397 705825

Clan Cameron Museum
Welcome to the Clan Cameron Museum which was opened by Sir Fitzroy Maclean of Dunconnell in 1989. The Museum was the brain-child of my son Donald and his wife, Cecil, and the idea was enthusiastically backed by the Clan worldwide who contributed... click for more details...
Achnacarry Castle, Achnacarry, PH34 4JE Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 712480

Torlundy Rural Complex
Our rural complex at Torlundy, just north of Fort William and a mile from Nevis Range, is well worth a visit and a good place to bring children. We have lots of things to see and the story of Highland Crofting is our main feature with real farm... click for more details...
Torlundy, Fort William, Tel:

National Trust for Scotland Glencoe
Nestling into the landscape at the foot of the glen is the award-winning eco-friendly GLencoe Visitor Centre. A perfect stopping-off point if you're travelling through on the A82, with a cafe, a well-stocked shop and a viewing platform. Here... click for more details...
Glen Coe, Tel: 0044 (0) 1855 811307