Easan Dubh

Easan Dubh is a waterfall in the western Highlands where steep mountains force rivers down sheer drops. The name comes from the Gaelic word ‘eas’, meaning waterfall, and ‘dubh’, meaning black or dark. It lies among the wet, rugged hills that give the west coast its dramatic scenery. The falls are among Scotland’s tallest single-drop waterfalls, though measuring such heights can be tricky. Some records count the largest single plunge, while others add together several smaller drops. Many falls in the Highlands compete for the top spot, so Easan Dubh’s exact rank is often debated. Visitors reach the falls by following rough paths through heather and bog. The final approach crosses rocky ground beside the river before the dark water plunges into a deep pool below. The surrounding hills rise steeply, keeping the spray close and the air cool. On quiet days the only sound is the rush of water and the cry of ravens overhead.