Eas Dubh

Eas Dubh is a waterfall in Glen Affric, a glen in the Scottish Highlands. The name comes from the Gaelic word ‘eas’, which means waterfall. Glen Affric itself is a wide valley surrounded by steep mountains and dense forests. The river flowing through the glen drops sharply at Eas Dubh, creating a single tall fall. Highland rivers often plunge steeply, especially on the wetter west coast. Scotland has over 150 waterfalls, most of them found in the Highlands because of the rugged landscape. The fall is recognised as one of the highest single-drop waterfalls in Scotland. Its height is measured by the tallest uninterrupted drop, not the total height of several smaller falls. Many Scottish waterfalls make claims to records, but the measurement method can be unclear. The term ‘eas’ is the most common Gaelic word for waterfall in the Highlands. Place names in the area often reflect the Gaelic language of the past. Visitors to Eas Dubh walk along paths beside the river in Glen Affric. The surrounding forest and mountains provide a quiet, natural setting. The sound of the waterfall can be heard from some viewpoints along the glen. The steep drop creates a dramatic sight where the river narrows before the fall. Glen Affric’s wet climate keeps the area green and lush year round. The waterfall is part of a landscape shaped by fast-flowing Highland rivers.