Falls of Foyers
Summary
A low flowing gorge scramble with a large 60m pitch
Canyon Descent:
103m
Highest Drop:
60m
Canyon Length:
1.1km
Minimum Ropes:
1x 120m
Flood Risk:
High
Access Type:
Public
Rock Type:
Psammite
Catchment:
250km2
Duration: in, down and out:
IN: 5mins DOWN: 2.5hrs OUT: 40mins
Anchors
Mixed
Notes
River is Dam Controlled!
Description
Park in the small lay-by near the dam, check levels before entering. Descent - A couple of jumps to be found, one large pitch, all separated by gorge scrambling and swimming, when you get to the road bridge, climb out on the right until you get to the road. Head uphill then take the footpath that leads you back to the top road.
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Disclaimer
No responsibility or liability is taken for any harm, death or loss of property from using the information found on Canyon Log. Topo features, descriptions and notes may not be accurate and could be misleading. You must carry anchor building materials, be experienced and use your own judgement when canyoning. Flooding can completely change the layout, features and conditions. Insufficient experience may result in death.
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13/6/24 – evening descent. Fun route with some good swims- particularly the very start. Unfortunately rope jammed on main ab pitch so has to retrieve from above afterwards.