Chnaimhean
Summary
A long but escapable adventure canyon with abseils and jumps.
Canyon Descent:
150m
Highest Drop:
20m
Canyon Length:
240m
Minimum Ropes:
1X 40m
Flood Risk:
Low
Access Type:
Public
Rock Type:
Gneiss
Catchment:
3.7km2
Duration: in, down and out:
IN: 35mins DOWN: 1hr OUT: 15mins
Anchors
Bolted
Notes
Full name: Allt Chnaimhean. Can be descended in higher flows by experienced teams, check pools carefully before jumping. some pools are quite shallow.
Description
Approach by Car: Park in Incheril Car Park
Approach by foot: Go through the large metal gate towards the mountains, follow the track going left. After about 15 minuets you will be getting close to the bottom of the canyon, keep an eye out for two large gate posts that the track goes through, here there is a small footpath heading up hill, follow this track up the side of the canyon, past the fence and above the tree line, as you climb up you will see two large waterfalls, these are the start of the main canyon. follow one of the many animal tracks that contour around the hill until you reach the gulley that drops into the canyon about 50m above the two large waterfalls. Scramble down the gulley to reach the river.
The canyon is fairly continuous with several interesting features throughout the descent. some gorge scrambling however never for too long.
Exit: The canyon will start to look more like a river with one final abseil from the Tree on TR. exit the gorge here on the TL and follow the trail back tot he path.
Escapes: Escapes are possible throughout, some short sections are committing however not for a substantial amount of time.
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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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Descended 21/8/24 after a morning of heavy rain in moderate flow. Really great canyon- interesting features but fairly escapable throughout. Well worth a drive to the west coast
Descended on 02/08/24. Group of 2. All anchors are in good condition, drops are fairly continuous, pools are quite easy to inspect and plenty of jumps go. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area