21 Apr Rain In Glencoe!? Surely not!
Let’s get one thing straight…
If you’re waiting for perfect weather in the Highlands, you might be waiting a while. 😄
But here’s the secret no one tells you:
👉 Rainy days in Glencoe are actually some of the best.
☁️ Why the rain makes it better
When the clouds roll in and the mist drops over the mountains, everything changes:
- The glen feels bigger, wilder, more dramatic
- Waterfalls appear out of nowhere
- The whole place goes quiet… in a good way
It’s not ruined — it’s turned up to cinematic mode
🥾 What to do when it’s wet
Don’t hide inside (well… not all day 😏)
✔ Go for a short wander
Even a 20–30 minute walk around Kinlochleven hits differently in the rain.
✔ Chase waterfalls
They’re at their best after a downpour — and there are loads nearby.
✔ Grab a proper coffee
Warm up, dry off, and plan your next move.
🔥 Then come back and get cosy
This is where Blackwater shines:
- Hot showers 🚿
- Warm spaces 🔥
- A proper place to dry your gear
- And a good story or two from other travellers
Rain outside, cosy inside — perfect combo
🌄 The next morning…
Chances are you’ll wake up to:
- Clear skies
- Fresh air
- Mountains looking unreal
👉 That’s the Highland trade-off — and it’s worth it
👍 Final thought
Don’t check the forecast and panic.
Come anyway.
The weather isn’t something to avoid here —
it’s part of the experience.