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Easan Bana

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Woodland, Valley, Riverside

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Photo: N Chadwick via Geograph.org.uk

Easan Bana is a run of cascades in Flowerdale Glen, near Gairloch in the north-west Highlands. The water comes down a wooded hillside in a series of low falls, fullest after heavy rain and modest in dry spells. An easy walk of a couple of miles from Flowerdale leads to it, past other small falls in ...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

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Staycations:

4 day, 5 overnight

Old Inn - Gairloch​, Charleston House Café & Bar – Gairloch, The Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch​

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Easan Bana?
Flowerdale Glen contains this lovely waterfall, which sits near Gairloch in the Highland region of Scotland. Walkers can access the stream by following a well-signed footpath leading through the woodland.

What type of place is Easan Bana?
Easan Bana is a waterfall near Gairloch in the northwest coast of Scotland.

When is the best time to visit Easan Bana?
Spring to autumn offers the ideal weather conditions for exploring the surrounding valley trails. Choosing the early morning hours helps you avoid the larger walking groups that tend to gather later in the day.

What can you do at Easan Bana?
Hiking along the riverside path provides excellent views of the cascading water crashing over dark rock faces. Photography enthusiasts can capture the mist rising through the oak and birch trees.

How long should I spend at Easan Bana?
Allocating around an hour gives you plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and complete the forest walk. Extending your stay makes sense if you wish to tackle longer trails deeper within the glen.

Where do I park at Easan Bana?
Motorists can use nine nearby spaces, a total split into four day and five overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Easan Bana?
Old Inn - Gairloch, Charleston House Café & Bar – Gairloch, and The Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch provide three dining options in the local area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Easan Bana?
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel offers a place to spend the night close to the glen. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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