Kinlochleven on the West Highland Way
Kinlochleven lies at the head of Loch Leven, a sea loch which has a scenic drive around either of the roads leading to the village. Nestled below towering mountains, Kinlochleven is on the main West Highland Way route - a 97 miles walk from Glasgow to Fort William.

Kinlochleven was once a tiny hamlet with a scattering of cottages. In 1907 an aluminium smelter was built and a new village was born. Surrounded by mountains and with an abundance of fresh water, Kinlochleven was an ideal location for a hydro-powered factory. Aluminium production stopped in 2000, but hydro generating continues.

New industries and tourism activities bring Kinlochleven many visitors throughout the year. The Atlas Brewery produces a fine range of cask conditioned beers from the old Carbon factory and tours can be arranged. Their beers are available in the village and in most good pubs in the area. Next door the the brewery is a new ice climbing wall. The Ice Factor provides an interesting experience for the casual visitor and specifically active rock or ice climbers.

The village has a variety of accommodation to offer visitors as well as several bars and restaurants, a library and exhibition, a fitness club, a superb village hall and a number of local stores. Lts of pleasant local walks and an opportunity to explore the hydro dam system are all possible. On a pleasant summer evening, Kinlochleven is a nice drive down from Fort William.