The stunning path to The Lost Valley of Glencoe (Hidden Valley) - a dramatic hike and destination!
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024
- This is what it's really like to walk up to one of Scotland's best off-the-beaten-track destinations. Join us as we hike from the car park at The Three Sisters of Glencoe to the Lost Valley (or Hidden Valley), tucked away amongst the stunning peaks in the Highlands of Scotland, where we set up camp for the night. This place is steeped in myth and legend, but what's it like to hike here on a beautiful weekend in the middle of summer?
We went up on the 12th and back down again on the 13th of August 2022.
DISCLAIMER: Don't underestimate any mountain walk in Scotland - we had calm summer weather, but this can be a different beast in winter, when it's wet, or in limited visibility. Please be safe!
There's a wee birthday surprise for me at the end, thanks Alicja :D
Music courtesy of epidemicsound.com
('Amidst the Stars' by Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen)
Hi, I’m Steve, a travel reviewer from Scotland. Join me on my adventures as I discover my own country, often visiting places for the first time, so hopefully it's as much of an eyeopener for you as it is for me! Don't expect expert opinion, just a very honest journey of discovery. Sometimes featuring my intrepid sidekick Alicja, sometimes featuring adventures beyond the borders of Scotland. Enjoy!
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This is the most frustrating thing about going through cancer and having bad legs, I pass that place alot but just can't get out and go for a walk due to the damage chemotherapy has done to me ☹ but with videos like this it makes me feel like I've seen it all, thank you both so much 👍
You have my sympathies chum, I have been walking the Scotttish hills for over fifty years and cycling and driving for almost as long. Comes as a real blow,when you can't do things you always took for granted. I used to think nothing of ten or fifteen miles,now half a mile to the shops and back without going on my backside is an acheivement
Steve's video's bring back a lot of memories. I actualy remember Tyndrum before the Green Welly Shop when we used to stop there fifty years ago in Landrovers and an old British Army Jeep. At that time there was a real character in the area called Gus who lived in nearby Glenorchy were we used to camp. Cop in Appin told us he was the best poacher in the West Highlands no one could ever catch him.
The lost valley appears to not have changed in thirty five years since I was last there. Thanks for the views Steve,and love your partner,Real Polish Lady.
You have my sympathies too. Take care and I hope you win the fight
Sympathies from a fellow sufferer, soon to have surgery. One good thing, frustrating as it may be that you can no longer fully enjoy it, you have a beautiful part of the world to experience. All the Best with your treatment.
Know your feeling mate, I have cancer and 20 years thyroid, so Steve’s walk in the sunshine, breath of fresh air
I am in the all clear and have been for a few years but the whole cancer/chemotherapy has ruined me so much I can barely walk 100 metres without being in severe pain, kayak fishing Loch etive is my passion now as I can sit down with my legs flat and that means everything in my situation 🙂
A lucky lord you are to have such a fun, talented and thoughtful lady.
Very true!!!
Beautiful hike !!! Alicja amazing, you are so fortunate to have a companion that will go on all your adventures with you no matter how difficult they are! My wife and I used to do that, but poor health has sidelined her, great memories though. Really enjoyed the hike!!!
Lord Stephen Marsh, has a good ring to it!
My wife and I were there 30 years ago from the US;
the next day we drove down into Glen Etive;
beautiful memories!
Firstly: congratulations on your birhday your Lordship.
Secondly: what a magnificent hike into the hidden valley. Thanks for sharing Steve and Alicja
Cheers Henk! Sure was a memorable birthday!
That was so cute. Here's to you Lord and Lady Glencoe. ❤❤
Another fantastic video Lord Stephen. Such a beautiful country.
Cheers Ally!
Yet another great video!!! Happy Birthday Steve👌 Lovely thoughtful presents Alicia, what a surprise 👏👏
Cheers Gordon! She's a wee star :)
First off, belated happy birthday, Lord Stephen!
Secondly, that scene at 1:49 when we first see the valley with Buachaille Etive Mòr in all is grandeur never fails to give my heart a lift.
Thanks for taking us along on your adventure. What fun! Cheers and ATB to you both!
And to you Erin! Oh it's a wonderful sight every time driving up that road, no matter the weather :)
Some years ago me and the missus were driving up Glencoe and me missus saw a sign pointing to the Hidden Valley. She said it cant be hidden very well if it signposted!!!
Lord Steve,thank you so much for taking us all on another adventure to places beyond where most of us can't or won't ever be able to see.A stunning part of beautiful Glencoe.
Also a belated birthday wish and what a smashing present from her ladyship.
As always Steve and Alijcia take care and stay safe.
The early morning sunlight @ 15:20 highlights the sharp mountain structure and brings them into stark relief in a beautiful manner. Such stunning scenery you've taken us into again. Thanks for bringing us along on your overnight jaunt and happy birthday Laird Steve Marsh. Stay safe you two.
Cheers Bob! :)
Cheers! It is so easy to film scenery and light like that!
I just loved the Coat of Arms Alicja made for you. What a special gift.
Gorgeous video, by the way. The scenery is incredible.
This has to be one of your best Lord Steve 😁 !! Really enjoyed watching and you even got SPOILT ! fthanks to Alicja. What a birthday 🎂
Cheers Paul! She did well eh!?
Thank you for taking me along on a hike that Ii couldn't do myself. I've driven through Glencoe and found it a bit depressing but maybe that was the weather! So thanks Steve, sorry, My Lord!
Haha aye the weather can sure close in pretty quick in those parts! Cheers :)
Egads! those bugs looked bad, but the surroundings are stunning.
Happy belated Birthday old chap.
Thanks a lot! All the bugs were invited to the party :)
Lord Steve!! Lovely walk in one of my favourite parts of Scotland. Thanks.
Thanks so much!
The opening with that music and the scenery...wow. I got goose bumps.
If anyone deserves the titles of Lord and Lady it’s you too. You make me smile with the things you get up to and the sincere enjoyment you exhibit in all your videos. Keep ‘em coming and thanks again.
Thanks a lot for that John!
Thank you for a wonderful video! I have driven through Glencoe so often and would still love to try and walk to the Hidden Valley. Congratulations on your Lordship! I'm glad you both had such beautiful weather and I loved the music you used in the video!
Thanks so much Anne!
My husband and I are in Scotland for 2 weeks this summer. We are actually staying about 90 minutes from Glencoe but we will definitely be visiting this place. It's possible to go to Scotland and not visit Glencoe. This walk looks amazing but I've always been nervous about doing it because of getting lost. We will be there in August though so I suppose there will be lots of people around. Who knows. I may be commenting on this video again at some point to say we did this. Fantastic video and thanks for posting.
Happy birthday for your recent one your lordship! Looks like you had a good trip apart from the pesky bugs 😆
Cheers mate! :) Aye, I'd forgotten how annoying they could be in summer in the highlands!
I made the same trek when I was young, 50 years ago, and it's great to see it again.
Lovely videos - all the best folks 👍😊
Thank you both so much for taking us with you on this stunningly beautiful walk. And congratulations Lord Marsh on your birthday present!
Well........ Lord Steve that was a real piece of Scotland with the obligatory midge's. Amazing place to visit deep in a glen with that "in the middle of nowhere" feel to it.
Good to see you're now a land owner in Glencoe, you'd better visit a few time a year in case of squatters!!!!!
Wonder if there's gold in then there hills???
Happy belated birthday.
Absolutely,the midges were there fifty years ago too. Once saw a whole R A F mountain rescue team beat it to the local pub because of them. It is not recorded what happened to the poor saps they were supposedly looking for,coud'nt have been important,probably an excercise.
Imagine it mate - gold in my wee square foot of land :D Cheers!
The best vid yet Your Lordship, if only all the royalty were so down to earth. Great how the pair of you "bounce" of each other. Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much Tom! :)
Hello Lord Stephen Marsh !! And Alicja, belated happy birthday Steve, and what a brilliant video, a what a lovely surprise for you Steve.👍👍
Wasn't it just! Cheers David!
Happy Birthday your lordship!
what a lovely walk up into the mountains, and some gorgeous scenery - and such a sight to wake up to. I'm far more about the creature comforts in person, but can very appreciate you bringing us this outing to watch.
Cheers Tom, after that night I was ready for my bed :)
Hi Lord Stephen, belated birthday wishes to you, what a fantastic present. What a brilliant stream of one of the best areas in Scotland one of my favourites. The scenery is spectacular and your photography is second to none. As always love to see you both out together. Absolutely fantastic stream. Safe travels
Thanks so much for that Brian!
You look a bit mad in your photo.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Steve and thanks for the super video.
Thanks so much!
That is superb, what an amazing birthday gift. Happy birthday 😁
Cheers Ryan!
nice vlog! happy belated birthday to you lord stephen marsh..nice touch off Alicia..Take care both of you ...Dave and charly. liverpool
Aaaawwweeeeee. That was lovely! Happy birthday Lord Steve (what a beautiful gift)
I think that was my absolute favourite site yet!
My Scottish girlfriend has a horror childhood story there that features the midges, so I was wondering how that was going to play out! Hope that you aren’t still scratching!
Thankyou both once again. It’s been a perfect finish to a Saturday night Australian time!
See you next year…preferably without the bugs 🐜
The midges were telling tales from their ancestors about when your girlfriend was there - still the talk of the glen!
@@steve-marsh ha ha ha. She would love that! Apparently Dad took the family out there and abandoned the idea in the middle of the night....swore that they would never do that again 😳
I've only been once to Scotland, and I was blown away by its natural beauty, seeing some of these shots, it really is a lovely place. Wales on steroids, incredible
What an amazing place and video Your Highness and Lady Alijica. Your humble servant from Australia.
Yes, I'm way to important now to reply, but thanks :D
Hiked this on New Years Day this year. Was an amazing hike in the winter. Wind, rain, snow. Fantastic stuff.
Sounds perfect mate!
Thanks guys , I really enjoyed this one & happy birthday Sir Steven. Also I love the Green Welly too, cheers Marilyn from Melbourne 😀
Cheers Marilyn! :)
This is so special to me because I am a McDonald from Glen Urquhart. I visited Glencoe by bus in 01/1957 and bus driver told the story of Glencoe massacre and at the end of story he said if there are any Campbells on board I’m not apologizing and that was so many years before! Barnie
Happy Birthday Lord Steven March.
That was a lovely thing to get. Thank you both for showing us this place .
From me in Irvine 🤗🤗
That is tremendous! We are both Lords of our small patch in Scotland. My wife got one for me and presented it on our anniversary get away in June of this year. I had no idea. Thank you both for sharing your time in such a beautiful country. Cheers.
Thanks so much fellow-important-person! :)
Hi Steve, another little gem from you guys once more & plus the beautiful piece of music 'Amidst The Stars' by Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen to end what more can I say? just perfect!
Hey Alistair, thanks so much!
I'm a Laird of Dunans though I've never seen my square foot of land! Great video, I have never been to hidden glen but now I know the way, will give it a wee run in the summer.
A lot less tourists and midges as the temperature drops, not been up there in a good few years, all the camper vans etc just started to get to me, no likey!
Thanks again fella.
Nice video.I walked to lost valley a lot of times and the midges are every time waiting for me 🫣.
Another delightfull journey you and Alicija have taken us on x thank you both xx
Thanks Jeanette!
Wow absolute stunning scenery. The Flower of Scotland.
Thank you, Lord and Lady Marsh. I can't go hiking for a while yet as I had an operation to correct a very flat foot in April. Maybe next year. My heartfelt condolences to the commentators who are recovering from or still undergoing chemotherapy.
I wish you a speedy recovery!
Stunning video my Lord. Glencoe reminds me of our trip to the Grand Tetons
Oh I love the Tetons! Stunning!
I really enjoyed this one. Y'all are very lucky to have each other. The Hidden Valley is on my bucket list, but I want to camp overnight there on a February 12th night into the morning of the 13th. To be awake for 5 am on the 13th, the anniversary of the betrayal and massacre of the MacDonald's of Glencoe.
To say prayers for the murdered and those who perished in the snow, that they find peace at last. (Remember, several are buried there in unmarked graves.)
They deserve peace.
I know how this will sound M'Lord, but I sincerely wish that the spirits of Dalrymple, Glenlyon, Duncanson and Hamilton be condemed to wandering there for all eternity; knowing no peace whatsoever.
Thank both y'all so much for taking this trip, and for sharing it with us.
I remain, your Lordship's most humble and obedient servant.
A powerful comment! Cheers Alex!
True, they do deserve peace! I've a clan friend who assures me that they are not at peace and he will not return to the Valley on those days, or that week for that matter.
He also told me once that the enmity between the two clans still abides to this day so they cannot be seated in the same venue like the Annual Clan Gathering at Edinburgh Castle. The gathering must be split into separate nights because of the continuing feud, well, this one among others too.
The Scots are mighty warriors and champions at carrying a grudge when deserved! In this case, I cannot blame them.
Looks amazing
That is a trek to write home about. Exactly the right length, perfectly beautiful, and a great place to rest at the end. A piece of wild paradise. Wow, just wow.
Have been up this morning. We were presented with the sighting of three deer on the last hump before we were on the bottom of the valley.
Tanks for this video, so I had an idea what I was going in to.
Superb! Love the quieter days when the deer are able to roam freely :)
Looks like a wonderful piece of Heaven thank you for sharing.
What a fabulous video. Such fab scenery and you two make it come alive. Such a happy and feel good watch. Thanks so much
Hey thanks for coming along Alister!
Amazing vlog as always from my favourite RUclipsrs. Scotland is beautiful, I have a week off in October, must do this walk. Thanks again for sharing your amazing trips.
Oh it'd be awesome in October! Cheers Richard!
Many thanks lord Steve, beautiful scenery lovely weather, what a nice treat.
Thanks John!
I stayed by the green welly few years back ,but enjoyed your walk
On this video xx
My wife and I visited the Three Sisters 26 years ago. This July the Danes will be back, touring the Highlands with our two kids, 20 and 23 years. Can't wait! :)
Glenco is beautiful, Happy belated birthday, lovely present Sir Stephen, love the shield
My Lord!!
Great video Steve, I've passed that valley so many times and I'll be passing it again on Monday on my way to Arisaig for a few days house hunting.
May I suggest AVON skin so soft as a midge solution. It's used by many in the armed forces and is very effective. It's available on Amazon, no midges and great skin!! It's a win win!!😁
Superb tip Larry - cheers for that! EDIT: have a great trip and good luck! :)
Aye, I wore the heck out of it during Desert Shield and Desert Storm instead of all of the Off! and other compounds we had pouring in to use. It works well and smells fresh without clogging the nose. ~~ Great call!
Ahh Alicija, that was a wicked ending. Really set off an excellant viewing.
She the best! :)
Happy Birthday Lord Stephen Marsh. Looks like you had a good one.
Amazing! Cheers mate!
Great video as usual Lord Steven and here's me thinking that I was the only one who puts that much pepper on my soup.
Haha cannae beat it :)
Absolutely stunning scenery and how spooky, we travelled through Glencoe only yesterday after a fab weeks holiday in amazing weather in Fort Augustus. I thought Alicja's birthday presents for you were just so special and unique, Lord Marsh 😄 and her own design of that fabulous Scottish Coat of Arms specifically for you was just.... as they say in Glasow "pure dead brilliant ". What a fantastic gift and lovely you shared that special moment with us. Thank you 😊 x
Great video Lord Steve! Happy Birthday!
Thanks so much Linda!
We did this ramble in 1992, like you we had the valley to ourselves but it was off season.
Nice! Aye, cannae beat it on your own with the occasional deer walking through :)
First Lord Stephen I must wish you a belated Happy Birthday and the wonderful coat of arms Alicja made 😉the hike was beautiful wear your boots and bring bug spray lol. But I would like to add that your a great spokesman for Scotland I’m from NJ and have learned info and facts I didn’t know hope to visit take care stay safe and many thanks to you both😘
Linda thanks so much for the kind comment :)
Another NJ resident here. I’m living my Scottish dreams through this channel. It’s so beautiful there!
@@cindym5302 exactly I feel the same way I know there’s English n Irish in my heritage and I’m sure there must be some scotch (not the beverage) I’m totally addicted 😉take care stay safe
Love your videos. The music matches the videos beautifully.
Thanks so much, I'm always nervous adding music, so I really appreciate it!
Yeah… (8:12) sorry to say: definitely your fault, Steve! 😉 🎉😂 Once again lovely video and beautiful views!
Great vid My Lord!! And Happy (belated) Birthday👏🏻😁
Cheers Kevin!
Watching this 2nd time, really enjoyed this video, Lord Stephen ,
I am honoured Christine!
Really loved this lovely video,have a smashing weekend and please stay safe debs fan xx 🤗🤗....
Great video. Loved the Coat of Arms. Well done Alicia. And long belated Happy Birthday, Lord Stephen.
Another excellent video. I cringe every time I see you guys walking on such narrow paths and rocks and stuff. If my knees could talk they would be saying No thank you. Not for me! What a wonderful inventive present. Lord Steven of Glencoe. And, you have your own coat of arms or is it coats of arm? Bravo Alicja!!! I never have figured that one out. Thank you once again for the work that you to do to take us on these wonderful excursions. Be well, stay safe, bring an electric fly swatter next time for the midges, love from Texas
Cheers Kate! She did an amazing job, and love the wee homemade drawing :) Aye, sometimes my lack of head for heights reminds me where we are!
Always better when you have someone who's into these 'adventures' as well. Also that soup did look great.
Lovely hike! and btw, I would eat a nice soup any chance I get haha, no matter how the weather is! 😀
Happy Birthday, m' lord. What a great present... access to the toilets!
The best perk of the membership :) Cheers Rich!
@@steve-marsh In all seriousness, congrats on the Lordship and ownership of the land. No matter how small... it must be a great feeling :)
Happy belated birthday Lord Stephen....what an honour and to think you were in Newfoundland before all this was bestowed upon you....imagine if you visit now!!! Seriously, it was a great video...what a gorgeous area & magnificent scenery....love all the mountains & pathways....sorry your overnight wasn't the best but you guys always make the best of everything!! Cheers!
Cheers Bob! The overnight memories have faded and just left the good stuff :)
great as always and happy belated birthday Steve, sorry, Lord Steven.🤣
Better! :D Cheers Sam!
She's Awesome! What a great surprise! And a Sobeys Bag from right here in good old Nova Scotia!
Loved it the drive the scenery was lucky enough to have driven through Glencoe in June the memories are so fresh after watching you
Cheers Graham!
What a great video! My heart is warm and you two are the best.
M'Lord, tis a splended patch you have! Superb video and your Lady looks well with you!
Some absolutely stunning scenery throughout the video mate. The weather played its part which is also a huge bonus haha 🏴 ☀️🔥 many happy returns of the day to ye also mate, don’t look a day over 21 😎
The Glencoe valley is stunning in its views and saturated in tragic history. Steve's comment in the video description about how weather affects the rugged walks, reminded me of the heavy snows the massacre survivors had to experience in their escaping trek away from their assailants. Many did not survive their travails and that history of treachery always overhangs this beautiful part of Scotland.
Beannaich Dia na h-Albannaich anns a ’Ghàidhlig! ~~ Seas gu cinnteach
May the Lord God of the Scots Bless you! ~~Stand Sure [Anderson family motto]
Haha cheers Arron! :)
Happy birthday Steve 👏👏
Cheers! :)
Fabulous video Lord Steve, Lady Alicja has done you proud. Love watching you two on your trips xx
I must admit I'm glad we were back in Scotland, the scenery and the atmosphere of the place and so full of history....magic! The late birthday present was the icing on the cake...what an ending, great work Alicja. I am a Laird of a plot of land at Dunan Castle, Argyll, bought for me by my stepson at Christmas.... so welcome to the landowners clan Steve..!! Oh I love the skirl o' the pipes, memories from my youth, ah wish ah wiz back hame....!!
👏 Hubby is Laird to a plot of land outside Dunfermline. We’re visiting in 4 weeks from 🇦🇺. Welcome another landowner.
We need to have a posh get-together sometime and talk about important stuff
Hey Thomas! Glad to converse with another important chap :)
Love it Lord Stephen - happy birthday mate!
Cheers Bruce! :)
Hi you guys ! I just have to say we stayed in ballendash/lettermore. We just left a few days ago . My husband kept saying wonder if we will Steve lol .You drove right by the house we stayed at for two weeks . We love your videos if your ever come to Dallas Tx give us shout ..
Jules and Dan
Haha no way :) Cheers guys, hope you had a fab time!
amazing video work Steve,and the camera is held.
Thanks so much!
Some great wee waterfalls on that hike! Lovely scenery! And happy birthday Lord Marsh! 😀
Cheers Roger! LOVED your last video btw!
Just a great video! The scenery was fantastic. And now you have become nobility! You have a title of a lord, own a parcel of a forest and your own crest. Next I suppose you will have a family tartan and start wearing a kilt. Just be careful of up drafts. You two stay well and be safe.
Haha love it! Cheers Robert! :)
Your Lord & Ladyship of Glencoe.
Another beautiful video.
Cheers Derek! :)
Oh the legendary Green Welly Stop! Their full Scottish breakfast is second to none! 😋
Incredible scenery and a great video, my lord......お誕生日おめでとう! Happy Birthday.....What a stunning present! Thank you both.
Wasn't it just! She's a wee star :)
You should have triple the subscribers at least! Your walks and trips are so entertaining and beautiful and this one made me think how much more hearty the Scots are to climb those rocks and call them a 'path' than us over the pond. What a grand way to end the video, Lord of Glencoe!
Happy Birthday LORD Steve.
May you gave many more 😇
Alicja, well done, you are full of wonderful surprises 👍
This was a wonderful tour encompassing sights sounds etc.
Kudos to you all 👍👌
Thanks so much from the Lord and Lay of Glencoe :D
Welcome neighbour from Laird Billy! Great coat of arms Alijcia!
Love that area around Glen Coe . Went through there in 2019 on our motorcycle adventure. Always enjoy your adventures
Wow and now you're a Lord what an eventful hike! One I couldn't do but enjoyed going with you two. Thanks.