Where kayakers take the plunge

Through beautiful Glen Etive runs a short river of the same name.

It might just be 11 miles long, but the River Etive is considered by kayakers to be one of the best in Scotland.

The section from the road bridge to Dalness in particular is regarded as a classic white-water run. This three-mile section consists of Grade 3 and 4 rapids, falls and plunge pools.

As well as walkers and kayakers, the glen is popular with wild campers – in summer there can be scores of tents lining the roadside and grassy banks of the lower reaches of the river.

While the vast majority of visitors treat the environment with the appropriate care and respect, not all are so considerate.

Sadly, in recent years – particularly after holiday weekends – considerable amounts of rubbish can be left behind, including abandoned tents and sleeping bags.