Wild Loch Swimming and Hiking the Lost Valley, Glencoe

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

Amazing landscabes and beautiful video.I enjoyed it very much. Thanks for sharing. Hope to see more from your channel. Have a great day.

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. It's a stunning place, really atmospheric. I'm just popping over to your channel now - wow it looks like you have some incredible adventures. Thank you for taking the time to watch, all the best to you :)

[@adeledesolla1404]

Chloe, you seem to be so alive there! Its beautiful. x

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

That is a wonderful observation Adele... I definitely felt more alive there than in most places I've been, but didn't consciously realise that until now! It was so beautiful, but also the landscape had a really strong atmosphere to it too... I can't quite put into words how it felt, but it really unlocked something in me. It's a really special area, I can see why it's one of the most popular places to visit in Scotland x

[@Top.Mallorca]

Wonderful hiking! Beautiful images of the bird! Greetings from Palma de Mallorca 👍

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you! The raven was pretty spectacular. We had a big contrast there in weather to Palma de Mallorca for sure 😂

[@mountainmantararua8824]

Hello Cloe Rose, couldn't help but notice the long stemmed white fluffy (plume) plants that you see from the window. They look very much like our 'ToeToe' (AustrodriaToetoe) plant that is a native of NZ. There is the South American Pampas grass that looks like our 'ToeToe'. If it is 'ToeToe' (said as toytoy) then it is a good survival food, It is a distant cousin of the 'Sugarbeet' plant . If you follow the stem down to the root and cut the stem at its base you can chew it. It contains sugars and starches. Chew it and then spit out the fibers (only when the stem is green). The fluffy part can be wrapped in a handkerchief and used as padding on a wound. I am very surprised to see it in Scotland. It is one of hundreds that I instruct in the use of. Enjoyed the video ATB Cheers from the mountains of NZ 😀😀

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

That is so interesting... I'm not actually confident on it's ID myself. I am very weak on my flora, much better at fauna. I would have said Pampas grass, but only because that's the only plant I was aware of that looked like it... having looked up your ToeToe now, they look incredibly similar! It's not common at all here in Scotland, the only times I've seen it have been in gardens, so I think it must be an import people have planted themselves. Amazing to hear of all it's useful properties.... ethnobotany is something I would love to dedicate time to in the future. You must have such a wealth of knowledge (and such useful knowledge too!).

[@graemesaunderson4218]

Very well done. Welcome to Scotland. I have a feeling your going to love it here. ATB

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thanks Graeme! I am so grateful to be here... what an incredible country (not that you need me to tell you that!). I am already loved it here after just a few weeks... what a place.

[@dearmountains3431]

What a special place❣❣so fun to enjoy your swimming. But it looks cold. . . Ahaha😅 Thanks for bringing us along for all the great adventures! Looking forward to the next one💞💞

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

It was EXTREMELY cold haha... I am not sure I will be doing that every trip! Thank you for coming along with me!

[@clarits]

super nice and beautiful place. i enjoyed watching this video. have a great and nice weekend

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Agreed, I think it is one of the most beautiful places U have ever been. Thank you for taking the time to watch, and I hope you have a lovely week :)

[@Jim-iw1yd]

Brave you ! Well done, good video, such fantastic scenery in that part of the world.

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

I tell you Jim, I did not feel brave at the time - it took me a good ole time to get in! Completely agree, it is stunning there, it really captured my heart... I will definitely be back. So glad you enjoyed it, thank you for taking the time to watch :)

[@europa1387]

Looked a great trip. Hoping to take my kids upto Scotland in the autumn.

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

It was one of my favourites I've ever taken! I hope you get to take your kids up. My trips to Scotland as a child are some of my most vivid memories - it made me feel so wild and free :)

[@gmctedd]

Great news about your move, can’t wait for more videos of walks in Highlands.😃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you! I am so happy to be living here now, and I'm already in love with the Highlands... so excited to show you more videos here!

[@lynnb_and_ky_springer_spaniel]

Oh Chloe! That was fabulous. I switched on this morning and four of the channels I subscribe to came up with new videos, but I had to watch yours first. As always, it didn't disappoint and I loved every minute. It's an incredible place, so beautiful and I am green with envy (not of your dip in Leven though Haha); you were very brave. The little hobbit cabin was so sweet, had all you need, and the views, just wow. Ha, thanks for the mention, that made me chuckle. I can't wait to see more of your adventures, it's going to be amazing for you, living your dream. Thank you for sharing

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Ah Lynn, I am so flattered to be first! And I am glad I was able to deliver... this was probably my favourite one so far to film and edit, so I am so glad you enjoyed it too. Haha, I do not blame you for not being jealous of the dip... it was bordering on stupidly cold 😂 Time to get a wetsuit I think! I feel truly lucky to now be living a life I've dreamt of... and can't wait to share more with you. If you can't be in Scotland yourself, I'll bring you here instead through videos!

[@lynnb_and_ky_springer_spaniel]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison that will be lovely until we can finally get up there again Chloe. We shall look forward to seeing them, keep them coming 👌 your filming and editing is fab! And not forgetting your choice of music. It doesn’t go unnoticed. Keep living the dream, I wish I was young again 🥰

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

@@lynnb_and_ky_springer_spaniel Thank you ☺ Never too young or old to live the dream...

[@WyeExplorer]

Fantastic Chloe. I must say I've swam wild my whole life and although cold has been a part of it there's never been a complaint afterwards. It's the same for you it appears. You simply get out buzzing and hey mellow as a cello later. Lovely cabin - always nice. But it was the lost valley I was looking forward to. I was up there in 2017 in the exact same conditions but with scenery and a trail like that it did not matter at all especially when reaching the awesome valley up top. If you want to see my version it's called: The Lost Valley Glencoe - Discovering Scotland. Well, good going - you've been about lately. Mark

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

I can really see now why it's been a part of your life. I've been very slow, and honestly rather resistant to the uptake (me and cold don't normally cope very well together!) but the benefits are clear and it is really helping to rewrite my relationship with cold, which is wonderful. You are right, the weather doesn't affect the enjoyment of the valley at all does it (and arguably adds to it). Such an epic place, I will definitely check your experience out. Thank you Mark, all the best :)

[@WyeExplorer]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison Ah, once a swimmer always one I say Chloe. I like that - rewrite our relationship with cold. We can get soft. Yes, the weather is perfect whatever - can't wish any of it away. A pleasure.

[@haydnthomasphotography8084]

It’s an awesome place eh, you wait till it snows, it’ll blow your mind. Great video Clo, I’m glad you took me with you, can’t wait to see where you go next! X

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

I know, I can't wait... I can't even remember the last time we saw proper snow in the south, and I certainly haven't been anywhere else in the world to see it either. It'll be a whole new world for me! Can't wait to share more adventures!

[@haydnthomasphotography8084]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison OMG, never been in proper snow, well that’ll change this winter for you. I’ve been on top of the mountains in the Glencoe pass in January with snow up to my waist, and the snow can be so bad they shut the Glencoe pass road!😬xx

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

@@haydnthomasphotography8084 I don't think I'm gonna know whats hit me 😅 Crikey I can't even imagine snow like that...

[@jackasnacks]

Awesome guys!

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you! Epic trip in an epic location... we will be heading back at some point for sure!

[@moe_1886]

What an absolutely stunning place! Just everywhere and everything you look at is breath taking. I've been wanting to go to Scotland for so long now, especially as I've been watching quite a few YT videos of people wild camping, hiking or driving around Scotland, so I'm hoping to get there next year when I'm back in the UK. Just got to do it! 😊 As for the 'wild' swim 😜 I'd be more like you, hopping about, taking deep breaths and taking an age to get in! 😂 I could literally 'feel' how cold it was through my screen 🥶 that I had to turn my heater up!!! 🤣 Congratulations on your move to Scotland as well, and thanks for another lovely episode Chloe 😎

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Isn't it just! I spent the whole time just telling myself 'wow' and trying (and failing!) to take it all in. If you can make it to Scotland that would be amazing - you will not regret it I can assure you! I don't know how people gracefully walk into cold water and act like it isn't utterly freezing honestly 😂 Thank you so much for all the support!

[@calatoruldac]

Hello my friend 🤗 Greetings from România 🇷🇴and have a beautiful day 👍

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you! I hope you are well, all the best to you 😊

[@daniel.d2150]

Just me again! I had to delete my old account as it was playing up. So glad to be back and look forward to more new videos. Blessings to you Josh and your mum. Me in Scotland.

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Great to have you back Daniel! Thank you for all your support, all the best to you as always! :)

[@garywatson6886]

Gorgeous video again Chloe! Thanks so much. Took myself on a road trip round half of Scotland last year. I past through the Glencoe area on my way to Fort William. Thanks for showing us around a bit. I came back via the Cairngorms such an amazing landscape. Can't wait to see those videos! 😊

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you Gary! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. That must have been an epic road trip... you must have seen so much of the country, I can't wait to explore it myself. Agreed - I've only been in the Cairngorms a couple of times now but it is just incredible. I can't wait to share those trips with you! Thank you for taking the time to watch :)

[@ATravelerOfWorlds]

This was spectacular! Love that hobbit hole hut you stayed at, it looked so cozy and fitted perfect in those surroundings. I'm proud of you for taking that wild swim, and you're right; it would almost be disrespectful not to in such a majestic place haha I can't get over those views! It's like you went through a portal to another realm or something. It's just breathtaking and you filmed it so beautifully! When you walked up that mountain with valley in the background, it gave such good perspective of how small you were in these surroundings. Those trails looked a little sketchy though, I can imagine that you need good shoes for that especially with that kind of weather that makes it slippery. Ohh and those last shots with the blue skies, sheep, the sun on the mountains - I'm blown away. I have to go there! And I hope that your dreams come true, that you'll get a piece of land one day that made you feel like how you felt in this video. Just amazing! And I can't wait for your new adventures!

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Yes, another realm, that is exactly what it felt like! I am glad a bit of the scale of the landscape came through. It can be hard to capture such vast mountains on a tiny phone! It definitely felt a little sketchy in places, especially when scrambling alongside raging water. I definitely wouldn't have done it if I didn't trust the grip on my boots. I think you would love it there! I felt so inspired to paint... I would love to see you make an image of those landscapes with your skill. If I ever own such a piece of land I will surely invite you over to enjoy it!

[@musicnature007]

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[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

It's so gorgeous there... I already want to go back. Thank you for taking the time to watch :)

[@cliveeariss880]

Hello Chloe, very good video, I love this place and have been around Scotland a great deal, well done on your channel, lots of content so well done, all the best...Clive, right edit work todo now, and my coffee :)

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thanks Clive! I haven't explored Scotland as much as you have, but fully intend to change that now I'm living here, and can't wait to share it with you. Best of luck with your edit (coffee is a much needed ally when it comes to that work haha!)

[@DaysWellTraveled]

That wild swim looked cold!!! Oh, my God! You and Josh are daring! Put me on the side of a mountain any day, but I'm a big baby with cold water. Loved your hike up the three sisters. I always enjoy the way you describe natural. I could listen to that all day. Nice job Chloe. That was big news at the end. Scotland is going to be amazing! Can't wait to see more of Scotland through your videos.

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

It was absolutely freezing Peter, my body was numb the instant it touched the water! I have always been the same in regards to cold water... but felt compelled to give it a go just this once. I can't wait to show you around more of Scotland... this country is incredible!

[@DaysWellTraveled]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison Wow! I’m looking forward to it!

[@arthurhamlin9998]

Hello Chloe. You had asked me the other day in a comment on another channel about what I've experienced since I've been earthing/grounding. The main benefit is better quality sleep. I used to have really bad occurrences of insomnia, now I don't. And I generally have an overall feeling of well being. I sleep grounded and ground as much as possible during the day. It really works. I have family and friends who are skeptical and all I tell them is to try it for themselves. Might I suggest you look this lady up on KZbin...Dr. Laura Koniver. She has many great videos on earthing. I love your videos and send best wishes to you and Josh. ✌️

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Hello Arthur! Really wonderful to hear from you, thank you so much for taking the time to respond to me. Your experience sounds wonderful - and appeals greatly to me as I have very fitful sleep, so if grounding could help me in a similar way, that would be amazing. I will definitely look up Dr. Laura Koniver, thank you for the suggestion. All the best to you too :)

[@UmeshPerera]

So beautiful Chloe, thank you for sharing. I love doing similar things. Inspiring, beautiful, honest video, 🙏❤️☺️ umesh

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you Umesh! It's always lovely to hear from likeminded people. There's nothing like spending time in nature is there :)

[@michaelatkinson8291]

Hi Chloe. Respect for you & Josh for getting in the cold loch. It wouldn't so much be wild swimming for me as wild drowning :-) Beautiful landscapes in any weather but Glencoe I think more than anywhere else in Scotland suits the mist & rain. It is easy to get lost in the atmosphere of the place given it's sad history. Absolutely delighted to hear of your re-location. I have spent so many summer holidays around Aviemore & Nethy Bridge in one of my favourite areas on Earth, the Cairngorms. I hope to bump into you some day maybe in the Rothiemurchus forest, the Laraig Ghru, Loch an Eilean or maybe Ben Macdui. Take care mate xx

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Haha, if I'm honest, I can't really claim to have wild swam either - more like a wild 'dip'! I agree - rainy/misty conditions can make hiking difficult at times, but I think it's definitely the most beautiful weather for the landscape. Especially if you're all cosy in a hut! I am feeling so lucky to have moved here, and cannot wait to share more videos with you. Hopefully a few of them might be visiting places you've hiked too - I'd love to hear if there is any cross over. I would absolutely love it if we crossed paths! What a story that would be, bumping into one another in the wilds of the Cairngorms... all the best Michael :) x

[@frazercozens5572]

Great video just starting to get into a bit of wild swimming with the wife the accomodation looked amazing we stayed at Glencoe this year whilst hiking the west highland way it's an amazing place and somewhere I will go back to

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

How are you both finding the wild swimming?! I am also just getting into it. My body definitely struggles with the cold, but hopefully, I can improve that... I love how it makes you feel after, so alert and happy. I completely agree, I also will definitely go back! Such a stunning area. Amazing that you did the West Highland Way! I hope you enjoyed it and that the weather was favourable for you. It's on my list to do, I'd love to do that trail.

[@frazercozens5572]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison Hi Chloe the WHW is a fantastic hike and a great starter if you have never done anything like it before. Now the weather has turned slightly milder down here in Dorset were tempted to go for a quick paddle along the coast during the Xmas break. I hope you have a great Christmas.

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

@@frazercozens5572 Yes I've heard that said before, so I think it definitely sounds one that would suit me. I am hoping to maybe fit it in this year, we will see. I'm in Sussex for Christmas experiencing the same milder temperatures as you... I'd feel tempted for a paddle too if I were near the coast! Thank you Frazer, I hope you have a wonderful Christmas too.

[@frederickmagill9454]

Crikey you two are mad. Such cold water, however great vid, thanks💦👍👍

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Haha, I felt a bit mad myself Frederick! I NEVER do anything like that normally, it was all Josh's ideas. Sometimes you just need someone to push you out of your comfort zone - and I really enjoyed it :) But boy was it cold! Thanks for taking the time to watch :)

[@christopherokeefe7783]

Great posting Chloe! You’ve really upped your content game recently with your “Wild” series…looking forward to more of your and Josh’s excellent adventures!

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you Christopher! I feel like I've really 'lived' these past couple of months going a little wilder, so I am really glad you're enjoying this content... can't wait to share more with you!

[@petr-podrouzek]

Super ! 🙂

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thanks Petr! It was an epic landscape, I loved it there.

[@BFNLIONBUZZ]

Exciting; thanks for sharing. Enjoy your subs

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you for taking the time to watch! It's lovely to welcome you here :)

[@kippdeefamily5875]

Loved watching this! We love wild swimming, back at the beginning of 2020 we were in Russia heading to Japan and we swam in the sea of Japan...it was frozen and they had cut out a hole in the ice. We paid the equivalent of £2 for the privilege. It was so cold, fair to say I only dunked myself in! Waterproof trousers are on my list too. My current pair are so old and definitely not waterproof anymore...the wet Welsh weather in October last year showed me just how questionable their waterproof-ness was 😂

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Crikey, now THAT sounds truly cold - this loch was probably 'warm' compared to the temperature you must have experienced there. I'm impressed you managed a dunk! I have had a very similar experience recently myself, the upgrade is very much needed 😂

[@lewisgardner1660]

What do you do for work Chloe? Is it something to do with the great outdoors?

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Hi Lewis - yes, it is! I work in conservation - they're desk-based jobs, but working to protect the outdoors and the species that live there. I love it :)

[@1951woodygeo]

Wild swimming is good for you .

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Yes! That is why I am trying to get myself to try it more... I'm getting there, slowly!

[@1951woodygeo]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison You will just don’t rush it . Acclimatise your body to it .

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

@@1951woodygeo Absolutely, great advice George.

[@JimCrossan]

Pop up to Kyle and see the Isle of Skye... My favorite place Glen Coe.. Thanks :)

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you for taking the time to watch Jim! Funny you should say that, I am hoping to go on a long weekend visit to Skye this weekend... it's top of my list to go and see. Hopefully I make it over and can share it with you!

[@_stateofmind_]

Hi, really nice video, thanks for sharing, have a lovely day x you have my full support, new sub :)

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thank you, I am so glad you enjoyed it! It's lovely to welcome you here, wishing you all the best :) x

[@garyvigor]

Congratulations on relocating to Scotland. You will need proper water proof now 🤣🤣

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Thanks Gary! Oh don't I know it 😂😂 They are bumped right up to the top of my 'gear to buy' list 😂

[@PlexusNarra]

Hi Chloe coming to Aviemore on 4th of February start my first Scottish wild camp via train get a bus outside station take me into tourist information office think it's the 37 got midge net midge spray just in case been eaten alive in pass by them itchy red lumps woke up using tarp lesson learned going to lake morlich any info on area appreciated shops heard good camping shop's get what u need gas for stove told of a youth hostel in Aviemore can stay in if weather bad book early rooms go apparently out of my comfort zone first adventure of the year might be ok midges be out full force in summer take never know be prepared not nice bitten lumps take weeks to go as well taking no chances lol

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Oh how exciting!! The whole area is so gorgeous at the moment with all the snow. There's literally every camping/outdoor store going in Aviemore, so you will have no trouble at all getting hold of whatever you need. And one of the blessings at this time of year is that you don't have to worry about midgies! They are fair-weather summer fellows and don't like the cold at this time of year. There's a nice loop near Loch Morlich that goes up the corbett Meall a' Bhuachaille if you like that kind of walk (www.walkhighlands.co.uk/cairngorms/meallabhuachaille.shtml) - although with it being winter, you'd need to look at weather carefully etc. and decide if you have the right gear to go up. It's nothing like going up Cairn Gorm or Ben Macdui but in winter you can never be too careful. If staying low, then the forests all around Loch Morlich are beautiful, and you can also hike along to the Green Loch from there which would give you good hilly snowy views without having to go up them. I hope you get some good weather!

[@PlexusNarra]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison thank you for the info come in handy for first solo trip wild camping experience in Cairngorms aware of bothys can be used if weather turns bad follow code if busy should be ok otherwise good to know plenty outdoor shops in Aviemore for supplies basically gas for stove dried food summit products take with me water not issue got equipment for that plenty of streams to refill in Cairngorms national park can't wait to be out n about this year first trip of year either Aviemore or kingusse starting point not decieded as yet coming via train know of the 37 bus been told outside Aviemore station take me into lake morlich for a couple of pound gonna stay in few bnbs as well gypsy hut is one booked in on my adventures sad to hear about Dartmoor not us real campers cause the issues spoiled for everyone not a fan of tent pitches camp sites like my own space away from society whole point of it to be with one's self solitude of nature should start making you tube videos looking forward to Ur escapades this year inspired alot of people including myself get out there out Ur comfort zone does my mental health the world of good found a niche enjoy it love the sunsets star shows sun rises and walking for miles Os map and compass taking with me can't rely on phone signal problems appreciate it thank you for advice getting back to me Chloe 👍

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

@@PlexusNarra Yes absolutely, and the bothys can be great fun as a place to stay out of choice too! Ryvoan bothy is really accessible to get to, and just a bit further up from the Green loch so worth checking out just to look at even if you don't ever want to stay in one. Sounds like you've planned really well around food and water. Yes I was very sad and angry to hear about Dartmoor... it's a very different experience camping in the wild to on a camp ground isn't it, and it feels like a basic right of us all to be able to just go outside and enjoy the land. I know exactly what you mean about the solitude, nature, and mental health, that's exactly how I feel too. Let me know how your trip goes Andrew, I hope you get some good weather days!

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

@@PlexusNarra Hey Andrew, how did your Cairngorms trip go? I hope you had a great time 🙂

[@PlexusNarra]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison it was a great absolute loved it up there and the freedom to wild camp was even better great pitches it was on the cold side took full pack 70 litres equipment needed wind was pretty bad couple of nights so didt get much sleep but it was the experience overall out of my comfort zone the lochs are fantastic final night treated myself to the Cairngorms hotel before returning home no midges return in summer different again enjoyed it apart from the gale's not seen half of it Cairngorms national park is enormous the environment I was in mountain landscapes views fantastic first trip this year returning in summer water was easy to find flowing streams readily available the shops in Aviemore are brilliant easy enough to get supplies need few days know why so popular ski season saw the reindeers lake morlich was fantastic everything about the place escapism done it first trip done this year looking forward to seeing Ur adventures this year inspired alot of people get out in the open do solo camp can do anything mindset get over that hurdle become strong achieve anything in life

[@234cheech]

srry its not for sale

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

Haha yes I know! Just dreaming of owning a piece of land like that one day...

[@jianxiong69]

Too much talking, not enough swimming...😜Beautiful spot though!

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

That was partly me trying to put off getting fully in the water! But I also just stopped filming when I was properly swimming so I could fully immerse in the moment :) It was an absolutely stunning spot! You sometimes get seals there too, it would be a magical experience to swim with them around.

[@jianxiong69]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison wow...Sounds absolutely heavenly! Is this in Wales or Scotland?

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

@@jianxiong69 It was a special place! This is in Scotland, on the west coast. In a beautiful area called the Glencoe Valley.

[@jianxiong69]

@@ChloeRoseHarrison 💗🙏 would love to go there one day...

[@ChloeRoseHarrison]

@@jianxiong69 If you ever get the chance I can't recommend it enough! It is one of my favourite places in the world.