Rainbow over the River Etive, Glen Etive, Arygll, Scotland

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The River Etive rises on the peaks surrounding Rannoch Moor, with several tributary streams coming together at the Kings House Hotel, at the head of Glen Coe. The river flows through Glen Etive, draining into Loch Etive.

For white water kayakers, the river is considered to be one of the most challenging white water kayaking routes in Scotland, including grade 4 rapids with a range of waterfalls and pools.

The river was peaceful when this picture was taken. After a period of heave rain the level rises by about a metre over a fairly short period of time resulting in a much more active scene.

A small, single track road runs alongside the river for its 18km course to the loch – this road is widely regarded as one of the most picturesque roads in all of Scotland.