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Top 10 Magnificent Waterfalls in Scotland You Must See

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Plodda-Falls

Scotland is home to some of the most stunning natural treasures on earth, from lochs to heaths to animals. But more than just being beautiful, this area’s array of man-made waterfalls has been a wonderful source of inspiration for writers, environmentalists, and artists. Some of Scotland’s most stunning waterfalls can be found nationwide, hiding away in vast wilderness settings, and these are the ones you shouldn’t miss.

1. Plodda Falls

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Plodda-Falls

Plodda Falls is a breathtaking 151-foot water drop that can be seen close to the charming Victorian village of Tomich. The water from a neighboring loch cascades past the treetops while concealed within a canopy of fir trees. A newly built viewing platform that offers breathtaking views of the waterfall and the surrounding forest is now available for viewing the falls.

2. Wailing Widow Falls

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Wailing-Widow-Falls

The Wailing Widow Falls, a 50-foot waterfall of water gushing out of Loch na Gainmhich over a cliff edge and into a neighboring canyon below, may be reached after a quick ten-minute walk. The story of a deer hunter who perished after falling to his death while hunting centuries ago is said to be the source of the waterfall’s enigmatic name.

The very following day, his mother hurled herself over the falls after being overcome with sadness at her son’s sudden death. To access it, you might need to cross some watery and damp portions of land, so be sure to wear your wellington boots.

3. Mealt Falls

Mealt-Falls
Mealt-Falls

The 180-foot drop on the stunning Isle of Skye shoreline empties water into the Atlantic Ocean. Its name comes from Loch Mealt, where the water is supplied directly. To obtain the best views of both the waterfall and the shoreline, go to the lookout point that has been particularly constructed a short distance away from the Falls.

4. Linn of Quoich

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Linn-of-Quoich

The Linn of Quoich, a waterfall with its very own “punchbowl,” is actually a gorge with a little waterfall running through it. The “punchbowl” is a naturally occurring hole in the rocks that were created by the Water of Quoich. This serene location was surrounded by quiet pine trees, and Queen Victoria enjoyed visiting there, making it a popular tourist destination.

5. Falls of Glomach

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Falls-of-Glomach

The National Trust of Scotland manages and cares after Kintail, a mountainous region in the Northwest Highlands, including the Falls of Glomach, one of the tallest waterfalls in Britain with a 370-foot plunge.

It’s an 8-kilometer hike through the secluded countryside to get there, but it’s worth the trip. The Scottish Gaelic term “Glomach,” which translates to “hazy,” is thought to have given the falls their name since it described how the powerful waters appeared in the haze.

6. Grey Mare’s Tail

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Grey-Mare’s-Tail

This 200-foot hanging valley waterfall, part of the Grey Mare’s Tail Natural Reserve, receives its pristine water from the surrounding Loch Skeen. The European Union and the British Government have recognized Grey Mare’s Tail, the fifth-tallest waterfall in Britain, as a location of exceptional ecological and botanical interest, particularly as the habitat for several rare flower breeds.

Even historical evidence shows that Iron Age inhabitants may have once resided on the Moffat Hills next to the waterfall, which is now protected as a Special Area of Conservation.

7. Fairy Glen

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Fairy-Glen

The appropriately called Fairy Glen, which is home to not one but two waterfalls, is reached via a wonderful wooded walk that ends at the stunningly gorgeous rushing waters of the falls.

A well-dressing ceremony that took place centuries ago involved local children decorating a pool with flowers to ask the fairies to keep the village’s water supply clean for the villagers. This is how Fairy Glen got its name. Hugh Miller, a Scottish geologist and novelist who wrote extensively on the falls’ geological development is now known as Hugh Miller’s Glen.

8. Corrieshalloch Gorge

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Corrieshalloch-Gorge

The Gorge is officially a Category II Protected Area by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. It was created by glacial meltwaters that cut out the distinctive rock formations after the Quaternary Ice Period more than 2.5 million years ago.

Although its name means “ugly hollow” in Gaelic, don’t let that deter you from discovering this hidden gem. Crossing the Victorian suspension bridge allows adventure seekers to have an excellent view of the Falls of Measach below.

9. Dollar Glen

Dollar-Glen
Dollar-Glen

The Burns of Care and Sorrow, two converging streams that are found in the stunning Ochil Hills, and the Dollar Glen cascade are connected by a network of woodland paths. In addition, the region is home to more than 190 different lichen species and 100 different kinds of moss. The lush, wooded valley, which is located just east of Stirling, is home to numerous unique species of wildlife, especially birds.

10. Falls of Kirkaig

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Falls-of-Kirkaig

The Falls of Kirkaig, a 60-foot-tall strong cascade, is a well-liked location for birdwatchers. The falls’ name, which translates from an old Norwegian term to “place where church is,” is accessible by a local woodland walk and glen.

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