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South Lanarkshire

Boardwalk by the River – Falls of Clyde (Waterfalls) loop from New Lanark WHS

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South Lanarkshire

Boardwalk by the River – Falls of Clyde (Waterfalls) loop from New Lanark WHS

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Boardwalk by the River – Falls of Clyde (Waterfalls) loop from New Lanark WHS

02:52

10.4km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

687 m

Boardwalk by the River

Highlight • Trail

There is an abundance of wildlife and plants to see along the boardwalk. Very accessible and there are benches dotted along the walk.

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2

1.06 km

Stone Cottage and Wildlife Garden

Highlight • Settlement

The wildlife garden is a great place to stop and spot little creatures, great for the kids.

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3

1.10 km

Clyde the Badger Mural — Falls of Clyde

Highlight • Monument

Good photo opportunity

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4

1.43 km

View of Corra Linn Waterfall

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the best views of a waterfall in Scotland. An enjoyable walk from the visitor centre, you can’t miss it, plenty of space to view and safety railing.

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5

2.49 km

Falls of Clyde (Waterfalls)

Highlight • Waterfall

Falls of Clyde Nature Reserve is famous for stunning waterfalls and scenic woodland. Over 100 bird species have been recorded in the reserve, as well as Daubenton’s bats, badgers, otters, and many insect species. For more information, visit: scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/reserve/falls-of-clyde.

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6

2.57 km

Old Metal Bridge Over River

Highlight • Bridge

Highest point of my tour, have made here on the river a little break ... the water splashes past one ... really nice.

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7

3.89 km

View of the Falls of Clyde

Highlight • Viewpoint

8

3.92 km

View of Corra Linn from the north viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falls_of_Clyde_(waterfalls)

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B

10.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.16 km

3.63 km

1.05 km

924 m

617 m

Surfaces

4.41 km

2.11 km

2.08 km

970 m

567 m

250 m

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Highest point (180 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

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5°C

57 %

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