Reekie Linn Waterfall
Reekie Linn waterfall is on the River Isla, near Alyth, Perthshire. The “Reek” part of the name comes from the spume (water spray) effect, meaning smoke or mist. The name given to the falls in the early 19th century.
The “Linn” part of the name being Gaelic, meaning a dark or deep pool. This dates back to at least the Dark Ages.
Under normal conditions, Reekie Linn is a fall of 6 metres followed by one of 18 metres, however when in spate the two falls unite to form a single fall of 24 metres, making it one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Scotland.
Reekie Linn Waterfall
Reekie Linn waterfall is on the River Isla, near Alyth, Perthshire. The “Reek” part of the name comes from the spume (water spray) effect, meaning smoke or mist. The name given to the falls in the early 19th century.
The “Linn” part of the name being Gaelic, meaning a dark or deep pool. This dates back to at least the Dark Ages.
Under normal conditions, Reekie Linn is a fall of 6 metres followed by one of 18 metres, however when in spate the two falls unite to form a single fall of 24 metres, making it one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Scotland.