Why go
Corra Linn and Bonnington Linn reward a dedicated outdoor excursion for people comfortable on gorge paths. The Clyde here feels far removed from the city’s riverfront. Give the route daylight and attention: unfenced edges, slippery surfaces and changing water levels make it a walk to plan carefully.
What to look for
- Corra Linn viewed from the marked trail
- Bonnington Linn farther along the gorge
- Woodland surrounding the River Clyde
The full story
The Falls of Clyde are a series of waterfalls on the river near New Lanark. Bonnington Linn, Corra Linn and Dundaff Linn lie above the former mill village, while Stonebyres Linn sits farther downstream. That spread matters when planning a walk: the name describes a river landscape rather than one lookout beside a car park. The wooded gorge has drawn visitors for generations, in part because the dramatic water and steep sides contrast so sharply with the gentler Clyde seen in Glasgow. Today the reserve protects both scenery and wildlife. Corra Linn is the most striking named fall on the usual upper route, but safe views come from the path rather than the edge of the cliffs. A visit works best as a daylight excursion with enough time to enjoy the woodland as well as the cascades.
Useful to know
- Treat the gorge as a substantial trip from Glasgow, not a short city detour.
- Stay on marked paths; steep unfenced drops and wet ground make shortcuts unsafe.
- Check current trail guidance and river conditions before setting out.