Falls of the Braan Waterfall

Dramatic waterfall within Hermitage woodland, Perthshire

The Falls of the Braan at The Hermitage near Dunkeld feature riverside trails, pine wood and Ossian's Hall viewpoints; visitors come for waterfall views, salmon runs and 18th‑century designed landscape features.

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The Hermitage, about 2 miles (3 km) south of Dunkeld, Perthshire, Scotland
56.55, -3.63333
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How to Get to Falls of the Braan#

The Hermitage and the Falls of the Braan are located near Dunkeld, Perthshire. From Dunkeld village, follow local signs to The Hermitage car park (approximately 2-3 miles/3-5 km south); the site is also reachable from the A9 corridor with local parking and waymarked paths.

Tips for Visiting Falls of the Braan#

  • Combine the visit with Ossian's Hall and the surrounding Hermitage walk to see multiple views of the River Braan.
  • Bring a camera with a zoom lens for compositions of the cascade framed by Douglas firs and Scots pine.
  • If visiting in winter, watch for icy paths near viewing platforms - the rock and moss keep these areas damp and slippery.

Best Time to Visit Falls of the Braan#

Spring to early autumn offers the best walking conditions and fuller access to the Hermitage and its viewpoints.

Spring-Summer
Apr-Sep · 45-65°F (7-18°C)
Leafy paths and good light for river views; busier with day-trippers.
Autumn
Oct-Nov · 35-50°F (2-10°C)
Autumn color is spectacular along the river; paths can be muddy but atmospheric.

Weather & Climate near Falls of the Braan#

Climate

Falls of the Braan's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (982 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
-1° – 5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
0° – 6°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
1° – 8°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
2° – 10°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

9°
Feels Like Cold
9°C
Temperature
5° – 14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
8° – 17°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° – 18°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° – 18°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
8° – 15°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

8°
Feels Like Cold
8°C
Temperature
5° – 11°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

5°
Feels Like Cold
5°C
Temperature
2° – 8°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
0° – 6°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

Nearby Attractions to Falls of the Braan#

Dunkeld Cathedral
Dunkeld Cathedral
Medieval cathedral combining historic ruins and active worship
Church 3.1 km