Rogie Falls
Waterfall Scenic waterfall and salmon-leaping river gorge
In the Scottish Highlands, Rogie Falls features a scenic cascade with timber footbridges and salmon pools; walkers visit for short, well-marked trails and seasonal salmon runs.
Rogie Falls is a waterfall on the Black Water (often called the River Blackwater) in Ross-shire, in the Scottish Highlands near the village of Contin. The site is known for a short, accessible trail from a car park leading to viewing platforms above and below the falls.
The falls are popular for watching salmon as they migrate and attempt to leap upstream during the late summer and autumn months. Paths and boardwalks make the main viewpoints reachable within a short walk from the parking area.
The location sits within commercial and mixed woodland typical of the Black Isle and the surrounding upland landscape of eastern Ross-shire, offering a compact natural attraction close to local roads.
- Best viewing: Short, waymarked trails and footbridges provide accessible viewpoints of the falls and of migrating or leaping salmon in season.
How to Get to Rogie Falls #
From Inverness or Dingwall, take the A835 towards Contin, then follow minor roads and signposts to the Rogie Falls car park (roughly 15-20 minutes from Contin). The site is walkable from the car park via marked paths; services are limited so come prepared.
Tips for Visiting Rogie Falls #
- Autumn (Aug-Oct) is best for watching salmon leaping; bring waterproof boots and a camera with a telephoto lens
- The footbridge can be narrow-pause to let groups pass and avoid peak picnic hours
- In summer the midges can be numerous; insect repellent is recommended
Best Time to Visit Rogie Falls #
Late summer into autumn for the salmon run and best river activity; spring and early summer for green trails and fewer midges.
Weather & Climate near Rogie Falls #
Rogie Falls's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 18°C. Heavy rainfall (2067 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (237 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (222 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (237 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (230 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
