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 at a Glance#
Address: Rogie Falls, near Contin, Ross-shire, Scotland
Website: https://www.visitscotland.com/
Hours: Park/woodland access: Daily dawn-dusk
Admission: Free
About Rogie Falls#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 6° | -1° | 237 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | 0° - 7° | -1° | 169 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | 1° - 8° | 1° | 197 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 112 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 8° | 100 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 16° | 12° | 109 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 18° | 14° | 119 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 17.0h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 17° | 13° | 141 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 8° - 15° | 11° | 194 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 5° - 12° | 6° | 222 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 237 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 6° | 0° | 230 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
