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The north viewpoint here is much closer to the falls but harder to really appreciate them. The larger viewpoint on the south east side of the river gives a better view.

This waterfall is named after the supposed story of a young lad who loved the millers daughter. The miller didn't approve and refused to allow him, he left an eye glass in the thatch of the miller’s house and it burnt to the ground. The waterfall is therefore named Spectacle E'e (eye) Falls. You get a good view of the falls from the path, it's a nice walk from Strathaven.

Falls of Clyde Visitor Centre is now open daily, 10:00-16:00 - but check the Scottish Wildlife Trust website before visiting. You can find interactive displays for kids, loads of information about the reserve and its wildlife and a board with latest sightings, as well as video footage of some local animals! You can also sit down and watch the river from the centre - we spent 15 min watching a family of mallards from the window.

Did it on a gravel bike when damp. I imagine it would be hard going in the wet. Great route along the river with lots of waterfalls and bridges. You will need to carry any bikes up quite a few steps along the route.

Falls of Clyde Nature Reserve is famous for stunning waterfalls and scenic woodland. Over 100 bird species have been recorded in the reserve, as well as Daubenton’s bats, badgers, otters, and many insect species. For more information, visit: https://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/reserve/falls-of-clyde.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falls_of_Clyde_(waterfalls)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falls_of_Clyde_(waterfalls)

This reserve is famous for its spectacular waterfalls, historic visitors and scenic forest trails. Over 100 species of birds have been recorded, including the dipper, raven and kingfisher. Daubenton bats can be fed across the river in the evening. Badgers look under the undergrowth and otters are sometimes seen along the riverbank (Source: Scottish Wildlife Trust).