Falls of Dochart

The Falls of Dochart are famous as a picturesque series of rapids in the heart of Killin village, with the historic island burial ground of Clan MacNab (Innis nam Fiann) dramatically positioned amid the cascades. They are one of Scotland's most accessible and photographed waterfalls, offering a stunning natural spectacle from the village's historic stone bridge.

No — the falls are fast-flowing and dangerous; swimming is not recommended. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Dogs allowed on-leash in the area and on surrounding paths. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Free — the Falls of Dochart are in the public domain and freely accessible from the village. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Free public parking available in Killin village near the falls, including at the main car park adjacent to the bridge. The falls are visible from the car park and village centre. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Roadside — no hike required. The falls are visible directly from the bridge and village streets in Killin. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Roadside (no hike) — the falls are accessible from the road and bridge in Killin village centre with no walking required. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Spring and autumn (April–May, September–October) for good water flow and fewer crowds, or after heavy rain for dramatic views. Summer is busiest. Please verify on the official website before you go.

The falls are located in the centre of Killin village where the River Dochart flows under the old stone bridge. View from the bridge itself or walk down to the riverbank on either side. Innis nam Fiann (Island of Fingal), the burial ground of Clan MacNab, sits in the middle of the falls and can be reached via footbridges from the north bank.

• •Finlarig Castle — historic ruined castle with clan burial ground, short walk from Killin
• •Loch Tay — large freshwater loch offering watersports, fishing, and scenic drives
• •Ben Lawers — Munro mountain with National Nature Reserve, popular hiking destination
• •Moirlanich Longhouse — restored 19th-century cruck-frame longhouse (National Trust for Scotland)
• •Glen Lochay — scenic glen with hiking trails and remote waterfalls northwest of Killin