Plodda Falls, Waterfall near Tomich, Scotland
Plodda Falls is a waterfall in the Scottish Highlands where the Allt na Bodachan river drops 46 meters into a deep gorge. Tall Douglas fir trees and native Highland plants frame the cascade, creating a wooded setting around the water.
Lord Tweedmouth built a footbridge at the waterfall's top in 1880 to improve access to the site. The structure was closed in 2005 due to safety concerns and subsequently removed.
The name comes from Scottish Gaelic as Eas Ploda, reflecting the linguistic traditions of the Highland region. Visitors can see how the surrounding woodland and water have shaped the way people experience this remote location.
The waterfall sits about 5 kilometers from Tomich village along narrow forest roads with a designated parking area at the trail entrance. Visitors should be prepared for uneven ground and potentially wet conditions near the cascade.
In the 1800s, the river course was deliberately altered through engineering works to change the water flow pattern and appearance of the cascade. These modifications shaped the waterfall visitors see today.
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