Clunie Water

Clunie Water is a river in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It flows through the Cairngorms National Park before joining the River Dee at Braemar. The river runs alongside the A93 road, linking the village to the wider region. Its main tributary is the Callater Burn, which meets the Clunie at Auchallater. The landscape around the river is shaped by the surrounding hills and moorland. The river is known for its scenic setting and historic bridges. Fraser’s Bridge, a 100-foot segmented arch structure, was built around 1749 and is listed as a Grade B building. A 1,200-metre link path connects Highland Society Bridge to the Glenshee Road, opened in 2010. The river also supports brown trout fishing from March to September, attracting anglers to its waters. Visitors find a peaceful riverside walk with views of the surrounding glen. The link path offers a gentle route through the landscape, while Fraser’s Bridge provides a historic crossing point. The riverbank paths allow for quiet exploration of the area’s natural beauty. The nearby village of Braemar adds a backdrop of grey stone buildings and mountain scenery.