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Known Access Issues

These are the current/latest access reports known to the SCA around Scotland. Please help us to keep this list up to date: if you notice anything that is not listed here, or any incorrect information, please get let us know by emailing events@canoescotland.org or phone 0131 317 7314 with the details. 

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Grampian and Shetland
Area covering Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Shetland and Moray.
27 Jul, 2023
Strainer reported on the River Spey located at NJ 34753 62207.
22 Jul, 2022
Hazard on River Spey - Downstream of Fochabers
River Dee Tree Hazard
By Neil Kinnerly 24 Aug, 2021
Please be aware there is a fallen tree hazard 300m down stream of Invercauld Bridge on the Dee.
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Highlands
04 Mar, 2024
River Spey - NH 84508 06533
04 Aug, 2023
The SCA has become aware of a Public Health Concern regarding Blue Green Algae at Watten Loch and downstream river Wick.
15 Jun, 2023
A wild campsite used by paddlers on Loch Lochy in the Highlands has been relocated due to a proposed pumped hydro storage scheme. See map for details.
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Fife
By Neil Kinnerly 01 Jan, 2019
There are no reported access problems in the Fife area.
Tayside
Area covering Perth & Kinross, Dundee and Angus.
03 Aug, 2023
It has been reported to the SCA that a tree is down on the Tay.
02 Aug, 2023
The SCA has become aware of a tree blocking the river Isla, near Kinloch.
31 Jul, 2023
The SCA has become aware that unauthorised structures/barriers have recently been constructed in the Grandtully rapid.
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West
Area covering East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, Argyll and Bute, North Lanarkshire and Glasgow.
05 Jan, 2023
Story Contracting - removal of debris at Clyde Viaduct (Dalmarnock)
By Neil Kinnerly 01 Mar, 2021
Carradale - Arran & Mull - Coll - Notice to Mariners
By Neil Kinnerly 07 Dec, 2020
There are proposals to build breakwaters out into the Sound, from both sides, i.e. the Iona, and Mull (Fionnphort) sides. This will force paddlers out into the Sound, making passage at times virtually impossible at high tidal flow. If you want to register your feelings about this and give Argyll and Bute Council first-hand information, please e-mail Jamie.Torrance@argyll-bute.gov.uk .
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Central
Area covering Falkirk, Stirling and Clackmannan.
By Neil Kinnerly 06 Dec, 2021
River Leny
View of water and a mountain
By Neil Kinnerly 30 Apr, 2021
River Leny - w/c 3rd May
By Neil Kinnerly 22 Sep, 2020
Update 21.01.21 Frames have been successfully removed from the water; however the silt curtains remain in place as they will be reinstalling the dam from Monday onwards. We must reiterate that the guy lines have been lowered which will allow safe passage over the curtains should there be anyone looking to paddle the Allan over the coming days.
South West
Area covering Dumfries and Galloway, East Ayrshire, Inverclyde, South Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, Renfewshire, East Renfrewshire & North Ayrshire.
04 Jul, 2023
Update 21/08/2023 - all obstacles have now been removed . River Clyde - near Crossford NS831459 and Bridge at NS829460
Tree blocking the river
16 May, 2023
The obstruction on River Nith, NS 855 005, is now cleared thanks to Jonathan Riddell.
Tree across a river
20 Jan, 2022
UPDATE 3/5/23 - obstruction now cleared Obstruction on River Nith, NS 855 005
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Lothians
Area covering West Lothian, East Lothian, Midlothian and Edinburgh.
30 Aug, 2022
PLEASE NOTE: GLADHOUSE RESERVOIR, MIDLOTHIAN
Stand up paddlers
By Neil Kinnerly 05 May, 2021
Overcrowding
By Neil Kinnerly 21 Aug, 2020
Access to Linlithgow Loch is currently restricted due to the closure of Lowport Centre. Access is normally arranged by purchasing a permit from Lowport for £4. However, the centre is currently completely closed. Historic Environment Scotland are trying to contact Lowport Centre to discuss the issue. Linlithgow Kayak Racing and SCA have also been in touch with Historic Environment Scotland (HES) to discuss this difficulty and a permit is being arranged for members of the club. SCA will continue discussions with HES to aim for access for other SCA members who may wish to access the loch.
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Borders
30 Aug, 2023
Multiple tree blocks on the river Ettrick, near Ettrickbridge Village.
By Neil Kinnerly 20 May, 2021
Gate at Fairnilee Mill - River Tweed
By Neil Kinnerly 28 Jul, 2020
There are a number of shopping trolleys in the river at Makerstoun on the Tweed. They appear to be in the main flow on the river right near the middle of what is known as lower Makerstoun. Please exercise caution when paddling near this area.
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