River Carron, Sutherland

River Carron, Sutherland

:for|other places called Carron|CarronThe River Carron is a river in Sutherland, in the Highlands of Scotland.

It begins as the Abhainn a' Ghlinne Mhoir, which joins with the Alladale River to form the River Carron. Further downstream, tributaries include the Water of Glenclavie and the Black Water.The River Carron flows down through Strathcarron, then into the Kyle of Sutherland near Bonar Bridge.

The River Carron is used for kayaking and salmon fishing.

References

* [http://www.ukriversguidebook.co.uk/carron.htm River Carron - UK Rivers Guidebook]


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