A woman from Scotland has experienced what can only be described as a real-life Narnia moment after discovering an astonishing frozen waterfall in the Highlands. The magical winter spectacle left her feeling like she'd stepped through the wardrobe into CS Lewis's enchanting world.
Louise McMaster, a primary school teacher, captured stunning photographs of the completely frozen waterfall during a hike near Loch Ness. The temperature had plunged to a bitter -8°C, transforming the cascading water into a magnificent ice sculpture that glittered in the winter light.
A Landscape Transformed by Frost
"It was absolutely breathtaking," Louise recounted. "The entire waterfall was frozen solid, creating these incredible ice formations that looked like something from a fantasy film. The way the light caught the ice made everything sparkle - it truly felt magical."
The teacher, who regularly explores the Scottish countryside, said she had never witnessed anything quite like this natural phenomenon. The deep freeze had created perfect conditions for the waterfall to undergo this spectacular transformation.
The Narnia Connection
Louise immediately drew parallels to The Chronicles of Narnia, particularly the scene where the Pevensie children first discover the frozen landscape beyond the wardrobe. "I half expected to see Mr Tumnus carrying his parcels," she joked, referring to the famous faun character from the stories.
The photographs show the waterfall in various states of freeze, with icicles hanging like crystal curtains and frozen pools creating natural ice sculptures around the base. The surrounding trees were also coated in frost, completing the fairy-tale scene.
Weather Conditions Create Magic
Meteorologists confirm that the recent cold snap across Scotland has created perfect conditions for such natural wonders. Temperatures have remained consistently below freezing, allowing waterfalls and streams to freeze completely rather than just forming surface ice.
Weather experts advise that while these conditions create beautiful landscapes, visitors should exercise extreme caution when exploring frozen natural features. The stability of ice can be unpredictable, and temperatures can change rapidly in the Highland regions.
This magical discovery serves as a reminder of the incredible natural beauty that can be found across the Scottish Highlands, particularly during the winter months when frost and snow transform the landscape into something truly special.
