Northern Clearspring Tarn
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #2 of 9 Locations - Vanilla mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
N O R T H E R N
CLEARSPRING TARN
> Description
This mod immersively overhauls Clearspring Tarn with Nordic ruins and various bits of flora and clutter. This is the first in my series of Northernmods, in which I will overhaul several lesser known locations in a similar, Nordic style.
> Installation
Install this mod as any other, by simply enabling it via your mod manager (NMM or MO2). I advise against manual installation.
> Required & recommended mods
No required mods, you can simply install it and enjoy.
But I do recommend installing one or more of these mods for higher resolution Nordic ruins:
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[]Vivid Landscapes - Dungeons and ruins
[
]Ruins Clutter Improved[]Northfire's Dungeons Parallax 2k
[]Rudy HQ - Nordic Ruins (From the author of the well known Rudy ENB)
[]Skyland Nordic Ruins
You can also install these mods for better trees:
- []Enhanced Vanilla Trees
- Skyrim Flora Overhaul
> Credits & permissions
Made from scratch by me, if you wish to use this in your mod, aks me and I'll see if we can work something out.
Enjoy the mod! If you take any nice screenshots, be sure to upload them to user submitted images :)
This mod remakes Clearspring Tarn, a hidden location in Skyrim, adding Nordic ruins, trees, and flora to enhance its beauty. It's a visual overhaul for players who want a more immersive environment without changing gameplay.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Respected in the community with 355 endorsements and over 12k downloads.
- Breathes new life into a hidden gem location that many players overlook.
- Lightweight visual upgrade that doesn't touch gameplay mechanics.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019, so it may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or other mods.
- Only affects one location, so it's a small change for the overall game world.
- Potential conflicts with other mods that alter Clearspring Tarn or its surroundings.
For Skyrim players who love exploring hidden spots and want a more detailed, immersive environment. If you're a completionist who visits every location, this mod adds visual flair to a lesser-known area. Skip if you're looking for new quests or gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- Place this mod in your load order after other location overhauls to avoid conflicts.
- Check for patches if you use mods that also edit Clearspring Tarn or nearby areas.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- BrosisJK
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 12,571
- Endorsements
- 355
- Category
- Locations - Vanilla
- Created
- 3/18/2019
- Updated
- 3/18/2019
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