Free to visit at any time, the spectacular Fairy Pools are located in Glenbrittle on the Isle of Skye. Many tributaries of the River Brittle run from the Cuillin into the glen including rockpools with waterfalls known as the Fairy Pools. The Fairy Pools are very popular so please drive safely on the single-track roads, follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, and take your litter away with you. During peak July and August, the single-track road from Carbost to the Fairy Pools does get very busy. If there is traffic at Carbost, please come back when it is less busy, especially motorhome drivers. N.B. The Fairy Pools car park is owned by the Minginish Community Hall Assoc. and leased to OATS who operate, set and receive the parking charges.
Awesome view point and perfect family hike with fewer challenges. Toilets are functional till 5pm in summer. Two levels of car park with limited floating slots. Roads headed to this spot has single file which makes sloppy traffic.
Several little falls, even though the main attraction waterfall you see in the pictures is deceiving, whoever took that picture had a great camera and angle, you will walk right pass that area not realizing that was it. But it's still gorgeous, and a nice hike
An absolute must visit if you're on Skye. The views of the mountains, stream/river, all the waterfalls, and everything else within the area are stunning. It was not a difficult hike, but plan to spend at least a few hours, so as not to rush and so that you can take everything in.
It was a beautiful area of waterfalls and an easy hike for all in our group. I appreciated that you could hike in as long as you desired and it's not a "must hike to end to get the view." We have similar features in the blue ridge and smoky mountains but without the blue water. Wish there were more signs with history and information. Some folks were bold and hopped into the water. Try it if you dare but have safety measures in place & a towel to dry immediately after.
Quite a pretty area with a river that intermittently drops into clear pools. The most scenic part is the Cuillin mountains that provide the backdrop. This place is a total tourist trap so if you want to do walking without the crowds choose somewhere else. It's a single track road to get to the car park (PS6 for the day) and this can take ages with dozens of cars and campers travelling in both directions depending on the time you visit. A very easy round walk of 8.5km taking about 2.5 hours on initially a well maintained path and then more boggy and rocky terrain.
This place offer stunning, crystal-clear waters and breathtaking scenery. A magical spot for nature lovers, though the hike can be challenging in wet weather. Only parking that need be paid (PS6), rest everything is free
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Toilets
Good for kids
Paid parking lot
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Awesome view point and perfect family hike with fewer challenges. Toilets are functional till 5pm in summer. Two levels of car park with limited floating slots. Roads headed to this spot has single file which makes sloppy traffic.
Several little falls, even though the main attraction waterfall you see in the pictures is deceiving, whoever took that picture had a great camera and angle, you will walk right pass that area not realizing that was it. But it's still gorgeous, and a nice hike
An absolute must visit if you're on Skye. The views of the mountains, stream/river, all the waterfalls, and everything else within the area are stunning. It was not a difficult hike, but plan to spend at least a few hours, so as not to rush and so that you can take everything in.
It was a beautiful area of waterfalls and an easy hike for all in our group. I appreciated that you could hike in as long as you desired and it's not a "must hike to end to get the view." We have similar features in the blue ridge and smoky mountains but without the blue water. Wish there were more signs with history and information. Some folks were bold and hopped into the water. Try it if you dare but have safety measures in place & a towel to dry immediately after.
Quite a pretty area with a river that intermittently drops into clear pools. The most scenic part is the Cuillin mountains that provide the backdrop. This place is a total tourist trap so if you want to do walking without the crowds choose somewhere else. It's a single track road to get to the car park (PS6 for the day) and this can take ages with dozens of cars and campers travelling in both directions depending on the time you visit. A very easy round walk of 8.5km taking about 2.5 hours on initially a well maintained path and then more boggy and rocky terrain.
This place offer stunning, crystal-clear waters and breathtaking scenery. A magical spot for nature lovers, though the hike can be challenging in wet weather. Only parking that need be paid (PS6), rest everything is free
