📜 An enchanting miniature landscape on the Isle of Skye, known for its unique geological formations.
✨ A place steeped in myth and wonder, formed by ancient landslides and erosion.
🏞️ Explore a magical landscape of cone-shaped hillocks, tranquil lochans, and a basalt castle-like outcrop.
🚶♀️ Enjoy a circuitous walk covering most of the area, with stunning views across Glen Conon.
📸 Perfect for nature photography, capturing the unusual patterns and gnarled rowan trees.
🧚 Experience a unique natural landmark often associated with folklore.
⚠️ Ground can be very muddy and wet, especially in winter months – suitable footwear is essential.
🚧 Some paths are steep and gravelly, with a last-minute scramble to Castle Ewen, requiring care in wet or icy weather.
🚫 No toilets on site; nearest facilities are in Uig.
🐕 Livestock roam freely, so dogs must be kept on leads.
🚗 Located just south of Uig, along the 80km Trotternish loop in Skye’s far north east.
🚌 Bus services (57 or Citylink 915 from Portree) are infrequent; nearest bus stop is 1.5km away.
🗺️ Follow the narrow winding road for 1.5 miles to the Fairy Glen car park from the A87 turn-off.
🅿️ Car park available with overspill on the side of the road in marked lanes.
💰 Parking fees: £2 for 2 hours, £3 for 4 hours (card and coins accepted).
⏰ Advised to visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid busier times; parking is limited.
🚫 No fee for entering the Glen itself.
🚶♀️ A 1.5km (1 mile) circuit from the car park, or 5.8km (3.6 miles) from the A87 turn-off, taking 1 hour or more.
⬆️ Stage 1: Follow the road past a picturesque lochan towards a turning area for views across Glen Conon.
⛰️ Stage 2: Head towards Castle Ewen, a natural basalt outcrop resembling a crumbling medieval fortress.
🚫 Stage 2: Avoid creating stone spirals; this practice is not advised as it causes unnatural erosion.
🌳 Stage 3: Explore the Glen, sticking to designated paths and avoiding cordoned-off areas to prevent environmental erosion.
↩️ Stage 4: Follow the path leading out of the Glen back to the car park, enjoying views of the Fairy Glen behind you.
🗑️ Remember to take all dog waste and rubbish home with you.
💧 Carry waterproofs, even on a good day, due to potentially muddy and wet ground.