✨ Discover the magical Fairy Pools, a series of crystal-clear blue pools and waterfalls on the Isle of Skye.
🏞️ Located on the northern slopes of the Black Cuillin range, perfect for wild swimming and stunning photography.
🌊 Experience beautiful crystal-clear blue pools and waterfalls
📸 Capture stunning photos amidst the magnificent Black Cuillin range
🚶♀️ Enjoy a scenic walk on a purpose-made gravel path (2.4km return to first waterfall)
🌉 Benefit from new steel beam and timber footbridges improving accessibility
🥶 Waters are ice-cold for swimming, even in summer
♿ Trail has steep inclines and rugged terrain, unsuitable for wheelchair users
🌧️ Heavy rainfall can cause water levels to rise quickly
❄️ Glenbrittle road may ice during winter months (November to March)
🚌 Narrow, single-track road to the pools is not suitable for buses
crowds Busiest times are during summer, typically 11 am to 1 pm
Popular for wild swimming, but be prepared for ice-cold waters.
💰 Charged parking available (£6 daily for cars)
🅿️ 120-space car park with pay and display machine (accepts cards and coins)
🚐 Bottom section reserved for camper vans, mini buses, motorhomes, and larger vehicles
🚫 Overnight stays are not permitted
📍 Well-signposted, located opposite the Fairy Pools entrance
🚽 Free off-grid toilet block available with ladies, gents, and disabled facilities.
👟 Wear appropriate footwear and clothing due to changeable weather on Skye
🐕 Keep dogs on leads to protect roaming livestock
🗑️ Take all litter home
🔥 Open fires are not advised
🚫 Drones are prohibited without a UK flyer and operator ID