Discover serene alternatives to the popular Fairy Pools on the captivating Isle of Skye. Bookmark these hidden gems for your next trip and immerse yourself in the tranquility they offer. Explore some of the lesser-known hidden waterfalls, Isle of Skye.
1. Sligachan - Allt Daraich Waterfall & Pools
Hidden waterfalls Isle of Skye
You’ll reach a small gate on your left hand side. Walk through this and then keep walking for another 10-15 minutes.
The path continues with the gorge to your left. You won’t miss it so just keep walking until you see it! When you reach the waterfall, carefully climb down the muddy path and you’re there!
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Take a dip or climb the waterfall. We recommend bringing a towel, swimwear and waterproof camera if you have one. We would recommend taking some water shoes for walking in the water on the pebbles. These ones on Amazon are really highly rated and are around £15.
There are midges here, to keep them at bay go prepared with some Smidge.
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2. Carbost Burn Waterfall
Hidden waterfalls Isle of Skye
Carbost waterfall is literally a 5 minute walk from the road, park up and walk up the path until you reach the waterfall pouring into the beautiful blue pool. It’s easy to find and a great quick stop off if passing by.
3. Talisker Bay Waterfall
Hidden waterfalls Isle of Skye
Talisker Bay itself is beautiful. Just put Talisker Bay into your maps and follow the road until you reach the signs telling you where to park. It’s a lovely 30-40 minute walk to the bay. If bringing a dog keep it on the lead as there’s a lot of sheep along the way. When you reach the bay look over to your right hand side and you’ll see the waterfall falling down the cliff. Head over and enjoy!
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4. Rha Waterfall
Hidden waterfalls Isle of Skye
This double fall on River Rha looks amazing after heavy rain fall.
Park in the small car park opposite the police station in Uig. Then walk untill you see a sign for the waterfall going into the woods.
Easy to find and worth the stop if driving near Uig. Another hidden gem and perfect for taking an ice cold dip!
5. Torrin Pools
Hidden waterfalls Isle of Skye
A quieter alternative to the Fairy Pools that feels peaceful and undiscovered. Just a quick Google will pull up hundreds of stunning photos.
Situated on the single track Broadford-Elgol road this is a perfect stop on your way back from Elgol.
Head for Torrin and when you reach the edge of Loch Slapin, watch out for a burn that crosses underneath the road and a metal barrier on the right hand side.
This is where you start for your adventure to find the magical Torrin Pools. Looking at a map you’ll see the Allt Aisridh and the Allt an t-Sratha Bhig (burns). These converge into the pools.
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