![]() People used these vessels out of necessity for drinking water, bathing, washing garments, and even faith-based ceremonies. Water was simply collected with buckets for a variety of essential purposes. At the time, modern plumbing and running water from faucets were not in existence. Most of the early versions of fountains were gravity based and relied on the natural flow of water from sources like rivers, lakes, and sometimes manmade aqueducts with basins to collect the water. The earliest account on record was a carved stone basin that dates back to around 2000 B.C. From the first waterfall it takes about 20 minutes to get back to the carpark.Want to add a unique element to your backyard? Try a one-of-a-kind DIY water fountain! Water fountains have been a common feature in gardens of varying sizes since ancient times. There many small pools as you work your way up the river. It features a natural arch, offering an exhilarating under water swim though the arch. The next pool up is properly the most famous, a beautifully clear blue pool idea for swimming. On the other side of the river from the path it is possible to jump into deep blue pool (approximately 10 meters high).įollow the main path up beside the river to find more pools. For the brave only there are some great high jumps. This first waterfall is the highest fall and deepest pool. Some of the pools make great swimming, but rarely get warm (a wetsuit is a good option). Take some time to work your way up the river and explore all the pools. This first Waterfall marks the start of the magical pools. The first Waterfall will now come in to view.įollow the gravel path on until you become adjacent to the fall. This river can get very full on a wet day making a difficult crossing.Īfter the river the path rises up with some rough rock natural steps. You will now reach the second river crossing and again there are large stepping stone. There are regular small crossing a steams and ditched, but nothing challenging. Which will now remain on your right hand side as the walk continues. The path gently raises and meets up with the main River Brittle. The path is now level and crosses a peat moor with Heather and Grasses.Īhead you will see impressive large rock boulder that seem almost random location, but was left as the ice melted are the end of the last ‘ice age’. This crossing is typical of the other crossing ahead. ![]() On a wet day can be muddy in places.Īfter about 50 meters from the road the path splits, take the right hand option and continue down the hill.Īfter a short while you will reach the first river crossing where there are large stepping stone to cross. There is a small green sign confirming the start, labelled ‘Sligaghan’.Īs the path leaves the road it is steep and rough, don’t be put off by this as the first few meters are about the worst. Stage 1įrom the carpark cross the public road to find the start of the path. Make sure your look through the Walk SlideShow, as it give a step by step account of what you will encounter. It takes about 20 minutes to get the first and largest waterfall that marks the start of the pools. This short walk to the pools follows a gravel path that is in good condition most of the way, but does involve river crossings over stepping stones. The Walkįrom the carpark there are impressive views out towards the Black Cuillins, the source of the River Brittle. ![]() If traveling from Portree it is 20.5miles and will take about 30 minutes to drive. The carpark is 5.5miles (10 minute drive) from Carbost. It is located along the single track road that leads to Glenbrittle from Carbost. Park in the Forestry Commision gravel carpark signposted ‘Glumagan Na Sithichean’ (below in smaller writing it does also say Fairy Pools). This walk is suitable in most normal weather conditions, but if it has been raining hard some on the river crossings can become a real challenge. The nearest village to the Fairy Pools is Carbost on the West of Skye, the start of the walk is on the road to Glenbrittle. We have classed this walk as ‘Short’ in length and ‘Medium’ for difficulty, check the rating guide for details. ![]() Most people will spend some time working their way up the river from the first waterfall exploring the different pools. The complete return distance to the first main waterfall and pool is 2.4km, with the average time to complete the walk being 40 minutes (with no stops). The walk to the pools uses the same route there and back.
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