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Fairy Pools

Road to Glen Brittle, Scotland
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Ranked #7 of 27 attractions in Isle of Skye
Type: Bodies of Water, Waterfalls
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Elgin, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

I went up there today after and during lots of rain! I don't understand the reviews that suggest you don't bother going! I'm into photography and I spent about three hours there and I loved it! I'm also scared of heights to the point I struggle to paint ceilings but I was ok here. Make sure you are dressed for... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW via mobile

Reached this place and I thought we were in a movie set. Beautiful valley with a series of clear water - waterfalls. Be prepared to walk a fair bit though if you really wish to explore

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glasgow
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

The pools are a lovely glacial turquoise - even on a cloudy dull day. In great weather, they must be irresistible, if ice cold.They are not a 'must see' - I think that's overstating it.The main 'wow' factor is just setting out amidst such superb scenery along an easy path beside a crystal clear river (as most are in the... More

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Palmerston North
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW via mobile

My husband and I grew up in an area that has lots of fast-flowing waters, waterfalls etc and lived in New Zealand for 7 years, so we're often not overly "wowed" by things like this. However, we did really enjoy this spot - easy to find (just head down the road to Glenbrittle, can't miss the carpark on your right,... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Head for Glen Brittle and then park up on the right in the first car park you come to. You then walk off into the field/marsh land opposite and take the right fork in the path. I would recommend some wellies or waterproof shoes to get over some of the wee rivers on the way if it has been raining... More

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

It's a little off the beaten track and hard to find, but we got there in the end and the walk was lovely. It's near the distillery and you take the road towards Glenn Brittle and park at the first carpark you come to. There's a rather confusing sign that points ahead to the Fairy Pools but it's actually not... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

This is a place of magic! There are lovey little waterfalls and pools along the meandering path. It is wide open and wild, cradled by ominous mountains.I was fortunate enough to visit on a chilly spring morning when there were very few people...around... leaving the fairies plenty of room to dance.!! Magic!

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Stirling
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

We took the children here and the walk is mostly gentle, depending on how far you want to go. The pools themselves are an amazing turquoise blue. The water was quite low when we were there, ideal for paddling if you feel like it but I would love to return when there has been more rain and see the pools... More

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scotland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

Totally stunning and magical. Fantastic to be so near to the Cuillins - amazing photographs. Really enjoyed it.

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Galashiels, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

A series of pools and waterfalls with clear clear water, magical. Your travel through a lovely glen to get there and then have to walk a short distance to arrive at the Pools. Great time had by all.

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