Allt Dearg Mor Waterfalls – Fairy Pools loop from Sligachan

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Allt Dearg Mor Waterfalls – Fairy Pools loop from Sligachan

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Allt Dearg Mor Waterfalls – Fairy Pools loop from Sligachan

02:42

18.4km

630m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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202 m

Sligachan Old Bridge

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The old bridge was built between 1810 and 1818. There are some beautiful myths surrounding them, such as that dipping one's face into the River Sligachan at the bridge bestows …

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676 m

Allt Dearg Mor Waterfalls

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From Sligachan you can take a nice hike towards the Black Cullins. Even without climbing the summit, you will be rewarded with a magnificent view of Glen Sligachan on this …

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5.51 km

Bealach a' Mhàim

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The Bealach a' Mhàim is the high pass between Am Mam to the north and the Cuillin to the south. The path runs from the Fairy Pools area in Glen …

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7.41 km

Allt Coir' a' Mhadaidh Upstream of the Fairy Pools

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If you run past the most popular areas and continue upstream, you'll find more beautiful spots with fewer people. Some of the pools and waterfalls are a bit smaller, but …

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8.62 km

Fairy Pools

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The Fairy Pools are a series of waterfalls and pools on the upper reaches of the River Brittle. The water is super clear, so the pools look magical, especially with …

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8.79 km

Fairy Pools

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The Fairy Pools are a series of different sized, natural water pools, which are connected by a small stream and small waterfalls. The clear and cold water flows down from …

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9.30 km

Fairy Glen Waterfall (Allt Coir' a' Mhadaidh)

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One of the series of waterfalls on Allt Coir' a' Mhadaidh known as Fairy Glen. It's a beautiful setting but often quite popular nearer the car park, carry on upstream to reduce the crowds.

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11.0 km

View of the Black Cuillin Mountains

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The name of the Black Cuillin is derived from the dark color of the gabbro. The ridge of the Black Cuillin is characterized by jagged, bare rock, steep cliffs and deeply cut karen and gullies.

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13.1 km

Mountain Pass

18.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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