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Talisker Distillery – Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle loop from Carbost

Talisker Distillery – Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle loop from Carbost

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Talisker Distillery – Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle loop from Carbost

03:09

41.2km

850m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 21, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

26 m

Talisker Distillery and The Oyster Shed, Carbost

Highlight • Settlement

Carbost is the largest settlement on the Minginish peninsula. It's best known for the Talisker Distillery which has a visitor centre, shop and tasting rooms. The Oyster Shed, just up …

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2

70 m

Talisker Distillery

Highlight • Monument

Talisker is the oldest working distillery on the Isle of Skye and is located on the shores of Loch Harport with stunning views of the Cuillins.

Guided tours and tastings are available and must be booked in advance.

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13.0 km

Ruins

Ruins

4

13.9 km

Talisker Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Beach

Challenging climb up from Talisker village. When down at Talisker it is worthwhile to take a walk along to the beach.

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5

24.4 km

Rocky Beach off the Forest Track

Highlight • Beach

6

32.7 km

Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle

Highlight • River

wonderfull place but be prepared to get the early to get parked ip

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7

33.2 km

View of the Cuillin Hills

Highlight • Mountain Pass

8

33.4 km

Fairy Pools Wild Camping and Parking Area

Highlight • Waterfall

There are a lot of midges here, so be sure to bring a head net or midge spray. Avalon Skin so Soft is said to help very well

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9

37.6 km

View of the Cuillin Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

It's about 15 km uphill, beautiful! But also a lot of traffic because the fairy pools are very popular

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41.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.6 km

11.1 km

1.66 km

1.47 km

361 m

Surfaces

18.9 km

12.6 km

7.64 km

1.27 km

757 m

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Monday 20 July

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11°C

13 %

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