[2025 Uig Attraction] Travel Guide for Fairy Glen (Updated Apr)

#outdooradventure #Scotland #isleofskye Visiting the Fairy Glen on the Isle of Skye in January was like stepping into a magical winter landscape. Though the weather was chilly, the rugged beauty of the glen made it worth braving the cold. The unique, otherworldly formations of grassy knolls and twisted hills, lightly dusted with frost, created a mystical atmosphere. Without the summer crowds, we had the entire place to ourselves, allowing us to soak in the quiet and surreal scenery. The winding paths and peculiar rock formations, including the famous “Castle Ewen,” looked like something out of a fairy tale. It was a peaceful and enchanting experience, showcasing Skye’s raw beauty in its winter solitude.

Attraction name: The Fairy Glen Location: Uig area of the Isle of Skye Situated at the north point of the beautiful Scotland island of Skye, this is The Fairy Glen. It is a special rock formation with beautiful green grass. Only an eight minutes drive from Uig and you can enjoy lots of walks on these unique karst style green hills. Make it a whole day trip by visiting Uig too…or get the boat to the Isle of Harris nearby! #summerbreak #fairyglen #isleofskye #scotland

Fairy Glen is on the west side of Trotternish at Balnacnoc which means the village on top of the hill above Uig. We started our day in Portree with thick fog, so the driver brought us here which is 26 kilometers 26 minutes drive from Portree, You can also take Bus 915 with 29 minutes of walk. The road winds around small round topped glassy hills with ponds in between which give the glen an otherworldly feel. One of the hills looks like a ruin, it is possible to climb to the top to have a wonderful view.