The Fairy Glen, near Uig

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A bizarre and delightful miniature landscape of grassy, cone-shaped hills, the Fairy Glen (sometimes spelt Faerie Glen) is a fascinating and otherworldly place to visit.

Terrain

Mostly dry walking on good paths; reaching the top of Castle Ewen requires an awkward scramble step up.

Public Transport

None to start. Nearest bus stop 1.5km at Uig Hotel (Bus 57 or Citylink 916 from Portree). .

Start

There is a dedicated car park for the Fairy Glen (charge) on the left side of the road. Open start point in Google Maps for directions.

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