Rosemarkie, Black Isle, Scottish Highlands
Fairy Glen Falls
Waterside landscape
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5.2
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Peaceful
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.2A short wooded ravine near Rosemarkie leads to two small waterfalls, with the sound of a stream accompanying the walk.
The appeal here is the close, green approach: a wooded ravine, running water and two falls make a compact walk feel like a proper little escape. Expect uneven, potentially muddy ground rather than a surfaced stroll.
Peaceful · Secluded
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The experience
Follow the public footpath through broadleaf woodland beside the stream to the two cascades. The path is uneven and can be muddy, so allow time to take it slowly and check conditions before setting out.
Things to do
Follow the wooded ravine path
Walk beside the stream through broadleaf woodland towards the cascades. The path is reported as uneven and potentially muddy.
About 1 hour
Look for both waterfalls
The route through the glen leads to two waterfalls; take care on the uneven ground around the trail.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 1 hour
The falls and back
- 01
Start from the Rosemarkie end of the public footpath.
- 02
Follow the path through the wooded ravine beside the stream.
- 03
Continue to the waterfalls, then retrace your steps.
Half day · 1–2 hours
Take your time in the glen
- 01
Walk the public footpath through the broadleaf woodland and ravine.
- 02
Pause at the two waterfalls and take in the stream and wooded setting.
- 03
Return the way you came; if the route is muddy or uneven, allow extra time.
When to go
· No particular time of day is verified.
No season-specific wildlife or seasonal highlights are supported by the supplied sources. Wet weather can make the paths muddy.
Paths may be muddy in wet weather; rocks, roots and uneven ground are reported. Check conditions and wear suitable footwear.
The route
- surface
- Uneven natural path; rocks, roots and mud are reported.
- distance
- About 1.25 miles (2 km), as described in the supplied visitor listing.
- duration
- Around 1 hour, according to visitor reports.
- difficulty
- Uneven, with rocks and tree roots; can be muddy. Not suitable for wheelchairs or prams according to visitor reports.
- route shape
- Out and back
- start point
- Rosemarkie end of the public footpath; confirm the precise start before setting out.
- parking start
- A small parking area is mentioned in visitor reports; availability and charges are not confirmed.
- Broadleaf woodland in a steep-sided ravine
- Stream alongside the path
- Two small waterfalls
Worth pairing with
Rosemarkie beach café
A visitor mentions a beach café as a possible stop after the walk; verify that it is open before planning around it.
What to look for
Notice how the stream threads through the wooded ravine, and look out for both waterfalls along the walk.
The story
No verified history supplied. Fairy associations appear in the place description, but the legend is not independently verified.
Best time to go
Check conditions before visiting; paths can be muddy in wet weather.
No best time is verified. Check the weather and path conditions before visiting; wet weather can make the route muddy.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Families · Dogs · Photographers
Practical information
Opening & access
A public footpath runs through the wooded glen to its two waterfalls. Paths are uneven and may be muddy; check current conditions before visiting.
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Parking
A small parking area is mentioned in visitor reports; current availability and charges are not confirmed. Check before visiting.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
A visitor mentions a beach café nearby; check before visiting for current details.
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Dogs
Dogs are reported on the walk; check current guidance and signage before visiting.
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Accessibility
Uneven paths, rocks and tree roots are reported. Visitor reports say the route is not suitable for wheelchairs or prams. Check current conditions before visiting.
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Cost
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Around Fairy Glen Falls
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
