Glen Brittle

Glen Brittle is a mountain valley on Isle of Skye carved by the River Brittle, stretching from the Black Cuillin peaks down to Loch Brittle on the southern coast. The landscape features steep ridges, open moorland, and rocky paths that lead down to the water.

The glen takes its name from Norse settlers who called it Bred Dal, meaning broad valley, before Scottish Gaelic later added its own word to the name. This blend of cultures shaped the region's identity over centuries.

The glen has long served as a gathering place for mountain climbers, especially since the Memorial Hut was built to shelter those seeking challenge in the mountains. Today, visitors experience the same pull that draws people to test themselves against these slopes.

A single-track mountain road from Carbost winds through to the glen and conditions can change quickly with bad weather or rain. The Glenbrittle Campsite provides basic facilities right on the beach and works well as a base for walks.

The Fairy Pools form a series of natural water basins and waterfalls flowing down from the Cuillin Hills, drawing visitors with their clear, cold water. These basins shift and change with the seasons and rainfall, creating different scenes throughout the year.

Location: Highland

GPS coordinates: 57.22500,-6.30000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:51