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Allt Daraich

Wild Swimming Spot

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Mountain, Riverside, Valley

Swimming

Summer

Photo: Richard Dorrell via Geograph.org.uk

Allt Daraich is a burn that runs down a small rocky gorge beside Sligachan, at the northern edge of the Cuillin on Skye. A short way up it, a waterfall drops into a deep pool with a grassy bank alongside, dark and cold with peaty hill water. Getting there takes only a few minutes on foot from the ol...

10

Parking nearby

2

Food Spots nearby

0

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

3 day, 7 overnight

The Sligachan Hotel - Sligachan​, Seumas' Bar - Sligachan​

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Allt Daraich?
Skye houses this secluded watercourse on its wild terrain. Hikers find the spot by following a riverside track through the open moorland.

What type of place is Allt Daraich?
Allt Daraich is a wild swimming spot on the Isle of Skye.

When is the best time to visit Allt Daraich?
Summer offers the most pleasant conditions for braving the chilly mountain waters. Clear skies also provide the finest visibility for admiring the jagged mountain ridges overhead.

What can you do at Allt Daraich?
Plunging into the deep pools provides an incredible rush for outdoor enthusiasts. People also enjoy photographing the small cascades and relaxing on the grassy banks.

How long should I spend at Allt Daraich?
Allowing roughly an hour provides plenty of time for a refreshing dip and a short rest. A longer stay suits anyone wanting to bypass the busy nearby attractions for a quieter highland experience.

Where do I park at Allt Daraich?
Vehicles can use the ten available spaces nearby, which provide three day and seven overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Allt Daraich?
The Sligachan Hotel - Sligachan and Seumas' Bar - Sligachan provide two options for food right in the vicinity. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Allt Daraich?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Allt Daraich, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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