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Bearreraig Waterfall

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Valley, Cliffs

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Remi Mathis / CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Bearreraig Waterfall lies on the Isle of Skye below the Storr, where the Bearreraig River drops toward the sea at Bearreraig Bay. Getting down to it is a steep descent, including a long concrete staircase of 647 steps cut into the hillside above a sharp drop, zigzagging down to the shore. At the bot...

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1 day, 5 overnight

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Bearreraig Waterfall?
Skye's dramatic eastern coast hides this impressive cascade along a rugged rocky gorge. Anyone exploring the Trotternish peninsula will find it a short distance from the main road.

What type of place is Bearreraig Waterfall?
Bearreraig Waterfall is a waterfall on the Isle of Skye in Scotland.

When is the best time to visit Bearreraig Waterfall?
Spring through to autumn offers the most reliable weather for tackling the steep approach track. Heavy rainfall during these seasons creates a spectacular flow, but check for clear conditions to ensure sea fog does not hide the drop entirely.

What can you do at Bearreraig Waterfall?
Walking down the gorge reveals the sheer scale of the massive cliffs towering above the coastline. Photography enthusiasts can capture a fascinating mix of raw Highland geography and the twentieth-century engineering of the nearby dam.

How long should I spend at Bearreraig Waterfall?
Allowing roughly an hour gives ample time to navigate the descent safely and enjoy the misty views from the canyon floor. Serious hikers often spend longer combining this walk with a trip to see the unique fossil beds in the adjacent bay.

Where do I park at Bearreraig Waterfall?
Vehicles can use six spaces nearby, which provide one day and five overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Bearreraig Waterfall?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Bearreraig Waterfall, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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