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Loch Fada

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Lakeside, Mountain, Valley

Walking, Photography, Wildlife Watching

Autumn for best colours

Klaus with K / CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Loch Fada lies on the east side of the Trotternish peninsula on Skye, a few miles north of Portree beside the A855. It is best known as the foreground for the view of the Old Man of Storr, the tall rock pinnacle standing on the ridge behind, and on a still day the loch mirrors the pinnacle and the c...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 6 overnight

Cuillin Hills Hotel Bar – Portree, The Skye Inn, Portree, Isles Inn - Portree​

Vriskaig House, Portree Independent Hostel, Portree Youth Hostel

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Loch Fada?
Skye's spectacular northern landscape houses this body of water. Hikers frequently notice it while exploring the rugged Trotternish Peninsula.

What type of place is Loch Fada?
Loch Fada is a freshwater loch on the Isle of Skye in Scotland.

When is the best time to visit Loch Fada?
Autumn brings out the most spectacular rich colours across the surrounding peat hills. Calmer mornings usually grant the best opportunity to see a perfect reflection on the surface.

What can you do at Loch Fada?
Walking along the grassy banks lets you enjoy the impressive views towards the distant rock pinnacle. Photographers frequently set up tripods here to capture the small island against the massive volcanic cliffs.

How long should I spend at Loch Fada?
Allocating roughly an hour provides plenty of time to absorb the atmosphere and snap some pictures. Dedicated walkers might stay longer to complete a full circuit around the water's edge.

Where do I park at Loch Fada?
Vehicles can use ten spaces nearby, split into four day and six overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Loch Fada?
Cuillin Hills Hotel Bar, The Skye Inn, and Isles Inn provide three dining choices in Portree. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Loch Fada?
Vriskaig House, Portree Independent Hostel, and Portree Youth Hostel offer three places to book a room. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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