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Fairy Knowe Trail (diverted)

Climb through the eerie spruce trees to emerge above the Fairy Knowe and a rushing waterfall for some magical views over the forest to Haggis Hill.

The Fairy Knowe is a delightful spot on the burn: rest here and admire the water rushing through a spectacular cleft in the hills.

9 April 2026: the Fairy Knowe Trail is partially closed until post-harvesting remedial works are complete. Access to the Fairy Knowe steps is via lower “Water of Gregg” forest road.

Please keep away from machines, equipment and log stacks. 

Please follow all signs and instructions.

3 ½ miles / 5.7 km

Allow 2 ½ hours

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Strenuous

Uneven grassy paths with narrow, muddy and rough sections. Some steep slopes and a long flight of steps for 100m. Includes some bridges and wide gates.

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