Bothy
Allt Scheicheachan
A bothy in Glen Tilt south of Blair Atholl. Shorter than the walk to Tarf Hotel and useful as a first-night stop on the Minigaig pass route. A handy first-night stop in Glen Tilt for those starting late, or a quieter alternative to the better-known Tarf Hotel.
Quick facts
- Walk-in
- 6 km· 1.5 hrs
- Sleeps
- 4
- Altitude
- 450m
- Condition
- Good condition
- Grid ref
- NN835737
- Maintained by
- Mountain Bothies Association
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Water
- The Allt Scheicheachan burn runs directly past the bothy and provides the name. A reliable water source; treat before drinking.
- Mobile signal
- No signal. Approached via a 10km track from Blair Atholl, deep in the Forest of Atholl.
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead on approachLivestock on approach
Our take
Allt Scheicheachan is the warm-up for the Tarf Hotel — half the walk-in, same beautiful glen. If you are short on time or energy, stop here and bag Beinn a' Ghlo the next day. It's a plain box of a place, but the position under Beinn a' Ghlo's long ridges earns it a night.
Getting there
From Old Bridge of Tilt, follow the track north through Glen Tilt. Allow 1.5 hours on excellent estate tracks. The Glen Tilt track is one of the finest estate paths in Scotland; mountain bikes ride it easily and the gradient is gentle throughout.
Nearest parking: Old Bridge of Tilt, Blair Atholl
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Stalking season / estate access
Atholl Estates. Stag stalking mid-August to 20 October; hind stalking October to February. The surrounding moorland is actively managed.
What to expect inside
MBA bothy in good condition with fireplace and space for 4. The Glen Tilt setting is beautiful. Single room with a stove, wooden sleeping platform for four, a small porch, and stone-flagged floor. Recently refurbished by the estate.
Multi-bothy trips
Roughly 12km of remote moorland and river walking connects Allt Scheicheachan to the Tarf Hotel, forming a challenging two-day Forest of Atholl traverse.
24 km
When to visit
Accessible year-round on the excellent Glen Tilt track. Mountain bike friendly. Beinn a' Ghlo is a straightforward winter Munro. Year-round access; the track stays good even in winter. Beinn a' Ghlo holds snow late into spring on its north-facing corries.
Wildfire risk — May to October
Dry conditions increase wildfire risk during summer. Never light fires in the open. Use the bothy fireplace only, and ensure it is fully out before you leave.
Current conditions
Condition unverified
We have not received a recent visitor report for this bothy. Check the MBA bothy register for current status before relying on this bothy as shelter.
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:22
- Sunset
- 22:11
- Civil dawn
- 03:15
- Civil dusk
- 23:17
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
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Allt Scheicheachan — common questions
- How far is the walk into Allt Scheicheachan?
- 6km from Old Bridge of Tilt, Blair Atholl — about 1.5 hours at a steady walking pace. From Old Bridge of Tilt, follow the track north through Glen Tilt.
- Does Allt Scheicheachan have a fireplace?
- Yes — Allt Scheicheachan has a working fireplace. Bring your own firewood; natural wood at most Scottish bothies is scarce, and burning bothy furniture or boundary posts is not acceptable.
- How many people does Allt Scheicheachan sleep?
- 4 sleeping spaces — but bothies operate first-come-first-served and you may share with strangers. On busy weekends parties often pitch a tent outside if the bothy is full.
- Is there water at Allt Scheicheachan?
- The Allt Scheicheachan burn runs directly past the bothy and provides the name. A reliable water source; treat before drinking.
- When can I visit Allt Scheicheachan?
- Best months: May, June, July, September. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.
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