Bothy
Barrisdale
A large estate bothy in Barrisdale Bay on the north shore of Loch Hourn. The main basecamp for Ladhar Bheinn — Scotland's most remote mainland Munro.
Quick facts
- Walk-in
- 10 km~3h 0m
- Sleeps
- 8
- Altitude
- 10m
- Condition
- Good condition
- Grid ref
- NG871044
- Maintained by
- Estate maintained
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Water
- Nearby
Our take
Barrisdale is the gateway to Ladhar Bheinn, which is widely considered the finest Munro in Scotland. The mountain rises from sea level in a single sweep of rock and grass. The bothy is comfortable, the bay is beautiful, and the hill above will stay with you for years.
Getting there
From the end of the Kinloch Hourn road, follow the coastal path west along the north shore of Loch Hourn. Rough, undulating path with some exposure. Allow 3 hours.
Nearest parking: Kinloch Hourn road end
What to expect inside
Large estate bothy with multiple rooms, fireplace and space for 8+. Well-maintained. The bay setting with Ladhar Bheinn rising behind is spectacular.
Nearby hills & attractions
Ladhar Bheinn (1,020m) — the most remote mainland Munro — rises directly behind. Barrisdale Bay has a sandy beach. Inverie is a day's walk west along the coast.
When to visit
The approach requires good weather for the coastal path. Best April–October. Deer stalking season means consulting the estate. Summer weekends can be busy.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:32
- Sunset
- 21:06
- Civil dawn
- 04:45
- Civil dusk
- 21:53
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026
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