Bothy
Bearnais
A well-maintained bothy in Strath Carron between Achnashellach and Torridon. A key staging post for through-routes and a base for the surrounding Munros.
Quick facts
- Walk-in
- 6 km~2h 30m
- Sleeps
- 6
- Altitude
- 100m
- Condition
- Good condition
- Grid ref
- NH023584
- Maintained by
- Mountain Bothies Association
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Water
- Nearby
Our take
Bearnais is the Torridon/Achnashellach workhorse. Train to Achnashellach, walk to the bothy, bag two Munros, walk out to the train. It works beautifully and you never need a car.
Getting there
From Craig on the A890, follow the path north through the strath. Good path with gentle gradients. Allow 1.5 hours.
Nearest parking: Craig on the A890
What to expect inside
Well-maintained MBA bothy with two rooms, fireplace and space for 6. Comfortable and popular with through-walkers.
Nearby hills & attractions
Sgurr Choinnich (999m) and Sgurr a' Chaorachain (1,053m) are directly above. The through-route to Torridon passes the door. Achnashellach station is on the Inverness–Kyle line.
When to visit
Accessible year-round. The train at Achnashellach makes car-free access possible. Winter conditions on the Munros above are serious.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:29
- Sunset
- 21:08
- Civil dawn
- 04:41
- Civil dusk
- 21:55
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026
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