How far is the walk into Camban Bothy?

12km from Morvich near Shiel Bridge — about 3.5 hours at a steady walking pace. From Morvich, follow the Affric Kintail Way east through Gleann Lichd and over the bealach into Glen Affric.

Does Camban Bothy have a fireplace?

Yes — Camban Bothy 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 Camban Bothy 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 Camban Bothy?

River Carnach runs through the glen directly below the bothy — reliable year-round.

When can I visit Camban Bothy?

Best months: May, June, July, August, September. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.

How far is the walk into Camban Bothy?

12km from Morvich near Shiel Bridge — about 3.5 hours at a steady walking pace. From Morvich, follow the Affric Kintail Way east through Gleann Lichd and over the bealach into Glen Affric.

Does Camban Bothy have a fireplace?

Yes — Camban Bothy 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 Camban Bothy 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 Camban Bothy?

River Carnach runs through the glen directly below the bothy — reliable year-round.

When can I visit Camban Bothy?

Best months: May, June, July, August, September. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.

Bothy

Camban Bothy

Camban sits in Glen Affric on the Affric Kintail Way, between Alltbeithe youth hostel and the west coast. A natural overnight stop on one of Scotland's finest through-routes. MBA-maintained bothy in fair condition, sleeps 4. Walk-in is 12 km / 3.5 h.

Quick facts

Walk-in: 12 km· 3.5 hrs
Sleeps: 4
Altitude: 200m
Condition: Fair condition
Grid ref: NH053184
Maintained by: Mountain Bothies Association
Fireplace: Yes
Water: River Carnach runs through the glen directly below the bothy — reliable year-round.
Mobile signal: No signal in the glen. Possible brief reception on high ridges above 900m on the clearest days.
Dogs: Dogs on lead on approachLivestock on approach

Our take

Camban is a stepping stone on the Affric Kintail Way rather than a destination in itself. The setting is beautiful but the bothy is basic. If you are walking the full route, it breaks the longest day into manageable chunks. If you want a glen Affric bothy experience, Alltbeithe hostel offers more comfort for the same walk-in effort.

Getting there

From Morvich, follow the Affric Kintail Way east through Gleann Lichd and over the bealach into Glen Affric. The path is rough in places and the river crossing at Camban can be tricky in spate. From the east (Alltbeithe), it is a shorter 6km walk.

Nearest parking: Morvich near Shiel Bridge

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Stalking season / estate access

NTS Kintail Estate. Stag stalking August–October. Check with NTS ranger at Morvich visitor centre (01599 511231) before heading onto the hills in season.

What to expect inside

Small, basic bothy in fair condition. Fireplace and sleeping space for 4. Less well-appointed than Alltbeithe hostel but adequate for a night. The setting in Glen Affric compensates for the spartan interior.

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When to visit

Best May–September. The walk in is long and the terrain remote — not a winter option for most walkers. Midges in July can be severe in the sheltered glen. The river crossing is the main access hazard.

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.

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Daylight Today

20h 13mwalking daylight

Sunrise: 04:24
Sunset: 22:19
Civil dawn: 03:15
Civil dusk: 23:28

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Camban Bothy — common questions

How far is the walk into Camban Bothy?: 12km from Morvich near Shiel Bridge — about 3.5 hours at a steady walking pace. From Morvich, follow the Affric Kintail Way east through Gleann Lichd and over the bealach into Glen Affric.
Does Camban Bothy have a fireplace?: Yes — Camban Bothy 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 Camban Bothy 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 Camban Bothy?: River Carnach runs through the glen directly below the bothy — reliable year-round.
When can I visit Camban Bothy?: Best months: May, June, July, August, September. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.

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