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Bothy

Gleann na Muice

A remote bothy in the Fisherfield/Letterewe wilderness between Dundonnell and Poolewe. Deep in the hills with no road access from any direction.

Quick facts

Walk-in
12 km~4h 0m
Sleeps
4
Altitude
200m
Condition
Fair condition
Grid ref
NH050775
Maintained by
Mountain Bothies Association
Fireplace
Yes
Water
Nearby

Our take

Gleann na Muice is the back door to Fisherfield. If Shenavall is busy — and it often is on summer weekends — push deeper. The extra effort buys solitude.

Getting there

From Dundonnell, follow the path south past Shenavall then continue west. Long, rough approach. Allow 4–5 hours.

Nearest parking: Dundonnell on the A832

What to expect inside

Small MBA bothy in fair condition with a fireplace. Space for 4. The extreme remoteness is the defining characteristic.

Nearby hills & attractions

The Fisherfield Six Munros. Shenavall bothy is to the northeast. Slioch (981m) rises above Loch Maree to the south.

When to visit

Strictly summer (June–September). Multiple river crossings on the approach. Navigation essential in this trackless landscape.

Current conditions

Daylight Today

17h 17mwalking daylight
Sunrise
05:28
Sunset
21:09
Civil dawn
04:40
Civil dusk
21:57

NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026

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