How far is the walk into Lairig Leacach?

6km from Spean Bridge or Corriechoille — about 1.5 hours at a steady walking pace. From Corriechoille near Spean Bridge, follow the track south through forestry then along the Allt Leachdach into the pass.

Does Lairig Leacach have a fireplace?

Yes — Lairig Leacach 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 Lairig Leacach sleep?

6 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 Lairig Leacach?

Allt Leacach stream runs immediately beside the bothy at the foot of Stob Ban.

When can I visit Lairig Leacach?

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

How far is the walk into Lairig Leacach?

6km from Spean Bridge or Corriechoille — about 1.5 hours at a steady walking pace. From Corriechoille near Spean Bridge, follow the track south through forestry then along the Allt Leachdach into the pass.

Does Lairig Leacach have a fireplace?

Yes — Lairig Leacach 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 Lairig Leacach sleep?

6 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 Lairig Leacach?

Allt Leacach stream runs immediately beside the bothy at the foot of Stob Ban.

When can I visit Lairig Leacach?

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

Bothy

Lairig Leacach

Sits in the Lairig Leacach pass between the Grey Corries and the Easains, on the approach from Spean Bridge. An excellent base for a two-day Grey Corries circuit. 6 km / 1.5 h walk-in. Sleeps 6, good, MBA-maintained.

Quick facts

Walk-in: 6 km· 1.5 hrs
Sleeps: 6
Altitude: 350m
Condition: Good condition
Grid ref: NN282738
Maintained by: Mountain Bothies Association
Fireplace: Yes
Water: Allt Leacach stream runs immediately beside the bothy at the foot of Stob Ban.
Mobile signal: No signal. Enclosed mountain pass between the Grey Corries and Loch Treig hills.
Dogs: Dogs on lead on approachLivestock on approach

Our take

Lairig Leacach is the gateway to the Grey Corries ridge, which is one of the finest mountain days in Scotland — a continuous high-level traverse over multiple summits. Walk in Friday evening, ridge on Saturday, walk out Sunday. The bothy is perfectly placed and well-maintained. Bring poles for the exposed sections above.

Getting there

From Corriechoille near Spean Bridge, follow the track south through forestry then along the Allt Leachdach into the pass. Good path. Allow 1.5 hours.

Nearest parking: Spean Bridge or Corriechoille

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Stalking season / estate access

Lochaber/Corriechoille Estate. Stag stalking August to 20 October. The bothy sits at the head of the pass on estate ground — access to the bothy is always permitted but hillwalkers should take care on surrounding slopes during stag season.

What to expect inside

Well-maintained MBA bothy with a fireplace and sleeping platforms for 6. Two rooms. The location in the pass between major mountain groups is perfect for ambitious hillwalking weekends.

Nearby hills

Multi-bothy trips

Lairig Leacach → Meanach Bothy

South via the Lairig Leacach pass and along the Abhainn Rath valley — one of the great classic bothy links in the Western Highlands.

14 km

Lairig Leacach → Luib Chonnal Bothy

South-east via Fersit and along the eastern shore of Loch Treig — a remote and rewarding through-route.

14 km

When to visit

The pass funnels wind from both directions. Winter conditions on the Grey Corries are serious — full mountaineering equipment required. Summer is the best time for the ridge traverse. Spring snow lingers on 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.

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Sunrise: 04:26
Sunset: 22:14
Civil dawn: 03:19
Civil dusk: 23:21

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Lairig Leacach — common questions

How far is the walk into Lairig Leacach?: 6km from Spean Bridge or Corriechoille — about 1.5 hours at a steady walking pace. From Corriechoille near Spean Bridge, follow the track south through forestry then along the Allt Leachdach into the pass.
Does Lairig Leacach have a fireplace?: Yes — Lairig Leacach 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 Lairig Leacach sleep?: 6 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 Lairig Leacach?: Allt Leacach stream runs immediately beside the bothy at the foot of Stob Ban.
When can I visit Lairig Leacach?: Best months: May, June, July, August, September. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.

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