Bothy
Lochivraon
A remote bothy in the hills between Braemore Junction and Dundonnell. Access to An Teallach from the south side. The bothy provides the southern approach to An Teallach and accesses the Fannaichs from the rear; rarely visited despite a manageable approach.
Quick facts
- Walk-in
- 8 km· 2 hrs
- Sleeps
- 4
- Altitude
- 300m
- Condition
- Fair condition
- Grid ref
- NH117733
- Maintained by
- Estate maintained
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Water
- Loch a' Bhraoin outflow burn — estate bothy has a sink fed from the hillside water supply.
- Mobile signal
- No signal. Remote Fannichs area with no mobile coverage.
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead on approachLivestock on approach
Our take
Lochivraon is the back route to An Teallach — from the south rather than Dundonnell. Fewer people, same mountain, different perspective. The walk-in is shorter than the popular Dundonnell start and the door looks straight up Strath na Sealga to An Teallach's ridges.
Getting there
From Braemore Junction on the A835, follow paths northwest into the hills. Allow 2 hours. The track climbs gently from Braemore Junction past Loch a' Bhraoin then becomes rough moorland path; allow extra time after rain.
Nearest parking: A835 at Braemore Junction
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Stalking season / estate access
Braemore/Inverbroom Estate. Bothy maintained by estate; contact to confirm access during stalking season (September–October).
What to expect inside
Small estate bothy in fair condition with a fireplace. Space for 4. Small single room with a fireplace, wooden sleeping platform for four, a stone floor and a tiny porch. Adequate but basic.
Nearby hills
Multi-bothy trips
Fannichs to Fisherfield link; Shenavall is north-west via An Teallach approaches — a very long and demanding day.
22 km
When to visit
Best May–September. An Teallach in winter is a serious mountaineering objective. The approach is exposed to weather. Best May to September; winter brings genuine mountain conditions on An Teallach. The approach drains slowly after wet weather.
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 local estate or syndicate for current status before relying on this bothy as shelter.
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:20
- Sunset
- 22:23
- Civil dawn
- 03:07
- Civil dusk
- 23:36
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
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Lochivraon — common questions
- How far is the walk into Lochivraon?
- 8km from A835 at Braemore Junction — about 2 hours at a steady walking pace. From Braemore Junction on the A835, follow paths northwest into the hills.
- Does Lochivraon have a fireplace?
- Yes — Lochivraon 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 Lochivraon 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 Lochivraon?
- Loch a' Bhraoin outflow burn — estate bothy has a sink fed from the hillside water supply.
- When can I visit Lochivraon?
- Best months: May, June, July, August, September. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.
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