Bothy
Meanach (Fisherfield)
A remote bothy in the Fisherfield wilderness between Poolewe and Dundonnell. One of the most isolated shelters in Scotland.
Quick facts
- Walk-in
- 14 km~5h 30m
- Sleeps
- 4
- Altitude
- 250m
- Condition
- Fair condition
- Grid ref
- NH005790
- Maintained by
- Mountain Bothies Association
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Water
- Nearby
Our take
The Fisherfield Meanach is for the people who find Shenavall too busy. If you want to bag A' Mhaighdean — the most remote Munro — this is where you sleep. Expect to see nobody.
Getting there
Multiple approaches — all long. From Poolewe via Carnmore (14km, 5 hours). From Dundonnell via Shenavall and over the hills (12km, 4.5 hours). Navigation essential.
Nearest parking: Poolewe or Dundonnell
What to expect inside
Small MBA bothy in fair condition with a fireplace. Space for 4. The extreme remoteness means you may have it entirely to yourself.
Nearby hills & attractions
A' Mhaighdean (967m) — Scotland's most remote Munro — and Ruadh Stac Mor (919m) are nearby. The Fisherfield Six round is the ultimate multi-Munro challenge.
When to visit
Strictly a summer bothy (June–September). The approach crosses trackless wilderness. River crossings can be impassable in spate.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:28
- Sunset
- 21:09
- Civil dawn
- 04:40
- Civil dusk
- 21:57
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026
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