How long is the walk-in to Shenavall?

10km from Corrie Hallie on the A832 — about 3 hours at a steady walking pace. From Corrie Hallie, follow the stalkers path over the bealach and down into Strath na Sealga.

Can you have a fire in Shenavall?

Yes — there's a working fireplace at Shenavall. Carry your own fuel in: dead wood is scarce around most Scottish bothies, and burning furniture or fence posts is never on.

How big is Shenavall inside?

There's room for 10. Bothies are first-come-first-served though, and sharing with strangers is normal — on busy weekends late arrivals often end up pitching a tent outside.

Where do you get water at Shenavall?

Abhainn Strath na Sealga river, 20m south. Also a burn on the east side.

What time of year is best for Shenavall?

Plan around May, June, July, August, September. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.

Bothy

Shenavall

Shenavall sits at the head of Strath na Sealga in the Fisherfield wilderness, with An Teallach towering directly behind. Widely considered the most dramatically located bothy in Scotland. MBA-maintained bothy in good condition, sleeps 10. Walk-in is 10 km / 3.0 h.

Quick facts

Walk-in: 10 km· 3 hrs
Sleeps: 10
Altitude: 20m
Condition: Good condition
Grid ref: NH066810
Maintained by: Mountain Bothies Association
Fireplace: Yes
Water: Abhainn Strath na Sealga river, 20m south. Also a burn on the east side.
Mobile signal: No signal in the strath. Intermittent EE coverage on the bealach above.
Dogs: Dogs on lead on approachLivestock on approach

Our take

Shenavall has the single best view from any bothy in Scotland — you step outside and An Teallach fills the sky. The Fisherfield wilderness beyond is the most remote landscape in mainland Britain. The catch is the river crossing on the approach, which in spate is genuinely dangerous. Check weather, carry walking poles, and be prepared to turn back.

Getting there

From Corrie Hallie, follow the stalkers path over the bealach and down into Strath na Sealga. The final descent is steep and rough. The Abhainn Strath na Sealga must be crossed — there is no bridge, and in spate this crossing is dangerous. Some walkers approach via Gruinard River from the north, which avoids the river crossing.

Nearest parking: Corrie Hallie on the A832

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Stalking season / estate access

Eilean Darach and surrounding estates run red deer stalking August–October. Check with the estate before visiting. The Fisherfield wilderness is divided between several private estates — all support respectful bothy use outside stalking periods.

What to expect inside

Large, well-built estate bothy with a main room, side rooms and an upstairs sleeping area. Two fireplaces. Stone walls and a solid roof. Owned by the Dundonnell estate and maintained by the MBA — respect the privilege. A shovel and brush are provided — leave it cleaner than you found it.

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When to visit

The river crossing makes this bothy weather-dependent year-round. After prolonged rain, turning back is the correct decision. Deer stalking season (August–October) means consulting the estate before visiting. Winter requires full mountaineering equipment for An Teallach.

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

Last condition reportJanuary 2026

Good — both fireplaces functional, upstairs sleeping area dry

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18h 21mwalking daylight

Sunrise: 05:11
Sunset: 21:44
Civil dawn: 04:17
Civil dusk: 22:38

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Shenavall — common questions

How long is the walk-in to Shenavall?: 10km from Corrie Hallie on the A832 — about 3 hours at a steady walking pace. From Corrie Hallie, follow the stalkers path over the bealach and down into Strath na Sealga.
Can you have a fire in Shenavall?: Yes — there's a working fireplace at Shenavall. Carry your own fuel in: dead wood is scarce around most Scottish bothies, and burning furniture or fence posts is never on.
How big is Shenavall inside?: There's room for 10. Bothies are first-come-first-served though, and sharing with strangers is normal — on busy weekends late arrivals often end up pitching a tent outside.
Where do you get water at Shenavall?: Abhainn Strath na Sealga river, 20m south. Also a burn on the east side.
What time of year is best for Shenavall?: Plan around May, June, July, August, September. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.

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