Bothy
Suileag
A well-maintained bothy near Inchnadamph in Assynt. The approach is straightforward and the setting beneath Canisp and Suilven is magnificent.
Quick facts
- Walk-in
- 5 km~1h 15m
- Sleeps
- 4
- Altitude
- 200m
- Condition
- Good condition
- Grid ref
- NC244203
- Maintained by
- Mountain Bothies Association
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Water
- Nearby
Our take
Suileag is the Suilven basecamp. Walk in, sleep, climb Suilven the next morning while the day-trippers are still driving from Ullapool. The mountain is better experienced slowly.
Getting there
From the A837 at Inchnadamph, follow the path northwest. Allow 1–1.5 hours on good paths.
Nearest parking: A837 at Inchnadamph
What to expect inside
MBA bothy in good condition with fireplace and space for 4. Clean and well-maintained. Popular with Suilven and Canisp walkers.
Nearby hills & attractions
Suilven (731m) and Canisp (847m) are directly accessible. Inchnadamph caves are nearby. The Bone Caves are a geological attraction.
When to visit
Accessible year-round due to the good approach. Suilven is a winter challenge despite its modest height — the terrain is rough and exposed.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:26
- Sunset
- 21:09
- Civil dawn
- 04:37
- Civil dusk
- 21:58
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026
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