Bothy
Tomsleibhe
A remote bothy on the south coast of Mull overlooking the Ross of Mull and the Treshnish Isles. The walk-in crosses wild, empty moorland with sea views throughout. 10 km / 3.0 h walk-in. Sleeps 4, fair, MBA-maintained.
Quick facts
- Walk-in
- 10 km· 3 hrs
- Sleeps
- 4
- Altitude
- 50m
- Condition
- Fair condition
- Grid ref
- NM617372
- Maintained by
- Mountain Bothies Association
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Water
- River Forsa flows within 100m of the bothy; a smaller burn drains directly off the hillside east of the building. Collect from the upper burn above any grazing land.
- Mobile signal
- No mobile signal in Glen Forsa. Mull's interior glens have virtually no coverage; nearest reliable signal is approaching Salen or Craignure on the A849.
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead on approachLivestock on approach
Our take
Tomsleibhe is for people who find the rest of Mull too crowded. The walk in crosses empty moorland to a coast that faces nothing but Atlantic. On a clear evening the sunset behind the Treshnish Isles is extraordinary. On a wet day it is bleak beyond measure.
Getting there
From Dhiseig on the B8035, follow rough paths south across moorland to the coast. The terrain is boggy and pathless in sections. Navigation skills recommended. Allow 3 hours.
Nearest parking: Dhiseig on the B8035 south Mull
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Stalking season / estate access
Glen Forsa Estate. Stag stalking 15 Aug–20 Oct; hind culling 21 Oct–15 Feb. Contact Glen Forsa Estate (01680 300229) or use the Hillphones service to check access before hillwalking Aug–Oct.
What to expect inside
Small MBA bothy in fair condition with a fireplace. Space for 4. The coastal setting is spectacular on a clear day. Driftwood from the shore provides fuel.
Nearby hills
When to visit
CalMac ferry from Oban to Craignure, then drive to the trailhead. Best May–September. The moorland approach is very boggy in winter and spring. Stalking is active August to October on the Glenforsa estate; ask at Craignure before heading in. Winter days are short and windswept.
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.
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:33
- Sunset
- 22:15
- Civil dawn
- 03:28
- Civil dusk
- 23:20
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
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Tomsleibhe — common questions
- How far is the walk into Tomsleibhe?
- 10km from Dhiseig on the B8035 south Mull — about 3 hours at a steady walking pace. From Dhiseig on the B8035, follow rough paths south across moorland to the coast.
- Does Tomsleibhe have a fireplace?
- Yes — Tomsleibhe 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 Tomsleibhe 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 Tomsleibhe?
- River Forsa flows within 100m of the bothy; a smaller burn drains directly off the hillside east of the building. Collect from the upper burn above any grazing land.
- When can I visit Tomsleibhe?
- Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October. During the stalking season (August-October), contact the estate before visiting.
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