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Backhill of Bush (Bothy)

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55.130°N, 4.384°W
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The wind hums through the stone walls of this high mountain bothy, where silence sits thick as heather and the only company is the call of curlews over the moor.

This is for proper wild campers and hillwalkers who carry everything in and expect nothing but shelter — a traditional Scottish bothy tucked into remote country, open year-round to anyone willing to make the walk. Tent pitches nearby for those who prefer canvas, but the real draw is the bothy itself: bare walls, a fireplace if you're lucky, and the kind of solitude you can't buy. Check the dog situation before you set off, and ask about campfires when you arrive — bothy etiquette matters up here.

No facilities, no frills, no bookings. Bring what you need, leave it cleaner than you found it, and settle in for a night where the stars do all the talking. This is wild camping in its truest, rawest form.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
14°C
Overcast
13 mph
100%
7-Day Outlook
Today
16° / 11°
100%
Mon
15° / 9°
100%
Tue
12° / 9°
100%
Wed
13° / 9°
66%
Thu
16° / 11°
80%
Fri
14° / 10°
83%
Sat
13° / 10°
61%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

2 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Merrick Trail

Climbs steeply through forestry and open moorland to reach Merrick, Southern Scotland's highest peak at 843m. Challenging terrain with rocky sections and significant elevation gain – not suitable for young children or buggies. Dogs welcome but must be fit and capable on rough ground. Rewards with spectacular views across Galloway Hills, Loch Trool, and on clear days to Arran and Ireland. A proper hill walk requiring decent fitness, navigation skills, and appropriate mountain footwear.

Hiking routeLocal network
6.39 km from campsite

Southern Upland Way (Section A - Portpatrick to Melrose)

Hiking routeNational trail
30.63 km from campsite
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This site is properly off-grid — no shops, pubs, cafes or services within 5 km on our records. Pack a flask, a stove and your favourite supper. That's half the magic.

Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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