The crash of Atlantic waves against sea cliffs echoes across the headland, while the scent of salt spray mingles with peat smoke from the bothy's chimney. This is Britain's most remote refuge—a stone shelter reached only by a challenging 5-mile hike across Scotland's wild Cape Wrath peninsula, where golden eagles soar and the nearest road feels like another world entirely.
Perfect for experienced hillwalkers and adventurers seeking genuine wilderness solitude in Scotland's far northwest Highlands, Kearvaig offers either wild camping pitches near the bothy or shelter within the basic mountain hut itself. The location is utterly spectacular, perched above a pristine sandy beach with views toward towering sea stacks and the vast North Atlantic horizon.
The bothy provides simple four walls and a roof—nothing more. There's no electricity, no running water, no facilities beyond what nature provides and what you carry in. You'll share space with fellow wilderness devotees on a first-come basis, fetching water from the nearby burn and relying entirely on your own resources. Check current campfire policies on arrival. This is raw, uncompromising Scottish wilderness at its most humbling and magnificent.
Add a single landscape photo from your trip — pitch, view, sunset, anything but people. We’ll add it to the gallery after a quick moderation check.
Get a bespoke packing list tuned to this campsite's facilities, your party and the forecast — generated on demand by Camper AI.
Walking sandals & water-friendly footwear — the unsung hero of UK campsite ablution-block runs.
Outdoor jackets, fleece layers and boots — Berghaus, Rab, Patagonia and more under one roof.
Scottish-made merino wool base layers, cycling kit and hill-walking essentials — built in the Borders to outlast the British weather.
Alternative booking platform — listings for thousands of UK campsites, holiday parks and touring sites.
UK's biggest camping retailer — tents, stoves, sleeping bags, awnings and every accessory you forgot to pack.
French outdoor specialist — adidas Terrex, hiking, trail running and mountain gear. Use ADI10 for an extra 10% off adidas.
† Partner links — CampCompass UK earns a small commission if you buy. Costs you nothing and helps keep the app free of ads.
Verified discount codes from outdoor brands — added by the team as new partnerships go live.
Try Pro free for 14 daysThis 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
22,000+ UK campsites, real camper reviews, weather alerts, and a growing community of British campers swapping tips. One minute to sign up — no card, no catches.
We use a handful of cookies to keep you signed in (essential) and — only with your permission — to see which features help campers most (analytics). No ad-tracking, no selling your data. Ever. Read our cookie policy.
Registered with the UK ICO · CSN5693592