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Munro Profile 72: Bidein a’Ghlas Thuill (An Teallach)

Region: Northwest Highlands – Dundonnell and Fisherfield
Height: 1,062m (3,484 ft)

Bidein a’Ghlas Thuill, “peak of the grey hollow,” is the highest summit of An Teallach, a sandstone ridge of mythic grandeur that towers above Little Loch Broom. Its sibling, Sgùrr Fiona, shares the drama, and together they form one of Scotland’s most revered mountain profiles. The terrain is steep, exposed, and deeply sculptural—ideal for legacy stewards and ridge pilgrims seeking elemental clarity. For campervan travellers, access begins at Corrie Hallie, with staging near Dundonnell and proximity to the Cape Wrath Trail.

Trailhead and Parking

Primary Access Point: Corrie Hallie Car Park (A832)
Location: Between Dundonnell and Braemore Junction
Grid Reference: NH091880 (trailhead)
Summit Grid Reference: NH068842

Capacity: Modest roadside area; suitable for short campervans during the day
Facilities: None at the trailhead
Charges: Free
Overnight: Not permitted at the trailhead; tolerated with discretion in designated laybys

Alternative Options

  • Dundonnell: Limited services and informal staging
  • Badrallach Campsite is 20 mins away
  • Wild parking: Possible in laybys near Little Loch Broom (check signage)
  • Ullapool: Full amenities, fuel, and outdoor gear

Route Overview

Standard Ascent: Stalkers’ Path via Sàil Liath and An Teallach Ridge
Distance: Approximately 16.5 km round trip
Elevation Gain: Around 1,090 metres
Terrain: Rocky ridges, steep drops, sandstone pinnacles
Time Estimate: 6.5 to 8 hours

Traverse Option: Full An Teallach circuit including Sgùrr Fiona
Scrambling: Optional pinnacles; confident movement required

Navigation Notes

  • Ridge is exposed and complex; scrambling sections require care
  • Summit is cairned and unmistakable; views span Fisherfield and Loch na Sealga
  • A map and compass are essential; a GPS is helpful for ridge transitions
  • Weather shifts quickly; mist and wind demand caution and reverence

Campervan Suitability

Day Parking

  • Corrie Hallie car park allows daytime campervan access
  • Arrive early; space is limited

Overnight Options

  • Wild laybys near Little Loch Broom
  • Community-supported staging in Dundonnell
  • Full facilities in Ullapool

Fuel and Supplies

  • Dundonnell: Basic services
  • Ullapool: Fuel station, supermarket, cafés, outdoor gear
  • Water refill: Recommended before entering the ridge basin

Legacy Log

  • Name origin: “Bidein a’Ghlas Thuill” translates to “peak of the grey hollow”
  • Summit features: Cairn with views across Fisherfield, Loch na Sealga, and Slioch
  • Known for: Prominence, ridge drama, and sacred pacing
  • Popular with: Wilderness pilgrims, legacy stewards, and those seeking elemental grandeur

Closing Notes

This is Munro Profile 72 in your campervan-access series. If you’ve traced the hollow’s hush, paused at the sandstone crest, or found a rhythm in An Teallach’s sculptural folds, your reflections are welcome. Each insight helps shape the archive and supports fellow travellers.

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