Region: Fisherfield – Letterewe Wilderness
Height: 989m (3,245 ft)
Sgùrr Bàn, “white peak,” rises like a quartzite beacon in the heart of the Fisherfield Six; a remote constellation of summits often dubbed Scotland’s “Great Wilderness.” Its domed crest is cloaked in pale boulders, offering a sculptural contrast to the jagged ridges of Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair and Beinn Tarsuinn. Though not technically demanding, the approach is long, wild, and ceremonially paced, requiring either a multi-day backpack or a bike-assisted pilgrimage from Corrie Hallie. For campervan travellers, access begins near Dundonnell, with wild parking and proximity to the Destitution Road’s mythic hush.
Trailhead and Parking
- Primary Access Point: Corrie Hallie car park (A832)
- Location: South of Dundonnell, near the start of the Shenavall track
- Grid Reference: NH092880 (trailhead)
- Summit Grid Reference: NH052734
- Capacity: Limited; suitable for discreet daytime campervan access
- Facilities: None at the trailhead
- Charges: Free
- Overnight: Possible with discretion in laybys nearby
Alternative Options
- Laybys near Dundonnell: Quiet overnighting with loch views
- Ullapool: Campsite with full facilities, 30-minute drive north
- Loch a’ Bhraoin: Alternative access point for dry-weather approaches
Route Overview
- Standard Ascent: Circular route via Shenavall bothy and Fisherfield Six
- Distance: ~44 km round trip (multi-Munro circuit)
- Elevation Gain: ~2,905 metres
- Terrain: Estate tracks, river crossings, quartzite ridges
- Time Estimate: 12 to 14 hours (single push); 2 days with overnight bivvy
Extensions:
- Often climbed with Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair, Beinn Tarsuinn, and A’ Mhaighdean
- Shenavall bothy offers a natural overnighting threshold
Navigation Notes
- Summit is domed and quartzite-covered; easy to identify in clear weather
- River crossings and pathless terrain require dry conditions and careful pacing
- A map and compass are essential; a GPS is helpful for ridge transitions and bothy detours
- Weather can shift quickly; ceremonial pacing and full kit advised
Campervan Suitability
- Day Parking: Corrie Hallie car park allows informal access
- Overnight Options:
- Ullapool Campsite: Toilets, showers, electric hook-ups
- Wild parking possible in designated laybys near Dundonnell
- Shenavall bothy: Overnighting option for multi-day circuit (on foot only)
- Facilities: None at trailhead; pack with foresight
Fuel and Supplies
- Ullapool: Fuel station, supermarket, cafés
- Dingwall: Larger supermarket and outdoor gear
- Outdoor Gear: Available in Inverness or Ullapool
- Water Refill: Recommended before entering the Fisherfield corridor
Legacy Log
- Name Origin: “Sgùrr Bàn” means “white peak”
- Summit Features: Quartzite dome, panoramic solitude, sculptural prominence
- Known For: Fisherfield circuit, remote access, and sacred pacing
- Popular With: Wilderness pilgrims, legacy stewards, and those seeking elemental immersion
Closing Notes
This is Munro Profile 160 in your campervan-access series. If you’ve traced the quartzite dome, paused at Shenavall’s threshold, or found a rhythm in the Fisherfield hush, your reflections are welcome. Each insight helps shape the archive and supports fellow travellers.
Sources Used
These sites provide far more detailed and comprehensive overviews of the walks and Munros than I could hope to cover here: