ケアンゴームズの山小屋＆キャビン・トップ20

Small but cosy. A few sleeping spaces in the ‘living room’ by the wood burner, plus the ‘attic suite’ where I slept on the floor. Apparently, the bothy’s getting a makeover this summer (2026), which should create a bit more sleeping space. I cycled here on a gravel bike (not hiked, although I did a fair share of hike-a-bike tbh in the snow!).

Best bothy in Scotland!

Great bothy - you'll find it in the middle of the house complex, it's entrance is only approachable from the Eastern side of the building.

Fantastic run , did on full suspension mtb so smoothed out the ride.

The Ryvoan Bothy is an authentic and, above all, small bothy. Because it's also relatively close to a large parking lot and visitor center for Glenmore Forest Park, and the path to it is easy to walk and cycle, it's likely to be crowded. Therefore, it wasn't my favorite during my cycling trip through the Cairngorms, but it does offer excellent accommodations with a few sleeping places, a table and chairs, and a stove.

The Ryvoan Bothy is an authentic and, above all, small bothy. Because it's also relatively close to a large parking lot and visitor center for Glenmore Forest Park, and the path to it is easy to walk and cycle, it's likely to be crowded. Therefore, it wasn't my favorite during my cycling trip through the Cairngorms, but it does offer excellent accommodations with a few sleeping places, a table and chairs, and a stove.

Don't expect a palace, but this 'Royal Bothy' on Balmoral Estate remains one of the most beautiful bothies I know. In an outbuilding of the royal lodge just outside, you'll find several doors. The last door, somewhat hidden, is the correct one. Inside, you'll find a cozy bothy with everything you need: bunk beds, a table and chairs, and a stove for warmth. On the first floor, you can sleep on the wooden floor. Be aware that logging is prohibited around the bothy! The location is also fantastic, with beautiful views over Loch Muick, and the small wooded area has a cozy and inviting feel. A stream with fresh water also flows through it. Highly recommended to stay here.

ACCESSIBILITY ADVICE! Tried to take pictures for understanding accessibility to this bothy. All the way is a 4x4 track at times quite sandy and uneven, with grown over parts in the middle and never too steep but continual hill coming to the bothy from Blair Atholl. The main challenge for hand cyclists riding solo is a gate that opens both ways but requires you to come off the road a wee bit onto uneven ground with not much space for manouverig. The main 4x4 gate was padlocked closed in late February when I was there but maybe it could be open later or asked to be opened. Takes maybe 1hr 30 minutes -2hrs from the station to the bothy cycling I'd say. Photos to help.