Bealach na Bà, Applecross

Roads · Mountain pass · Scotland

Bealach na Bà

A narrow single-track Alpine-style climb; unsuitable for nervous drivers or very low visibility.
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Length11 miles18 km
Driving timeAbout 25 minwithout stops
OpenMay to Novusually
RoadSingle-trackbusy in summer
Low carsFine with care
MotorcyclesGood

Before you go

Single-track with passing places and gradients up to 20%. Signs advise against caravans and big vehicles.

Which way round

From Tornapress up to Applecross for the hairpins at the top.

When it’s open

Usually open May to Nov. Opening depends on the snow, so check the status before you go.

The route

  1. Tornapress
  2. summit
  3. Applecross

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