Applecross Pass
Bealach na BĂ 
This single-track road rewards brave drivers with stunning Scottish scenery.

📜 Single-track road with the steepest ascent in the UK, rising to 2,054 feet (626 meters).
🔍 Known in Gaelic as Bealach na Bà, meaning 'pass of the cattle'.

Why Go

🏞️ Stunning Scottish scenery and panoramic views to the Isle of Skye
🚴 Challenging hairpin bends attract cyclists and bikers
📜 Historically significant as a droveway and former sole access to Applecross

Why Avoid

❄️ Impassable in wintery conditions
🚫 Not recommended for inexperienced drivers, large motorhomes, or towing caravans
🅿️ Parking in passing places causes congestion and accidents

Tips

📸 Stop at the summit for photos, not in passing places
🛣️ Consider the safer alternate road via Shieldaig (A896 then C1091) if less experienced

Last updated 5 days ago

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