Bothy
/ˈbɔːθi/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Remote Shelter
Bothy often implies a simple, isolated shelter without modern comforts in the wilderness.
They spent the night in a bothy deep in the Scottish Highlands.
Pro Tip 2/3Emergency Use
A bothy is usually left unlocked for hikers to use in emergencies or as resting spots.
Caught in a storm, the climbers were relieved to find an open bothy.
Pro Tip 3/3No Reservation
Bothies don’t typically require booking and operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
Since bothies don’t take reservations, we’ll need to bring our tents in case it's full.
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