Arguably the only alpine-style mountain hut in the UK, the C.I.C. hut provides shelter from some extremely harsh weather. It gives unparalleled access to summer and winter climbing on the North Face of Ben Nevis.
Ben Nevis North Face, Lochaber
( NN 16738 72233 )
From the North Face car park head approximately south-eastward, briefly on a track and then onto a good path that roughly shadows the Allt a'Mhuillin.
The CIC is an unmanned, key required for Access.
The approach to the hut involves travel in mountainous terrain. Users of the hut, especially in Winter, should ensure they are suitably equipped and skilled for the conditions.
You will be required to bring your own sleeping bag and food.
The most direct approach to the hut is from the Forestry and Land Scotland's North Face car park near Torlundy. Follow the way-marked from the North Face car park, then continue.
The North Face Car Park
Forestry and Land Scotland have now introduced charges for the North Face car park with 2 parking meters on site.
The rate is currently £3.00 per day and needs to be paid daily.
North Face Car Park website
Link for online payment In 'Locations' search for FLS North Face - RingGo location code is currently 53376.
- 26 alpine beds with mattress (4 beds reserved for SMC members, booked in advance).
- Full modern kitchen, with gas oven and hobs.
- Gas heating.
- Electric lighting, with background heating.
- All Power outlets are now located above each Bunk. Please bring your own USB cable to fit either USB A or C.
- Drying room.
- Composting toilet.
- Water accessible from standpipe outside (can freeze in winter). This water is not tested and is piped from an underground spring about 200 metres from the hut.
The CIC is only available to mountaineering and climbing groups. The CIC hut is in high demand throughout the winter season, and bookings should be made well in advance to secure an alpine bed. To help with this bookings are open for the period up to 31 December 2027.
Payment is required in full for all bookings. Note there are no refunds for winter bookings.
All bookings are £26.00 per person per night including VAT.
All bookings are carried out online via the availability calendar below. If you are unfamiliar with the online booking system please read the notes on Online Bookings on the All Huts page.
Tap on arrival and departure date, then select ‘Book Now’ (if you wish to change dates, select ‘Clear Selection’ and start again). This will take you to a form to complete, name, address, post code and mobile number.
Payment is required at time of booking, carried out online with a bank or credit card.
All bookings are sold for 2 persons booking. If you are a single user or odd number, please contact the custodian, Robin Clothier: [email protected]
The hut was erected in 1928/9 by Dr and Mrs Inglis Clark in memory of their son Charles Inglis Clark who was killed in action in the 1914-1918 War. The original building was extensively refurbished and extended between 2008 and 2012.
Latest reports from the CIC hut can be found on its Facebook page: cichutbennevis.
Follow our webcam weather station https://holfuy.com/en/weather/1746
Important notice. Due to storm Amy there are a large number of trees down with access to North Face Carpark close at present with trees down the path.
All booking are made via the availability calendar below. Please note that all winter bookings are limited to groups of 8 and summer bookings are limited to 16. Kindred clubs who have an arrangement with SMC should contact the Custodian directly before booking. There are no discount for winter bookings. Please note from 01 April-27 the rate for all booking will increase to £28.00 pppn.