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54 campsites in Scotland, Highlands and Islands

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Brora Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Situated just north of Brora on the east coast of Sutherland, Brora is a small Caravan and Motorhome Club site set in a sheltered saucer of land with pretty views of the surrounding countryside and just 300 yards from a sandy beach. it has a single well equipped toilet block. You can play golf directly from the site and use the course as your pathway to the sea. The site has 58 grass or hardstanding pitches all except 2 with electricity 16 amp. Tents allowed.
Dunnet Bay Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Dunnet Bay Caravan and Motorhome Club site is close to the village of Dunnet and next to a lovely sandy beach. Dunnet Bay is situated between the A836 and the sand dunes, looking out to Dunnet Head, the most northerly point of mainland Britain. There are 56 fairly level, grass touring pitches (two for tents), all with 16 amp electricity hook-ups.
Bunree Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
If you are looking for a really nice location for your visit to the south-west highlands, this site will take some beating as it surrounded by breathtaking mountains and glens. Located on the banks of Loch Linnhe, the site is also within easy reach of Fort William, Glen Coe, Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor mountains. The site has 99 hardstanding pitches of which 12 are serviced.(some seasonal) all with 16amp electricity,  You will also have access to many cycling and walking paths, shops and restaurants. The  pitches at the loch side are very popular and awnings are not allowed on these so as to protect the view of those pitched behind. The nearby Corran ferry gives access to the Isle of Mull, Glenfinnan and Mallaig.
Kinlochewe Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Peaceful and intimate Kinlochewe Caravan and Motorhome Club Site is set at the foot of the rugged slopes of Beinn Eighe, at the end of a beautiful drive along Glen Docherty from Achnasheen. The site is a magical oasis where the world slows down to walking pace and you with it - glittering lochs, lush woodland and mountains provide a paradise for both climbers and walkers alike. The site also offers convenient facilities to ensure your holiday is trouble-free. The 56 pitches, all with 16 amp electricity, are all made of sturdy stone hardstandings. 5 backpacker tent pitches. Some seasonal pitches.
Altnaharra Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Nestled on the tranquil shores of Loch Naver with direct views of Ben Klibreck, Altnaharra Caravan and Motorhome Club site in Lairg is ideal for those wanting to get away from it all - the closest shops are 20 miles away. This site does not have a toilet block.
Grantown-on-Spey Caravan Park
Granton-on-Spey Caravan Park is peacefully situated on the outskirts of the town, with views of the mountains in the distance. There are 125 well-tended gravel and grass pitches for caravans and motorhomes, all with 10/16 amp electricity and 69 offer fresh and wastewater facilities. In addition to this, a number of super pitches also offer 16 amp electricity, Wi-Fi and individual Freesat TV box.
Morvich Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Morvich Caravan and Motorhome Club Site is the ideal getaway for those who enjoy the great outdoors. Located on the lush green, wooded valley floor and surrounded by picturesque hills and mountains, the caravan site offers breath taking scenery. Mostly owned by the National Trust for Scotland, the land has been designated as a National Scenic Area, so unforgettable natural beauty is guaranteed.
Culloden Moor Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Culloden Moor Caravan and Motorhome Club site is a quiet and tranquil place ideally located for exploring the city of Inverness and the surrounding areas. Gently sloping to face a glorious, unspoilt view over the Nairn Valley, it has the asset of being sheltered on one side by an abundant belt of mature trees to afford extra privacy and wind protection. It has 87 mainly hardstanding pitches (some seasonal), and most have 16 amp electricity. There are 5 tent pitches
Linnhe Lochside Holidays
This quiet well run park has a very peaceful situation overlooking Loch Eil, and it is beautifully landscaped with wonderful views. There are individual pitches with hardstanding for 66 touring units (12 seasonal) on terraces leading down to the water’s edge. All have 10A electricity connection, water and drainage. A separate area on the lochside takes 15 small tents (no reservation). There are also 60 caravan holiday homes and 14 centrally heated pine chalets for hire. Fishing is free on Loch Eil and you are welcome to fish from the park’s private beach or bring your own boat and use the slipway and dinghy park.
Laxdale Holiday Park
Whilst not in the most scenic of locations, this good park is well-placed for touring. Surrounded by trees, it is on the edge of Stornaway (ferry port) and is well laid out, with a tarmac road running through the centre. A level area has 19 touring pitches, all with electricity hook-ups (10A), plus five for tents, and a grassy area (no electricity) for tents gently slopes away to the trees and boundary. There is a choice of rental accommodation on offer: caravans, wigwams, a lodge, a bungalow and a bunkhouse.
John O’Groats Caravan Site
John O’Groats is a family run site situated on the seafront in the far north of Scotland. It enjoys panoramic views over the Pentland Firth towards the Orkney Islands just seven miles away. There is also a ferry to Orkney that leaves from Gill's Bay which is 4 miles along the road from the campsite. The site has 90 pitches 50 of these are hardstanding and 46 have electric hook up points available. 40 pitches are also available for those who are bringing a tent. This wild, unspoilt coastline has some magnificent scenery and abundant wildlife, which can be enjoyed on walks direct from the site.
Skye Camping & Caravanning Club Site
Skye Camping & Caravanning Club site can be found on the banks of Loch Greshornish, the location of this site is both scenic and peaceful. The owners look after the site themselves and everything is very well cared for, attractive and clean. There are 105 pitches, 85 with 16A electricity, of these, 46 are on hardstanding. Most pitches are level with loch views. The site also has two Camping Pods and two Yurts. The atmosphere is very welcoming, from the first greeting at reception to the wave goodbye. Facilities are modern, warm and clean. There is much wildlife in the area and you might be lucky enough to see and hear a golden eagle. The site owns the adjoining loch shore, which is fenced and gated, so fishing (without a licence) is possible.
Invercoe Caravan & Camping Park
On the edge of Loch Leven, surrounded by mountains and forest, Iain and Lynn Brown are continually developing this attractively located park in its magnificent historical setting. It provides 63 pitches for caravans, motorhomes and tents on level grass (can be a bit wet in bad weather) with gravel access roads (some hardstandings). You choose your own numbered pitch, those at the loch side being very popular. The only rules imposed are necessary for safety because the owners prefer their guests to feel free and enjoy themselves. This is a park you will want to return to again and again.
Reraig Caravan and Camping
This is a small, level park close to Loch Alsh with a wooded hillside behind (crisscrossed with woodland walks). Set mainly on well-cut grass, it is sheltered from the prevailing winds by the hill and provides just 45 numbered pitches. There are 10A electrical connections and 35 hardstandings (two without electricity). Tents you can stand in are not accepted. Small tents are permitted at the owner's discretion, so it would be advisable to telephone first if this affects you.
Skeld Caravan Park and Campsite
Skeld Caravan Park and Campsite is a well-kept, sheltered, flat, grassy park that accommodates 15 tent pitches and 19 hard-standing pitches for caravans, motorhomes and campervans. The picturesque village of Skeld is on the West side of Shetland, and the views are spectacular. The shorescape varies from the dramatic cliffs of the outer coast to long voes (sea inlets), which extend far into the heathery hills and green croft land. Whatever the wind direction, you can always find a sheltered beach.
Gruinard Bay Caravan Park
Gruinard Bay Caravan Park is a beach-front site set in one of the most outstanding areas of natural beauty on Scotland’s west coast. There is a small grocery, post office and petrol station within a 3 minute walk from the site. Pets are welcome (only guide dogs in the letting holiday caravans). A small burn runs along side the park which can be fished (but trout should be returned).
Inverewe Gardens Camping & Caravanning Club Site
Inverewe Gardens Camping & Caravanning Club site is an oasis of peace and calm. This pretty tree lined site enjoys beautiful views extending over Loch Ewe; if the weather is right you can enjoy stunning sunsets. The site shares its name with the world famous tropical Inverewe Gardens created by Osgood Mackenzie in 1862. This oasis perches on a peninsula at the edge of Loch Ewe surrounded by more than 2,000 acres of conservation estate. There are plenty of walks to be enjoyed from site or cycle to Inveradale around the Loch. Further north, Rubha nan Sasan is home to a range of WWII command posts and gun emplacements which helped guard the entrance to Loch Ewe during the war. Nearby Gairloch has a heritage Museum and Marine Life Centre offering daily cruises to spot dolphins, whales and seals. The site has 55 grass or hardstanding pitches, only the 17 hardstanding ones have electric hook-up.
Resipole Farm Holiday Park
This quiet, open, five-hectare park is marvellously set on the shores of Loch Sunart, eight miles from Strontian, on the Ardnamurchan peninsula. It is a must for anyone seeking peace and tranquillity and really worth the journey. With wonderful views across the water and regularly visited by wild deer, Resipole Farm offers a good base for exploring the whole of this scenic area or, more locally, for fishing, boating (launching from the site’s own slipway) and walking in the unspoilt countryside. There are 48 level and well drained touring pitches here, 40 with 10/16A electricity. Tents are sited by the hedges.
Sands Caravan & Camping
Sands Caravan and Camping is located just three miles west of Gairloch on the North West coast of Scotland. It is directly adjacent to a magnificent stretch of white sandy beach and most pitches have spectacular views of the Isle of Skye. Here you can combine the feeling of ‘wild’ camping with first class site facilities. The park offers 125 tent pitches on mown grass in hollows to the rear of the beach and 150pitches with electric hook-up for touring units. These are more formally arranged at a higher level. There are some hardstandings for motorhomes and the remaining pitches are on grass. Wigwams and static caravans are available for hire, all with extensive sea views. The site shop is very well stocked with groceries and camping equipment. The Barn restaurant on site offers freshly cooked food using ingredients from local suppliers. This is an ideal base for exploring the Wester Ross area with the Torridon Mountains, the impressive Inverewe Gardens and the historic fishing village of Ullapool or for simply relaxing and enjoying the views and facilities on site.
Loch Ness Shores Camping & Caravanning Club Site
Loch Ness Shores Camping & Caravanning Club site is located near the village of Foyers on the quieter south shore of what is accepted as the most famous of all Scottish Lochs. There are panoramic views of the mountains around the site and it is the perfect base for walking to explore the scenery and wildlife in the area. Historic sites like the magnificent Urquhart Castle and the charming town and village of Fort Augustus and Drumnadrochit are located around Loch Ness. The site itself has excellent eco credentials, using innovative green technologies. It has 99 pitches with electric and 25 grass pitches for tents.

Highlands and Islands

The Highlands and Islands, including Skye, Mull and Islay, have some of the most dramatic landscapes in Europe, dominated by breathtaking mountain ranges such as Ben Nevis and the Grampians, plus deep glistening lochs: the largest being Loch Ness, where the monster reputedly lives. Lying at the very edge of Europe, the islands of the Inner and Outer Hebrides share a rugged natural beauty, with unspoilt beaches and an abundance of wildlife.