Camping in the Highlands and Islands
54 campsites in Scotland, Highlands and Islands
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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.
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.
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 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dalraddy Holiday Park was established in 1968 and covers 39 hectares of what was originally heather moorland. The park acts as booking agent for several activities and is one of the larger Aviemore sites. Family-run Dalraddy Holiday Park offers a relaxed environment with friendly and helpful staff. You can see lots of wildlife around the park, including red squirrels and roe deer. Guests enjoy magnificent views of the Cairngorm mountains. Tents can be pitched on the field, or in more secluded tree-lined pitches, brilliant for wildlife watching. Either way, you will get a real feel for the outdoors. 90 Touring pitches are hard standing with electric hook-up point as standard. Several static caravans and chalets are also available to hire.
Kinloch Campsite is in an amazing setting on the shores of Loch Dunvegan. Located in the northwest of the Isle of Skye, it is the only site on Skye with both a stunning waterfront location and easy access to all the services of a traditional Highland village. The site is on a former croft at the head of scenic Loch Dunvegan and is overlooked by MacLeod’s Tables, two distinctive flat-topped hills that dominate the skyline. There are pitches right on the loch shore giving visitors amazing views and making it the perfect spot from which to watch the many and varied birds that populate these tidal waters, including the occasional eagle. Seals are also regular visitors. Dunvegan is the ideal base to explore the north of Skye and is a popular diversion on the North Coast 500. The site has 120 grass or hard standing pitches most with electric hook-up 16amp. There are large tent areas where owners can choose their spot to pitch their tents.
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).
This site is just outside the village of Staffin on the east coast of Skye. There are 50 touring pitches, 26 with 16A electricity and hardstanding and 24 on grass without electricity. Pitches on the upper terrace enjoy lovely views of the sea. The entrance to the site from the main road is by a single track road.
Sligachan site is the perfect base on the eastern side of the Isle of Skye. Only five minutes from a hotel with an excellent bar and restaurant, and the Cuillins brewery. Perfect for mountaineers, walkers and lovers of the wild Highland scenery.
This site is attractively laid out in a fairly informal style in several adjoining areas connected by narrow, part gravel, part tarmac roads, with access to the lochside. One of these areas, the Pinewood Area, is very popular and has 28 hardstandings (some distance from the toilet block). Of the 206 marked pitches on fairly level, firm grass, 78 have 16A electricity. This site, with something for everyone, would be great for family holidays. The Glenmore Forest Park lies close to the sandy shore of Loch Morlich amidst conifer woods and surrounded on three sides by the impressive Cairngorm mountains. There is regular snowfall in the winter months. Large motorhomes are accepted but check availability with site in advance.
Point of Ness Caravan & Camping Site is in an idyllic position bounded by the sea on one side (an entrance to the harbour). It is sheltered by the land from the open sea and has views of the mountains and the island of Hoy. There is a rocky beach close by and walks from the site. There are 48 pitches (12 with 10A electricity hook-ups) on this level, firm grassy site protected from the small drop to the sea by a low fence.
Fortrose Bay Campsite is a small, touring campsite located on the shores of the Moray Firth in Fortrose, Scotland. It is a perfect place to relax and unwind, with stunning views over the water and the Black Isle. The campsite is also within easy walking distance of the historic village of Fortrose, which has a variety of shops, restaurants, and pubs. Fortrose is a great base for exploring the rest of the Highlands, including Inverness, which is just a 15-mile drive away. The Black Isle is known for its microclimate, which means it often has better weather than other parts of Scotland. A short walk from the site is Chanonry Point where both seals, otters & dolphins may be spotted.
Thurso Bay Caravan & Camping Park is a lovely 4.5-acre coastal site providing the best of both worlds: stunning rural coastal views with easy access to amenities in town. It overlooks Thurso Bay and the Orkney Isles can be seen in the distance. The North Link Ferry Terminal at Scrabster Harbour is only 3km away. The Blue Door Coffee Shop & Diner, located on-site, is Thurso's indie burger joint, coffee shop, and ice cream parlour all rolled into one. It serves original beef burgers, hot dogs, fish 'n fries as well as its own artisan ice cream and specialty milk shakes and coffee. Take-away available (great food and the great outdoors from the comfort of your tent, caravan, or motorhome). The site has 66 grass or hardstanding pitches and most have electric hook-up point.
Dornoch Caravan and Camping Park Situated in the Royal Burgh of Dornoch on the east coast of Sutherland, can be found next to Dornoch’s award winning beautiful golden beaches and its magnificent golf course. The site has 120 grass touring pitches with electric hook-up point 16amp (some seasonal) on the shores of the Dornoch Firth. Miles of clean golden sandy beaches to walk, play and relax on for all the family. Travelling north towards Caithness you pass through Brora and Helmsdale where you can visit The Timespan Centre run by the Helmsdale Heritage Society. Caithness has an attractive wild coastline and day trips to the Orkney Islands are available from Scrabster and John O'Groats.
Just outside Fort William, in a most attractive and quiet situation with views of Ben Nevis, this spacious park is used by those on active pursuits as well as sightseeing tourists. It comprises eight quite large fields, divided between caravans, motorhomes and tents. The 174 large touring pitches, many with hardstanding (steel pegs required,) are marked with wooden fence dividers, all with 16A electricity and 80 also have water and drainage. The park becomes full in the peak months, but there are vacancies each day. If the reception is closed (after hours), you can site yourself.
Opened in
June 2018, this site has been set up as a community campsite by the local community as
a non-profit making enterprise. It is a lovely modern site in an amazing location with mountain views all around, yet it is just a five-minute walk from the village.
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.



















