Applecross Camping

Alan Rogers Review of Applecross Camping

The campsite itself is handily located on the road that slaloms down towards the village from the mountain pass. Go past the first field by the reception as the views are better from the ‘overflow' field, and there are no caravans there. Both fields are relatively flat with soft ground to pitch on and occupy great positions overlooking Applecross Bay. The campsite has its own beautiful café, where you will be delighted to see the wooden bar area opening out into a long flower tunnel, with neat tables, a small fountain and a children’s play area.

An essential deer fence may detract from the view slightly. From here, you will get some of the finest views you will ever see of Scotland's largest island, Skye, with its world-famous and unmistakable Cuillin Mountains. The site does have a few static caravans, a Bed & Breakfast establishment and ten camping huts (eight wishbones cabins and two wigwams) to go along with the space for 60 tents, but aside from the height of summer, it doesn't usually get too crowded.

Applecross must also be the only campsite in Britain with its own broch, a round Iron Age house. The remains of this ancient stone wigwam occupy a prime spot just a few feet behind the modern wooden ones, and it’s reassuring to think that people have known this was a camping spot worth journeying to for around 2,000 years.

Facilities at Applecross Camping

There is a fully functional hot water shower block, children's facilities, a laundry room with a washing machine, tumble dryer and a payphone, electric hook-up points, Children's play area, Restaurant, WiFi, Pets allowed.

• Accommodation to Rent
• Bar Nearby
• Bicycle Hire Nearby
• Boat Launch Nearby
• Canoeing/Kayaking Nearby
• Childrens Play Area
• Fishing Nearby
• Glamping
• Nature
• Outdoor
• Sailing Nearby
• Seaside Beach Nearby
• Shop Nearby
• Small Site
• Takeaway Food

Green Credentials

• David Bellamy Blooming Marvellous Pledge

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