Wick River Campsite
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- Sheltered and peaceful pitches on the banks of the Wick River
- A 10-minute walk to Wick; 25 minutes' drive to John o' Groats
- Part of a community enterprise
Site type
30
13
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Mon 23 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
3 
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
6 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £27
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Electric grass pitch (XL)
8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35
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Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (large)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35
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Electric gravel touring pitch (XL)
8 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Min 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36.50
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, motorcyclist, no cars)
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 2.5m width × 3m depth (7.5m²)
Arrival daysFrom £17
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Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50
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Reviews
97% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its modern, exceptionally clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and beautiful riverside location with easy access to town. Guests consistently praise the spacious pitches and well-maintained grounds. Minor criticisms include occasional noise from dogs, an alternative route for larger vehicles requiring care, and seagulls. The ongoing development of new facilities is noted, with current temporary facilities also described positively.
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Last updated 07/07/2026
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Perfection
Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (large)
Liked Great place, 100% would recommend to everyone. Extremely clean, showers, bathrooms, perfect place to stop.
Disliked Nothing
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Spotless facilities and friendly staff
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked The campsite was modern and spotless. Lots of toilets and showers and the pitches were a good size.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the modern facilities, spacious pitches and the cleanliness of the site.
We appreciate your kind feedback and hope to welcome you back to Wick River Campsite again in the future.
Would go again great
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Great facilities very welcoming
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the facilities and felt welcome during your stay.
It's great to know you would visit again, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Wick River Campsite in the future.
Great. Newly refurbished site.
Electric grass pitch (XL)
Liked Very clean, newly installed facilities with good sized pitch.
Disliked No hot water in evening and poor wifi.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the refurbished site, spacious pitches and modern facilities.
We're sorry to hear you experienced issues with the hot water and Wi-Fi during your stay. We are currently upgrading our Wi-Fi service with Highland Broadband, which should provide a much improved experience for future guests.
Thank you for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back to Wick River Campsite again in the future.
Would definately stay again if in the area
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Anonymous Electric gravel touring pitch (XL)
Liked Everything, genuinely cannot fault this site at all
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for your fantastic review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and that everything met your expectations.
Comments like "genuinely cannot fault this site at all" mean a great deal to our team. We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to Wick River Campsite whenever you're in the area again.
Everything…
Electric grass pitch (XL)
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thanks for your 10/10 rating! We really appreciate it.
Thank you. Simon, Steph and Jax
Anonymous Electric grass pitch (XL)
Liked As soon as we arrived and checked in, front of house staff were exceptional in outlining all site operations and what was available in the locality.
Excellent facilities, all were very clean and well maintained.
Site pitch’s were extremely spacious and motor home service point was very well laid out and accessible.
Disliked Nothing to mention.
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All brand new facilities and plenty…
Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (large)
Liked All brand new facilities and plenty of options to choose from and do
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From the manager: Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the new facilities and the range of amenities available on site.
We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Wick River Campsite again in the future.
Best camp site I stayed at on my tour from Hampshire to John O Groats.
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked It's fair to say that this site was the best I stayed at on my tour from Hampshire to John O Groats. Great price. No hidden extras. Good check in and checkout times. Useful for a shower after Parkrun in Thurso !! 20 mins ish from the campsite. Excellent location. Easy check in, great shop for the essentials or Co Op or Tesco available. Staff were very accommodating. The facilities were excellent - washrooms , camping wash ups and communal BBQ. The lounge was a great place to chill out - eat or read my book and not feel confined to the tent. Microwave is a appreciated bonus. Those ready meals can be a nice treat :) Nearby Pic-nic benches also allow outdoor dining if you don't have the folding chairs etc. The Tent pitch I had was fine - close to WC and lounge so suited me. I found the lighting at night perfectly sufficient and not intrusive. A real pleasure to stay at and no issues or concerns. Right next to access to wetland bird location on the river. Short walk into the town - great idea being the list of eating locations given on arrival.
Disliked If I really thought hard for something its the push button timer showers .....I understand why - I do - but personally hate them. (I hope I have remembered the right place ! ) I have been to a site near Glasgow with no push buttons and for me this is a "luxury" - but do understand cost / environmental measures mean timed push button make sense.
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From the manager: Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that Wick River Campsite was the standout site on your journey from Hampshire to John O'Groats.
It's fantastic to know you enjoyed the facilities, lounge, shop, riverside location and the little touches such as the town map and local dining recommendations. We're especially pleased that the lounge provided a comfortable space to relax beyond your tent and that everything helped make your trip easy and enjoyable.
We appreciate your comments regarding the push-button showers. As you mentioned, they're part of our efforts to conserve water and energy as a net-zero site, but we understand they aren't everyone's preference.
Comments like yours mean a great deal to the whole team, and we're delighted we could play a small part in a successful adventure. We hope to welcome you back to Wick River Campsite again in the future.
Very very happy would def book again super clean toulet shower areas
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Very very nice and helpfull staff top pitch up
Disliked Just the weather on my stay but nothing to do wick the site
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay, found the facilities spotlessly clean and received a warm welcome from the team.
We're sorry the weather wasn't quite as cooperative as we'd have liked, but we're glad it didn't stop you having a great stay. We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to Wick River Campsite in the future.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
Wick River Campsite
Riverside Drive
Janetstown
Wick
Caithness
Scotland
KW1 5SP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
58.44313°N
3.10545°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunnet | 14.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Thurso | 18.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The Castle & Gardens of Mey 14.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Staxigoe to Noss Head 2 mi
Noss Head and Sinclair and Girnigoe Castles 2.9 mi
The Stacks of Duncansby 14.1 mi
BLAR NAM FAOILEAG (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 19/02/1999) 14.6 mi
Dwarwick to Castletown 15.5 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Wick River Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wick River Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wick River Campsite? Wick, of course, is the place to start – you can walk into the centre of town to visit the Wick Heritage Centre, grab a dram or two at Pulteney Distillery or … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wick River Campsite?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Please select the relevant extra if you wish to arrive between 8pm and 10pm.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Wick River Campsite? From £17 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.