Oban Holiday Park

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Oban holiday park - looking out onto the isle of kerrera and onto mull in the distance.
Oban holiday park from above
Scenic holiday park
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Oban holiday park - looking out onto the isle of kerrera and onto mull in the distance.
Oban holiday park from above
Scenic holiday park

  • Scenic site 10 minutes' drive from Oban, with views to Kerrera island
  • Ferries, whisky distillery and horse riding within 10 mins' drive
  • Play area and shop on site; dogs welcome
For some folk, Oban is a jumping-off point for trips to the spectacular Scottish islands; for others, it’s a very handy location simply for sinking into the gentle pace of rural Highlands life while still keeping convenient access to shops and other amenities. Whichever of those groups you fall into, a fine base awaits at Oban Holiday Park, a spacious and peaceful site in Gallanchmore, about 10 minutes’ drive south of the Oban. It’s a scenic spot indeed, with views out over the sea to the island of Kerrera (which you can take a closer look at by boarding a ferry less than a mile away). There are plenty more options for island hopping from the harbour in Oban, whether you’re doing a grand tour or just taking day trips. The town also has a good collection of shops, restaurants and things to do, including a cinema and golf course – not forgetting the option for a stroll along the seafront at sunset, watching the boats bobbing in the harbour. Staying here isn’t all about the islands, of course – there’s a whole heap of things to see on the mainland too, including castles, gardens and a whisky distillery. Activities are plentiful too, with pony trekking and scuba diving close by as well as a good choice of places to go for walks and bike rides. On site, all is nicely convenient too, with a small food shop, chemical disposal and modern toilets and showers; there’s also a play area where the kids can have a good run about. The site is supported by natural water springs, so you'll need to boil any water you intend to consume or drink bottled water instead.

Campground type

Tent sites 50
Caravan sites 25
RV & Motorhome sites 25
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 30
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Single-sex bookings of 5 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The grocery shop is open between 01/07 and 31/10.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

Dutch

English

This site is a member of Highland Holidays group.

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Reviews

7.6

Overall rating from 324 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

73% would recommend this campground to a friend

70% would stay here again

What customers say

Stunning spot near Oban, with great views and friendly staff. Facilities mostly clean but a bit dated. Some pitches are lumpy and muddy, especially for big rigs. Water supply issues and ongoing work were also flagged.

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Sarah J.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked Lots of spaces to pitch up. Seeing highland cows
Nice surrounding views

Disliked Wish we had known in advance re no drinking water other than boiling it.
Toliets being cleaned at 9.30 which is crazy as this is surely busier period.
Expensive site for the facilities provided.
Toliets etc need upgrade.
Looked like a building site what with all the diggers in use rather than building work done out of season. No staff available after 5pm . We won't be retuning

Recommend to friends Visit again

Toilets ok. , pitches poor, uneven, no wifi, soft grasd. Wouldbt go…

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4 out of 10
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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Malcolm N.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked Toilets ok. , pitches poor, uneven, no wifi, soft grasd. Wouldbt go back

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy camp base, close to Oban, ticks boxes.

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8 out of 10
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Wifi
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Roisin S.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Nice location. Toilets/showers and dish wash dotted about the site, so if it’s had been too busy at one I think you could easily wander to another for a shower.

Shower was hot and not on a 10 second timer which is always good.

Had a little kitchen room with kettle,toaster and microwave if needed.

I knew about the water supply not being drinkable without boiling so we bought a large 5 litre water to save us from having to boil the water from the taps to drink. So just a reminder if you go.

Disliked Would love the little shop to be open a bit later or open earlier but it’s manageable.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Staff great but Allotted pitches would be helpful

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iain m.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked The view the highland coos

Disliked Toilets could do with up grade and more

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location with stunning views, easy enough to get into Oban town.…

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7 out of 10
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Stephen C.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Great location with stunning views, easy enough to get into Oban town.

Recommend to friends Visit again

So green!…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked So green!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice enough site but due to uneven ground won't stay again

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4 out of 10
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Paul M.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Location of park, friendly staff

Disliked Uneven pitches , very hard to park level even with ramps

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great wee campsite, friendly helpful staff. Easy taxi service to Oban.

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10 out of 10
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Sandra J.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked Little play park, surrounding, clean site and well stocked shop. Clean toilets. Friendly helpful staff. Good taxi services into Oban wasn’t too expensive.

Disliked No WiFi

Recommend to friends Visit again

None…

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2 out of 10
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Servet V.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked None

Disliked They didn't even care to filter the water. Grass is actually mud. Doesn't have any format for caravans.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Access to hot water for washing up. Toilets and showers were clean. Good location…

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4 out of 10
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Hannah M.

Powered grass caravan site

Liked Access to hot water for washing up.

Toilets and showers were clean.

Good location for access to the Kerrera Ferry (albeit a bit of a hike).

Disliked The site is up a steep hill so be prepared to add a fair Hike on at the end of a long day adventuring.

The Water is unsuitable to drink without boiling (due to upgrading work) so bring bottled water if you don't take a kettle with you.

The ongoing works means there's a fair amount of heavy machinery noise during daytime hours - just something to be aware of.

The showers are somewhat tempermental; we stayed in the top field - there were 2 showers in the female toilets, the one on the right see-saw'ed from freezing cold to scolding hot. The one in the centre seems to be stuck on the cold side of acceptable.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point Seasonal sites

Location

Oban Holiday Park

Gallanachmore Farm

Gallanach Road

Oban

Argyll

Scotland

PA34 4QH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

56.3888°N
5.51775°W

Nearest transport

Rail
3.8 km Oban Rail Station
10.8 km Connel Ferry Rail Station
17.8 km Taynuilt Rail Station
Ferry
1 km Oban Kerrera Ferry
1.2 km Kerrera Ferry Landing
3.6 km Oban Ferry Terminal
Airport
11.3 km Oban (North Connel) Airport

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.

Local attractions

Getting out to see the surroundings? There are lots of lovely walks to be done nearby, or you can hire bikes in Oban (10 minutes’ drive) for scenic cycle rides. Achnalarig Riding Stables (10 minutes) is another option, for pony and horse riding lessons or treks – or you might like to see what’s out at sea by joining a scuba trip from Puffin Dive Centre (five minutes’ walk). Once you’ve viewed Kerrera from your pitch, head up the road (five minutes’ drive) to board a ferry over to the island – there’s a great seven-mile walking trail that runs from the harbour and will show you some of the island’s best bits. For other islands, it’s a 10-minute drive to Oban harbour, where services run to Lismore, Mull, Iona and Coll as well as more far-flung destinations. Back on the mainland, you may like to stop by at Dunstaffnage Castle (20 minutes), the Green Shoots garden (15 minutes) and Cruachan Dam Visitor Centre (35 minutes) – and don't forget a dram at Oban Distillery (10 minutes)…

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Ganavan 6.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Glencoe Visitor Centre 39.6 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Ben Cruachan 24.9 km

Glen Aros: Isle of Mull 32.8 km

Ben More on the Isle of Mull 33.5 km

GLENBORRODALE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 03/12/1990) 41 km

Ardmore Bay: Isle of Mull 44.5 km

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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Oban Holiday Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Oban Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Oban Holiday Park? Getting out to see the surroundings? There are lots of lovely walks to be done nearby, or you can hire bikes in Oban (10 minutes’ drive) for scenic cycle rides. Achnalarig Riding … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Oban Holiday Park?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Oban Holiday Park? From $47.18 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.