Isle of Rum Campsite

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Views across the bay
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Toilet block with two toilets
Free communal bbqs
Free bbqs
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  • Nearly-wild camping with stunning views across Loch Scresort
  • A 10-minute walk to the ferry port and a shop
  • Views across the bay; beaches within walking distance
When it comes to the wild, the Isle of Rum is pretty high up there. Hugging the shore of Loch Scresort, the only village on the island of Rum, this dog-friendly site rests on a pretty isle made up of a national nature reserve, making it a great choice to take a break in nature. This is a car-free island, but there's no shortage of sublime beaches and hiking trails nearby, so you’ll have plenty of chances to spot the local wildlife or just lay back on site and look out over to Skye in the distance. Plus, 10 minutes’ walk from the ferry port and an hour and 25 minutes’ ferry from Mallaig, you can head over there to board the steam railway in the so-called ‘road to the isles’. Facilities at the site include two communal barbecues (charcoal not included) and an indoor shelter for birdwatching or sheltering from the weather. There are also two showers, two sinks by the sea and access to a hot-water tap. You’ll certainly need a trusty store of snacks with so many nature trails nearby. Handily, there’s a small shop within 10 minutes’ walk which also sells hot soup and chips every day.

Site type

Tent sites 15
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

8.7

Overall rating from 53 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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Spectacular scenery

94% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

This remote campsite boasts stunning views and a peaceful, wild camping experience. Guests love the location, friendly staff, and great amenities like a cooking hut and BBQs. Upgrades include new composting toilets and warm showers. Some found facilities a walk from pitches and noted occasional boggy ground, midges, and outside noise.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 2026-06-03

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Travelling as a school group.

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Gordon R. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Scenic location pitching on grass at the edge of the shore looking out over the bay and beyond. The wooden hut, and the new composting toilets are excellent additions. Great base for walking the Cullins or exploring others areas. The showers weren't working well and we appreciated access into the bunkhouse to use these showers which were great.

Disliked Be prepared for midges in the summer months. It would be good to have recycling bins. The new outdoor cooking area out the back is a nice thought but its a midge trap and an open structure with roof would have been more effective.

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Best view youll ever have for your campsite washing up.

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 MARIANNE P. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Everything. Gorgeous location, great facilities, warm welcome, loved the campsite sinks with a view and the dry room was FANTASTIC and made what could have been a rather soggy camp a delight.

Disliked Did not stay long enough.

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Prima camping met eenvoudige voorzieningen.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Mogelijkheid om droog te koken in een schuilhut.

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Lovely staff, lovely area can't wait to come back

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George K. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Beautiful site to pitch up on overlooking the bay. Really well sheltered spot so not much wind. Camping showers were broken so they allowed campers to use the bunkhouse showers which was super generous.

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Perfect spot right on the shoreline,…

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Graham L. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Perfect spot right on the shoreline, just across from the bunkhouse.

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Scenic Serenity On Rum

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 Gary S. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Fabulous location very close to the ferry terminal, great facilities- with warm/ hot showers close by & fresh water access on the site, the ground can be moist the closer you get to the waters edge if there has been rain about, but was fine for me @ the end of April, I had fabulous weather & pitched in a fine location on top of the loch 👌

Disliked There is nothing to dislike! If you find you dislike something you are in the wrong location 😃👌

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Still a delightful place to camp, especially when midges not out yet.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Peace, perfect composting toilets, birdsong, swimming right in front of campsite, washing up facilities and cook shed if required.

Disliked Pity you can't pay a small day rate to sit in the bunkhouse of an evening during midge season. That could be a moneyspinner for Community Trust.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with all the views and nature as well as great service

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 Zoe R. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Perfect stay for walks around the island , great service from all staff and very helpful with ferry times as well as queries we had. Lovely shop and good fishing available. We camped and had a great communal hut to use for cooking etc. will be coming again with the kids !

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This is wild camping with a…

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David H. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked This is wild camping with a tap. Beautiful views towards Skye, incredibly peaceful, even the bees sound noisy. Facilities are minimal but seems to suit the wild, rugged beauty of the island. Island shop/post office is excellent, I brought too much food anticipating limited supply but this was not the case.

Disliked Leaving

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We had a great time and…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked We had a great time and we were lucky with the weather. We came prepared for the Rum midge

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Features

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Isle of Rum Campsite

Isle of Rum

Kinloch

Highlands and Islands

Scotland

PH43 4RR

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

57.01114°N
6.27738°W

Route directions

Please follow the road out of the port and follow signs to the campsite. The road will snake its way round the Loch.

Nearest transport

Coach
44.2 km Shorefront Shelter
45.3 km Harbour Slipway
Rail
27.2 km Mallaig Rail Station
28.1 km Morar Rail Station
28.8 km Arisaig Rail Station
Ferry
0.3 km Rum Ferry Terminal
13.9 km Canna Ferry Terminal
17.4 km Eigg Ferry Terminal

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

To see where wildlife and otters hide out, there’s a hide just 15 minutes’ walk away, or more nature living it up around the North Side Trail (five minutes to the start point). Some sturdy shoes or hiking boots are a must here, of course, as without the cars, you’ll be hunting down the island’s hot spots on foot. Some such places include the Kinloch Glen waterfall (45 minutes), the sandy beach and dunes at Kilmory Bay (an hour and a half) and the more rugged stretch of coast at Harris (two hours and 10 minutes’ walk) with rather lovely views over Coll and Tirree. It may be a way to go, but Dibidil Bothby (two hours and 10 minutes) is well worth the trip. It’s a little mountain cabin way up in the hills, with nothing but the landscapes (and perhaps some hairy Highland cattle) as an accompaniment.

Must see

The Aros Experience 44.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Bla Bheinn (Blaven) 27.2 km

Glasnacardoch - Loch Eireagoraidh 27.3 km

Arisaig - Scamadale 28 km

Druimindarroch to Fort 31.7 km

Morar - Bracorina - Stoul 32.7 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Isle of Rum Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Isle of Rum Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Isle of Rum Campsite? To see where wildlife and otters hide out, there’s a hide just 15 minutes’ walk away, or more nature living it up around the North Side Trail (five minutes to the start … Read more
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Isle of Rum Campsite? From $44.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.