Campgrounds for backpackers in Scotland

Glencoe Mountain Resort

• Set in an area of astounding natural beauty, fun activities for all

Stoneymollan Luxury Pods

• Luxury pods just outside Balloch village, overlooking Loch Lomond
• Balloch Castle Country Park 10 minutes’ drive; Ben Lomond 45 minutes
• Shower room, well-equipped kitchen, underfloor heating and smart TV

St Andrews Holiday Park

West Highland Way Campsite

• Spectacularly scenic lakeside site on the West Highland Way trail
• A 20-minute drive from Loch Lomond; 30 from Glasgow; 40 from Stirling
• Barbecues allowed and breakfast included in price

West Tor

• Nearly-wild camping field in a rural Lanarkshire location
• A 40-minute drive from Irvine and Glasgow city centre
• Part of a working smallholding; close to Loudoun Hill

Inver Coille

• In a Highland forest with spectacular mountain views
• Close to the Great Glen Way and near Loch Ness
• Modern facilities including shower rooms and small shop

Kennacoil

• Small, peaceful glamping site next to Craig Laggan crag
• A 10-minute drive from Dunkeld and near to hiking and biking trails
• Dog-friendly and family-run; benches and fire bowls provided

Killin Log Cabins

• Well-maintained and peaceful lodges 15 minutes' walk from Loch Tay
• Less than five minutes' drive from Killin and a Sustrans cycle route
• Pet-friendly site surrounded by nature trails, streams and waterfalls

Kilgraston Farm

• Warm, cosy yurt, sleeps six, self-catering.

Killin Highland Lodges

• Well-maintained park near Killin, with direct access to the A827
• A five-minute drive from Loch Tay and 20 minutes from Loch Earn
• Well-equipped kitchens and barbecues provided; pub two miles away

Clashwhannon Caravan Park

• Fishing and birdwatching haven on the Rhins
• Clean and modern facilities
• Close to Stranraer for ferry trips to and from Ireland

Loch Ness Bay Camping

• Small family-run touring park half a mile from Drumnadrochit
• On-site riding centre for lessons and countryside hacks
• A 15-minute walk from the western shore of Loch Ness

Southfield Meadows

• Peaceful Stirlingshire site among acres of traditional farmland
• A 20-minute drive to Stirling; 15 mins to Blair Drummond Safari Park
• Back to basics pitches on a working farm with River Forth fishing

Deeside Activity Park

• Wild camping at an outdoor activity centre five minutes from Aboyne
• A 15-minute drive to Craigievar Castle; half an hour to Balmoral
• Farm shop and restaurant on site; fishing, archery and go-karting

Ace Hideaways

• Wildlife haven in the Findhorn valley in rural Morayshire
• Whitewater rafting, canoeing, fishing, paintball and lots more on site
• Outdoor camp kitchen with firepits and log stools

Sunnyside Croft Touring Caravan & Camping Site

Beinglas Farm Campsite

• Inverarnan site five minutes' drive from the north tip of Loch Lomond
• Ben Vorlich 10 minutes' drive; easy access from the A82
• Campers' kitchen, plus on-site restaurant and bar with live music

Elie Holiday Park