Port nan Gael Campsite

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Loch side pitches
Hardstanding electric pitches rear row
Tent field at sunset
Gravel pitches

  • Family-run lochside getaway on the Isle of Mull with views of Ben More
  • Dog-friendly setting with an on-site pub, restaurant and shop
  • Digital contactless check-in upon arrival
Hit up this Hebridean retreat for stunning landscapes, wildlife and adventures aplenty. Port nan Gael Campsite on the Isle of Mull is a family-run site with relaxed and friendly vibes. On the shore of Loch Scridain, there are stunning views over Ben More, the only munro on the island. Plus, the west-facing spot is also graced with some exceptional sunsets. Whether you’re recharging your batteries, getting your wildlife fix or planning some good adventures (or indeed, all three at once), this is the spot for it. At the junction between the west and east of the Isle of Mull, the site is halfway between the Craignure ferry terminal and the Fionnphort ferry terminal (both about half an hour's drive). The former is where you will arrive on Mull, and the latter is the departure point for several other islands, including Iona (an island with an abbey and beaches), Staffa (an island with volcanic rock columns, the impressive Fingal’s Cave and black guillemots) and Lunga (an island with puffins, seals and other seabirds). Along the local coast, there are sea arches, standing stones, gorgeous sandy beaches and a fossilised tree. As it's dog-friendly too, Port nan Gael Campsite is a wise spot for those holidaying with their canines. There is a very handy on-site pub and restaurant, as well as a grocery shop with camping gear. On laundry days, head to the outdoor commercial laundry machines (they require an additional fee). Contactless check-in is provided, and the site also has wifi and CCTV number plate integration.

Campground type

RV sites 35
Tent sites 15
Camper sites 35
Open now
Opens March 21
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 16 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Mar 21 to

Campsite types & availability

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97% would recommend this campground to a friend

94% would stay here again

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Denbie S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked The pitches were well designed and easy to find. The view from the campsite was amazing over the Loch and beyond. The shop stocked everything you’d need last minute and the pub/ restaurant was quick and efficient. With no reception the check in was quick and easy.

Disliked Prices in shop and bar a bit steep as they have cornered the market and there is nowhere else to go unless you travel elsewhere.

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Sehr schöne Lage. An Ausstattung fehlt es nichts und die Sanitäranlagen waren…

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Matthias O. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Sehr schöne Lage. An Ausstattung fehlt es nichts und die Sanitäranlagen waren sauber wenn auch klein.

Disliked Viele midges waren unterwegs. Aber das kann der Platz nichts für!

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Sehr sauber, sehr schön gestaltet. Ein eingezäunter Hundepark ist top. Station für…

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Jan K. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Sehr sauber, sehr schön gestaltet. Ein eingezäunter Hundepark ist top. Station für Grauwasser, Chemieabfälle und Frischwasser ist toll ausgebaut. Der angrenzende Laden ist preisgünstig und reichhaltig ausgestattet. Die Waschmaschinen waren sehr sauber und haben einwandfrei funktioniert. Der Ausblick von jedem (!!) Stellplatz auf die Bucht war galaktisch. Wir kommen wieder!!!

Disliked Die nicht vorhandene Rezeption kann eventuell bei Rückfragen vermisst werden. Ein Junge hatte seinen Ball über den Zaun geschossen und könnte ihn nicht wiederholen.

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A great site

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Site location and views everything spotlessly clean location next to shop and inn

Disliked Midges

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Perfect Mull setting

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Stunning views right by the loch. Greatpub and shop right next door. Very easy access to Iona and across Mull.

Disliked Nothing

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Fab location and wonderful sunsets

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Gorgeous location and fantastic views from every pitch. Amazing sunsets. You are completely immersed in the Scottish landscape.
All facities were spotless.
We liked the system for arrival at anytime especially as the ferries can be quite late.

Disliked Poor roads to the site so be aware it can take more time to get to the campsite or back to the ferry port than you would normally expect.

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2nd Mull stay at this great site

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alan B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked It’s all good- great views, well laid out and great facilities

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Everything, views were amazing, the toilet/showers were spotlessy clean. There is a…

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A G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Everything, views were amazing, the toilet/showers were spotlessy clean. There is a very well stocked shop next door. There is also a pub which serves lovely meals by lovely staff.

Disliked Nothing, will return as soon as possible.

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Stunning pitch. Great location and nice wee pub next door.…

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Brian S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Stunning pitch. Great location and nice wee pub next door.

Disliked Wish we had longer to stay

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Everything. Location is amazing. Shower block and pot washing facilities were great.…

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Katie D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Everything. Location is amazing. Shower block and pot washing facilities were great. Very clean. Everyone very friendly. The shop next to the pub is great, has everything you need. Pub also great, lovely food and nice staff.

Disliked The only criticism for me was that there was work being carried out on the site which was very noisy during the day. It’s a lovely peaceful location so it sort of spoiled a few hours of chilling outside in the sun. But that was the only issue we had!

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Features

Leisure on park

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

Amenities on park

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly 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 Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge 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 Public transportation nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites) Pub campground

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Port nan Gael Campsite

Pennyghael

Isle of Mull

Isle of Mull

Argyll

Scotland

PA70 6HB

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

56.36642°N
-6.01711°W

Route directions

What3Words location: laugh.crossword.tent

Nearest transport

Rail
21.1 mi Oban Rail Station
25 mi Connel Ferry Rail Station
Ferry
9.5 mi Ulva Ferry (Mull) Ferry Landing
9.5 mi Ulva Ferry (Ulva) Ferry Landing
13 mi Fishnish Ferry Terminal
Airport
23 mi Colonsay Airport
24.7 mi Oban (North Connel) Airport
28.3 mi Coll 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

Take the road west… wild Ulva is an island with only a few residents but plenty of ruins, and accessible by a ferry just over an hour's drive from the site. Also to the west is the gorgeous Eas Fors Waterfall (an hour and 15 minutes' drive) and the white-sand Calgary beach (an hour and a half). Stay east and there are castles in store… Aros (50 minutes) is a 13th-century castle built by an old lord and was once a key stronghold for the isles. Built in the 1860s, Glengorm Castle (an hour and 20 minutes) is pretty grand too, on the northern tip of Mull. It’s easy to spend a day just exploring the main street in Tobermory (an hour and 10 minutes) too, as it has a distillery, harbour, catch and release aquarium and shops with crafts and chocolate. Get to know the rural way of life on Mull at the 1500-acre farm at Ardalanish Isle of Mull Weavers (25 minutes), which has a farm shop with products from Hebridean sheep.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Ganavan 21.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Cycle routes

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

Other

Ben More on the Isle of Mull 6.4 mi

Glen Aros: Isle of Mull 11.7 mi

Dervaig - Glen Gorm, Isle of Mull 16.4 mi

Port Langamull: Isle of Mull 17.5 mi

BALNAHARD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/11/2005) 18.2 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Port nan Gael Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Port nan Gael Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Port nan Gael Campsite? Take the road west… wild Ulva is an island with only a few residents but plenty of ruins, and accessible by a ferry just over an hour's drive from the site. Also … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Port nan Gael Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Port nan Gael Campsite? From $32.94 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.