Port nan Gael Campsite

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Loch side pitches
Loch side pitches
Hardstanding electric pitches rear row
Tent field at sunset
Gravel pitches
Non-electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Shop
Bar
Restaurant food
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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
Camper sites 35
Tent sites 15
Open now
Opens March 7
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 16 or over.
  • The toilet and shower block is closed from 22nd December to 2nd January.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, Mar 7 to

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Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 116 Pitchup.com customers

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Spectacular scenery

99% would recommend this campground to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite has a stunning location with excellent, clean, and modern facilities, including powerful hot showers. Guests rave about the breathtaking views, well-kept pitches, and the handy on-site shop and pub. Contactless check-in is a plus. Minor notes: occasional midges and a wish for more showers during busy times. Highly recommended, with many planning return trips.

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Fantastic spot. Great views. Modern site.…

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Grenville M.

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Fantastic spot. Great views. Modern site. Excellent shop and wonderful pub. Very handy for Iona.

Disliked I was there out of season but I suspect 3 toilets/showers may not be sufficient when full. As they are Portacabins, this may well be the next phase.

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Spacious pitches, clean bathrooms and easy…

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Katie H.

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Spacious pitches, clean bathrooms and easy check in

Disliked Seemed a little expensive for off peak.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site with well stocked shop next door+a pub that had great food

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Wayne F.

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Location

Disliked None

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Well where do i start location…

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Rab N.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Well where do i start location spot on,views amazing,love the way it's all on different levels so everyone gets the view. I was camping so the showers and toilets were great and well maintained albeit I was the only camper.The shop is extremely well stocked i was suitably impressed by the variety of items in shop,Nyome in the shop was very cheerful and full of interesting information a credit to the establishmemt 

The restaurant/pub staff were very welcoming and I love the decor of the bar i had the steak pie it was top notch thanks to the chef on duty,the bar manager was very cheerful and very observant keeping an eye when customers were looking for drinks all in all a quality experience and I will be back only if the.weather improves

Thank you very much for a.great weekend 


Only joking about the weather 



Rab

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, clean facilities and our pitch was level

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Martin S.

Primitive grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Brilliant modern site, no reception with a dedicated check in time Instead there is a large screen with guest arrivals and pitch numbers along with the site map. We were also emailed the pitch numbers a couple of days beforehand.
We were on a non electric pitch right at the front of the site with uninterrupted views over the loch, our pitch was graded flat but some of the others would need leveling ramps. The aggregate used to grade the site was nice and chunky so non of it gets walked into your van on your shoes.
It was only a short walk from our pitch to the wash station, toilets and bins. The toilets are clean modern porta cabins and the showers are both powerful (for a campsite) and warm.
There is a dog exercise area where they can run off of the lead, a small park for the children and just next door there is a local shop, 2 washing machines and a drier and the local pub that does good food. For anyone who likes a wild swim the loch is just across the road from the site, i can confirm it's definitely chilly in there at the end of October 😆

I would definitely recommend the use of this site if you're touring mull, they also had modern camping pods and plenty of tent pitching area for people without vans

Full 4G signal on EE

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site.

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Mr B.

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Excellent site with great views and amenities. Clean facilities with lots of space

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great clean site,facilities are clean and excellent

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Maria M.

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Nice quiet site

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Really lovely location. Nice well maintained…

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Scott W.

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Really lovely location. Nice well maintained site and toilets. The little shop is lovely and having a little dog run to let the dog off the lead is really handy.

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Very nice site, fantastic location

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Clive D.

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Location, facilities

Disliked Lack of drinking water on first day
Automatic check in, prefer a host
The food at the adjacent pub, described as ‘excellent’, was disappointing and overpriced. Frozen reheated fish and chips…. Not what we expected

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Tidiness of site, setting with sea…

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Hilary L.

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Tidiness of site, setting with sea views, handy shop and pub/restaurant next door. Facilities were OK.

Disliked Rather more expensive than other sites.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

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.

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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 $31.67 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.