Wick River Campsite

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  • Sheltered and peaceful pitches on the banks of the Wick River
  • A 10-minute walk to Wick; 25 minutes' drive to John o' Groats
  • Part of a community enterprise
What a splendid spot for a break in the Caithness countryside – the sheltered pitches at Wick River Campsite sit in a secluded and quiet location right on the banks of the Wick River, and yet they’re only a handy 10-minute walk from the various shops, pubs and takeaways of Wick. That setting also means that you’ll be within easy reach of plenty of things to keep you busy for several days – a short stroll into town gives you the opportunity to board wildlife-spotting boats, sample the delights of the Pulteney Distillery or take a bracing dip in the outdoor tidal pool (or the indoor pool if you’re not quite brave enough to face the chilly waters of the North Sea…) This is a site that’s run as a community enterprise, with all profits fed back into improving the site or contributing to local projects that will benefit visitors and residents alike. Stay here and you’ll be supporting a great cause as well as putting yourselves within easy reach of places like John o’ Groats and activities like fishing, golf and coast walks. Facilities on site have been kept to the essentials, with portable toilets and showers available for guests, and a play park just next door. Dogs are welcome to stay here too and join you for walks along the riverside trails that start just outside the site (these are great for a family bike ride too).

Campground type

Camper sites 30
Tent sites 13
RV sites 46
Open now
Opens March 23
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, Mar 23 to

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Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 356 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

97% would recommend this campground to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This community-run park gets rave reviews for its modern facilities, friendly staff, and beautiful riverside setting near Wick. Pitches are spacious and well-kept, the park is very clean and organized. Minor notes on the alternate entrance for big rigs and occasional gnats didn't dampen spirits, with most eager to come back.

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A great spacious site, only a short walk to the town.

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Julie H.

FHU gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Warm welcome and great facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted that you had a great time staying with us. We hope you will come back to visit us some time soon.

Outstanding place. Facilities were outstanding, staff were exceptional

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kathryn F.

Powered grass tent or RV campsite (large)

Liked Facilities outstanding, friendly staff, great location.

Disliked Nothing. Would visit again

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From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted that you had a great time staying with us. We hope you will come back to visit us some time soon.

Excellent site with brilliant facilities

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Derek M.

Powered grass campsite (XL)

Liked Excellent site with new and clean facilities. Great location only a short walk from the town centre. Grass pitch was a little uneven but not a big problem.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted that you had a great time staying with us. We hope you will come back to visit us some time soon.

Excellent site - great clean modern facilities- very friendly staff

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Kenny C.

Powered gravel travel trailer campsite (XL)

Liked Great location beside the river. Easy to find the site. Well stocked shop. Very friendly staff at reception providing all the information you need plus lovely seating area beside the coffee machine. Plenty of space on the pitches. Toilet/shower/washing block was very clean and well looked after - best we have seen. Short Riverside walk back into Wick for cafe's/places to eat. Nice to see all the wildlife as well especially all the rabbits. Looking forward to our next visit.

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Perfect stay

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Lynne S.

Powered gravel travel trailer campsite (XL)

Liked Absolutely love staying here its always so clean and the facilities are one of our favourites while travelling up north will definately be back!

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted that you had a great time staying with us. We hope you will come back to visit us some time soon.

Loved the location to get to…

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Randy R.

FHU gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Loved the location to get to numerous distilleries. Quiet and peaceful

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted that you had a great time staying with us. We hope you will come back to visit us some time soon.

Super site.

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Victoria Anne K.

Powered gravel travel trailer campsite (XL)

Liked Really good and clean facilities. Friendly staff.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted that you had a great time staying with us. We hope you will come back to visit us some time soon.

Brilliantly run site by passionate wardens.…

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angie s.

Powered grass campsite (XL)

Liked Brilliantly run site by passionate wardens. Kept everyone safe during Storm Amy!
Immaculately kept site with fab facilities...well done!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted that you had a great time staying with us. We hope you will come back to visit us some time soon.

Great stay.

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Steven P.

Powered grass tent or RV campsite (large)

Liked Lovely, very well maintained site in lovely location with lovely, helpfull staff.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted that you had a great time staying with us. We hope you will come back to visit us some time soon.

Very welcoming lovely site near the…

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Anonymous

Powered grass tent or RV campsite (large)

Liked Very welcoming lovely site near the town nice walks

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Covered terrace area 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

Baby-changing facilities 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies 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 Peaceful Spectacular scenery

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

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches) Site close to accessible bathrooms Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Wick River Campsite

Riverside Drive

Janetstown

Wick

Caithness

Scotland

KW1 5SP

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

58.44313°N
3.10545°W

Route directions

High vehicles over 2.89m will need to use the alternative entrance on Station Road, before the bend leading to Bankhead.

Nearest transport

Rail
0.3 mi Wick Rail Station
13.5 mi Georgemas Junction Rail Station
16.4 mi Scotscalder Rail Station
Ferry
13.7 mi Gills Bay Ferry Terminal
14 mi John O' Groats Ferry Terminal
19.7 mi Scrabster Ferry Terminal
Airport
0.8 mi Wick 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

Wick, of course, is the place to start – you can walk into the centre of town to visit the Wick Heritage Centre, grab a dram or two at Pulteney Distillery or head to the harbour to book a boat trip taking you out among the sea stacks and along the cliffs to see if you can spot seals, puffins and other marine life. Elsewhere along the coast, find the ruins of Castle of Old Wick (10 minutes’ drive) and Sinclair Girnigoe Castle (15 minutes), explore the intriguing stone creations at Hill O’ Many Stanes (15 minutes) or check out the natural rock formations at Whaligoe Steps (15 minutes) and Duncansby Stacks (25 minutes). Of course you can’t miss the opportunity to go up to the very north of Scotland to visit John O’Groats (25 minutes) and RSPB Dunnet Head (40 minutes). While you’re in the area, stop by at the 16th-century Castle & Gardens of Mey (half an hour) or take a detour to Reiss Sands (10 minutes) for a stroll among the dunes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Dunnet 14.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Thurso 18.4 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The Castle & Gardens of Mey 14.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Staxigoe to Noss Head 2 mi

Noss Head and Sinclair and Girnigoe Castles 2.9 mi

The Stacks of Duncansby 14.1 mi

BLAR NAM FAOILEAG (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 19/02/1999) 14.6 mi

Dwarwick to Castletown 15.5 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 Wick River Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Wick River Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Wick River Campsite? Wick, of course, is the place to start – you can walk into the centre of town to visit the Wick Heritage Centre, grab a dram or two at Pulteney Distillery or … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Wick River Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Please select the relevant extra if you wish to arrive between 8pm and 10pm.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Wick River Campsite? From $22.44 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.