Walkers' paradise: Campsites in Scotland

Point of Ness

Poachers Hut

• Luxury shepherd’s hut and garden on a private estate in the Trossachs
• A 20-minute drive to Blair Drummond Safari Park, and 25 to Stirling
• Firepit, pizza oven and hot tub, plus a welcome hamper and woodburner

Wairds Park

• Community-owned and family-friendly holiday park
• Within easy reach of Montrose, Stonehaven and a well-stocked shop
• Bowling, 18-hole putting course, tennis and playground

Portsonachan Lodges

• Luxurious wooden lodges overlooking Loch Awe in Argyll and Bute
• Inveraray Castle 25 minutes’ drive and Loch Lomond 55 minutes
• Well-equipped kitchens, spacious living areas and private hot tubs

Island Pods

• Glamping site in a central Mull location with easy road access
• Salmon and trout fishing close by; 25 minutes' drive to Tobermory
• Cosy wooden pods with ensuite shower room, kitchen and sea views

Kintyre Glamping Pods

• Luxury glamping pods with full sea views.

Harbour Hut

• Isle of Rum bothy with its own indoor barbecue
• A 10-minute walk from the ferry and from Kinloch's shop and café
• In a birdwatching haven on the shores of Loch Scresort harbour

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

Lairg Glamping Pods

• Camping pods with views of Ben Kilbreck, Ben Hope and Ben Hee
• A 10-minute drive from the Shin Falls and Balbair woods
• Barbecues and firepits sold on site; private decking areas to relax

Runach Arainn

• Small secluded site on the south end of the Isle of Arran
• Close to the beach and a local restaurant
• Spot golden eagles, red squirrels, red deers, seals and otter

Dorrery Lodge

• Remote rural campsite in the far north of Scotland
• Close to the North Coast 500; 15 minutes' drive from Thurso
• Spectacular views of Caithness; located halfway up Ben Dorrery

Drumboy Camping

• Peaceful dog-friendly site surrounded by the Ayrshire countryside
• A 25-minute drive from Glasgow and 35 minutes from Ayr and Lynn Falls
• Cycling routes and fishing nearby; barbecues allowed; food shop nearby

Whitewave Wigwams

• Glamping pods at an outdoor centre on the Isle of Skye
• A 75-minute drive from the Skye Bridge; 30 minutes from Portree
• Kayaking, canoeing, climbing, archery and mountain-boarding on site

Red Squirrel Campsite

Eco Pods Kilry

• Quiet glamping site in the Angus Glens with exceptional views
• A 20-minute drive from Cairngorms National Park; Dundee 40 minutes
• Direct access to the Cateran Trail; bedding and towels included

Wild Goose Glamping

• Well-equipped glamping pods on a small farm near Loch Leven
• A half-hour drive to Perth; 40 minutes to St Andrews
• Ensuite accommodation each with its own decking and barbecue

Arda Glamping

• Luxury off-grid farm stay in a cabin handmade from recycled materials
• A five-minute drive from Bonar Bridge; woodland walks from the site
• Local produce sales; wildlife haven; mini kitchen and camp stove

Creagan Station Tourers

• Peaceful touring park on the shores of Loch Creran in Argyllshire
• Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel 20 minutes’ drive; Glencoe 25 minutes
• Loch views and fishing from site; whisky pub five minutes’ drive