Best Woodland Camping in Argyll Forest Park

Set up camp in Argyll Forest Park and wake to the hush of old pines and the call of distant birds. With over 80 forest campsites here, you’ll find pitches where moss softens your step and a tangle of trails begins just outside your tent. Expect average nightly rates around £45, with some spots as low as £8. Forest campers favour places like Loch Katrine Eco Camping (36 reviews), West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite (19 reviews), and Culdees Castle Estate Glamping (11 reviews). Pitch up where you can bring the dog, light a campfire, and use proper toilets. Days fill easily—hike steep ridges, cast a line, or plunge into a cold loch. Rubbish bins are dotted at main points, but pack out anything you carry in. This is forest camping as locals know it: practical, wild, and never far from the next adventure.

90% (83) • 66 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Argyll Forest Park

Loch Katrine Eco Camping

1. Loch Katrine Eco Camping

95%

(113)

Stirling, Scotland · 22 units · Motorhomes, Glamping

Loch-side sleeping and exploring in one of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park's most historic locations

Pets

Electrical hookup

Showers

from

£12

/ night

West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

2. West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

82%

(36)

Glasgow, Scotland · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way

Pets

Campfires

Full hookups

from

£30

/ night

Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

3. Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

88%

(25)

Perthshire , Scotland · 5 units

Luxury woodland cabins, each with a private hot tub, in the grounds of a Scottish castle

Showers

Campfires

Hot Tub

from

£140

/ night

Mongolian Yurt in Stunning Highland

4. Mongolian Yurt in Stunning Highland

Lochearnhead, England · 1 unit

When travelling in Scotland, you will want to have the confidence in the quality of your accommodation, knowing that it will play a big part in the whole pleasurable experience of your holiday. Our location in Lochearnhead provides an ideal base for walking, water-sports, cycling, with flora & fauna and wild life in abundance. There are many local historic places to inspire you and bring the history of the highlands to life. Or perhaps you'd simply choose to curl up with a good book and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of a slower pace of life. Wester Auchraw is located on the A84, Cycle Route 7 and the much loved walk 'Rob Roy Way'. It sits amongst spectacular scenery in Highland Perthshire yet is only 1 hour's drive from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Perth.

Pets

Showers

Campfires

from

£140

/ night

The Charcoal Huts - Isle of Bute

5. The Charcoal Huts - Isle of Bute

100%

(3)

Scotland · 2 units

Our Huts are located within the Moss Wood area of Bute Forest - a mixed birch and alder wood that extends up the hillside to the west of the A886 that connects the Rhubodach Ferry to Port Bannatyne and Rothesay. Moss Wood has a range of facilities. Park on the shore-side where the coast can be enjoyed or at the main entrance, and take a walk up through Moss Wood along the Poetry Trail. A steep walk in places, the Poetry Trail is a loop punctuated with places to stop and read, to stop and think. Read nature poetry from throughout the ages, stop at the Blether Stane, or taking the spur to the Viewing Point back south across the Kyles. Moss Wood connects to the West Island Way – take the Poetry Trail and the spur to the Viewing Point – and then take the Stag’s Trod further up (steeply) till you reach the West Island Way. From there, head south towards Port Bannatyne or north along the boundary of the Community Forest. From the viewing point, you can also explore interesting heritage features such as the old WW2 bunker, kayak shelter, Balnakailly settlement, and the SSSI oak woodland.

Pets

Potable water

from

£85

/ night

Muiredge

6. Muiredge

100%

(16)

Perthshire, Scotland · 8 units

Rural glamping in a converted railway carriage, shepherd's hut, or bell tent in blissful Scotland

Pets

Showers

Campfires

from

£100

/ night

Ayrshire Airstream

7. Ayrshire Airstream

100%

(2)

Irvine, Scotland · 1 unit

Scotland · 2 units

Our Huts are located within the Moss Wood area of Bute Forest - a mixed birch and alder wood that extends up the hillside to the west of the A886 that connects the Rhubodach Ferry to Port Bannatyne and Rothesay. Moss Wood has a range of facilities. Park on the shore-side where the coast can be enjoyed or at the main entrance, and take a walk up through Moss Wood along the Poetry Trail. A steep walk in places, the Poetry Trail is a loop punctuated with places to stop and read, to stop and think. Read nature poetry from throughout the ages, stop at the Blether Stane, or taking the spur to the Viewing Point back south across the Kyles. Moss Wood connects to the West Island Way – take the Poetry Trail and the spur to the Viewing Point – and then take the Stag’s Trod further up (steeply) till you reach the West Island Way. From there, head south towards Port Bannatyne or north along the boundary of the Community Forest. From the viewing point, you can also explore interesting heritage features such as the old WW2 bunker, kayak shelter, Balnakailly settlement, and the SSSI oak woodland.

Pets

Potable water

from

£85

/ night

Muiredge

6. Muiredge

100%

(16)

Perthshire, Scotland · 8 units

Rural glamping in a converted railway carriage, shepherd's hut, or bell tent in blissful Scotland

Pets

Showers

Campfires

from

£100

/ night

Ayrshire Airstream

7. Ayrshire Airstream

100%

(2)

Irvine, Scotland · 1 unit

A seriously comfortable 1978 Airstream, complete with a hot tub, fire pit and its own bar.

Showers

Campfires

Hot Tub

from

£187

/ night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Callum

December 2025

1 night at Loch Katrine Eco Camping

Great wee pods. Well stocked and well organized. Ideal for a wee break. Nice and warm too.

MH 10 - Hard Standing non-serviced Pitch

J

Julia

August 2025

4 m Class B

1 night at Loch Katrine Eco Camping

Lovely location right on the Loch. I would stay again if in the area and definitely have a ride on the steamship

C

Caitlin

August 2025

With pets

2 nights at Loch Katrine Eco Camping

The view you wake up to is breathtaking! The pods themselves are immaculate and stocked with everything you need. You have your own private bathroom which is heated and again immaculately clean. Lovely and quiet!

K

Kinga

August 2025

With kids

2 nights at Loch Katrine Eco Camping

The atmosphere was cozy, the place spotless, and the hospitality truly warm. It was a pleasure to be your guest, and I look forward to returning , very recommend:)

F

Freya

August 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Loch Katrine Eco Camping

Absolutely stunning location - you worry when you arrive as it’s a really popular tourist attraction but the car park empties out and it’s very peaceful. Nice walk along the loch side or a boat ride on the loch plus good cafe

E

Eric

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Muiredge

The place is really nice. Our tent was prepared for four and we sleep there really well. Views on morning were amazing. And comon places were really good when weather made not possible to be outside.

S

Simon

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Charcoal Huts - Isle of Bute

Beautiful views up the Loch. Quite a steep climb but easily achievable. Fire pit, bbq and seating area ideal. Even the compostable toilet had a great view!

Mirjam

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Muiredge

We loved the cabin. Spacious and we slept very well. The best shower ever! The campsite has wonderful views and is well maintained. We used the bbq and fire pit. The barn is well equipped for cooking and relaxing. Angus is a wonderful host. Definitely would return to Muiredge when in Scotland!

T

Tracie

August 2025

With kids

4 nights at Loch Katrine Eco Camping

The pods were clean, comfortable, spacious and well equipped. Unfortunately the fly screen for our door was broken so it was a choice of being gnawed on by midges or being very hot- we chose the heat which was a bit uncomfortable but a fan had been provided which helped. The views were incredible of the loch and mountains and the walking and cycling just stunning. It's a little public with it being next to the main path but if you aren't looking for seclusion then it's fine and we found it vibrant and interesting watching the boats and people coming and going. The food in the cafe was excellent and we enjoyed the take away option, it does close fairly early so best to get there before 5:15pm. All in all it was a beautiful spot and very good accommodation and we had a brilliant time.

H

HEATHER

June 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

A lovely wee site with various accommodation options, the staff are super helpful.

M

Meron

June 2025

2 nights at The Charcoal Huts - Isle of Bute

The Charcoal Huts were so magical. We stayed in Birch and it had amazing views, was quite private and had everything we needed - including things we forgot. It was beautiful and cosy inside and the fire kept us so warm. I really loved this place.

K

Kyle & Sarah

April 2025

4 m Class B

1 night at West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

It was amazing! The view of the surrounding fells and farms was so tranquil and peaceful. Andrew was a friendly and helpful host. The property was beautiful and there was a good community of campers there that socialized over breakfast. There were also trails on the property that we didn't get to. I would definitely recommend this campsite to anyone that is going to Scotland

M

Mandi

April 2025

1 night at West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

Very friendly staff. Easy to find. Great facilities. Lovely walks right at back of premises. Only downside for me was the noise off other campers. People turning up and setting stuff up after 10 pm. Also loud group of lads. But I’m use to wild camping so maybe noise would be acceptable for most.

P

Paul

December 2024

5 m Class B

With kids

1 night at Loch Katrine Eco Camping

Quite basic - you're sleeping in a car park - but it's beautiful setting and the toilets were clean.