Discover the best river, stream, or creek campsites in Scotland

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River, stream, or creek campsites in Scotland

Whether you like the bonny banks of a burn or white water rafting amid the rush of a tumbling river, find the perfect riverside campsite for your Scottish adventure today. Grab the tent, bring the kayak if you want to and remember to pack the swimming trunks, it's time to find the ultimate riverside camping retreat.

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Ayrshire Airstream

1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Irvine, SCTA seriously comfortable 1978 Airstream, complete with a hot tub, fire pit and its own bar.

Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

4 units · Glamping17 acres · Perthshire , Perth And KinrossLuxury woodland cabins, each with a private hot tub, in the grounds of a Scottish castle

from

£140

/ night

Stoneymollan® over Loch Lomond

2 units · Glamping1 acre · Balloch, SCTWe have two luxury cabins here at Stoneymollan® over Loch Lomond with exclusive use of either a wood fired hot tub or wood fired sauna with magnificent panoramic views over Loch Lomond and the surrounding areas. The John Muir Way and The Three Lochs Way begin at the end of our tree-lined drive with open wild spaces and spectacular landscapes. You are very likely to see some of the wildlife we share our landscape with. Apart from common species such as Frogs and Toads, Field Voles, Foxes, Stoats (ermine in winter), Hedgehogs, a variety of Garden Birds, Buzzards, Grouse, Pheasants and the occasional adventurous Rabbit (there are too many stones in the ground for them to dig burrows), you may also see Red Squirrels, Roe Deer, Barn Owls, Ospreys (in summer), Tree Creepers, Woodpeckers, Ravens, Sparrow Hawks, Kestrels and common Lizards to name a few. There is also a pair of Golden Eagles nesting approximately 10 miles away. The West End of Glasgow is only a 25min drive away. Balloch Train and Bus station are only a 15min walk away yet it feels a million miles from anywhere... best of both worlds. Our cabins are located within the grounds of Upper Stoneymollan® Cottage which was originally the shepherds cottage for the Cameron Estate. It was built c1880. We have a tree-lined driveway with guest parking outside the front of the main house and our pods/cabins are located in a private area at the rear of our property with which plenty of garden area as well as private access into the woods. We are also only a 15min walk to the shores of the south side of Loch Lomond.

Port nan Gael Campsite

35 units · Motorhomes, Tents7 acres · Tobermory, SCTPort nan Gael is a new location offering tourers and campers the choice to enjoy the great outdoors lochside, with sea and sunset facing views. There is a pub and restaurant on site as well as toilet and shower facilities. We also have eco pods if you are looking for a comprehensive package. Whether you are a wildlife fan, and adventure seeker or looking for peace by the water we can accommodate your needs. Come visit and see for yourself!

West Highland Way Campsite

40 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Glasgow, SCTBoutique campsite on the West Highland Way and John Muir Way. Close to both Glasgow and Loch Lomond. Our campsite caters for caravans, motorhomes, backpacking tents etc. We also have Shepherds Huts and Safari Glamping Tents. Pet friendly. Camp fires allowed. Breakfast is included. Evening meals available.

The Loft Glamping & Camping

12 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Kinloss, SCTThe Loft Glamping & Camping site is situated at East Grange Farm. This is a working farm that has evolved into a Wigwam Glamping and Campervan and tent camping site and a Venue. The "wilderness" campsite offers pitches suitable for Tents and small campervans whilst the Stackyard area is suitable for Motorhomes and Mega tents. All motorhome pitches have electrical hook-up and we have a number of electric tent pitches. Unfortunately we do not take caravans. Onsite we also have Wigwam cabins which are wooden camping cabins (Pods) that offer all year round protection against the elements. With heating, electricity, fridge, kettle and toasters. For those wanting a bit more luxury there are also ensuite Wigwam Cabins onsite with wood fired hot tubs. We welcome families, groups, well behaved dogs and do allow campfires outside the wigwams and at pitches and can provide fire hubs on the campsite (this must be pre-arranged). The Loft Glamping & Camping looks forward to welcoming you throughout the year Please visit our website for availability and to book.

Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

1 unit · Motorhome, Tent10 acres · SCTWe have 6 EHU pitches and 10 main none electric pitches, an animal petting area and kids play area, walks in every direction and spectacular views.

18 units · Tents3 acres · SCTMy woodland has an entry gate & off road parking & different levels right next to the river Ayr. It is so tranquil and therapeutic I stay there often in my hammock with my wee dog Jura. Absolutely loads of walks you can follow the river and walk right into town & you get to use a rope bridge. It is 3 acres & only 2 miles to all amenities.

from

£25

/ night

Kyleakin Shepherds Snug

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Broadford, SCTShepherds Hut Toilet facilities situated in the house next door, with views next to the hills with nothing in front of it also next to the obbe water to the Minch. Situated in Kyleakin next to the Skye Bridge so perfect assess to both the Island and Mainland. Perfect location for hill walking and Munro bagging

from

£65

/ night

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Whether it's the bonny banks of a bubbling burn or white-water rafting on the River Findhorn, dive into our collection of the very best riverside campsites in Scotland, with this hand-picked collection of waterside sites, all chosen by the travel experts at Hipcamp.