Campsites for hikers near Aberdeen

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The Granite City is Scotland’s third largest, fronted by the North Sea with possibly the busiest port in the country. It's the hub of the oil industry and the departure point for Northlink’s Northern Isles ferry service to Orkney and Shetland. A stretch of beach next to the port attracts surfers and esplanade cafe-goers, while the grid of tiny cottages in Footdee, a former fishing hamlet, are prime for a stroll. The sprawling country surrounding the seaside city is ripe with opportunities for adventure. 

98% (43) 10 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Aberdeen

Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

1. Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

97%
(57)
62km from Aberdeen · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Pitches and pods in the Cairngorms National Park
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£33
 / night
The Loft Glamping & Camping

2. The Loft Glamping & Camping

100%
(9)
97km from Aberdeen · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
The Loft Glamping and Camping is situated at East Grange Farm, Kinloss, Moray. It 's a working farm that has evolved over the years to include Wigwam Glamping and Camping for campervans, motorhomes and tents. A number of the old farm buildings have been reppurposed as venue spaces for Weddings, Events and Workshops. 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 good number of electric tent pitches. We also now take bookings for caravans. We do not have fully service pitches Onsite, we also have Original 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 and Camping looks forward to welcoming you throughout the year!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£28
 / night
Glamping Bothy

3. Glamping Bothy

100%
(2)
28km from Aberdeen · 1 unit · Glamping
An upmarket bothy in the grounds of a 12th-century Aberdeenshire castle
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£160
 / night
Mondhuie Chalets

4. Mondhuie Chalets

97km from Aberdeen · 1 unit · Glamping
Just under an acre, close to Ancient Caledonia Forest , on the Speyside Way (which runs from Elgin to the South) Garden space for pets, kids and a run around! Our house and 2 Chalets (1 sleeps 5, 1 ideal for 2 or small family) are on the property. Not fully fenced from road. On the outskirts of NethyBridge. Private driveway, and car park
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£114
 / night
Bachilton Farm Holidays

5. Bachilton Farm Holidays

100%
(4)
135km from Aberdeen · 2 units · Glamping
A pair of yurts with hot tubs on a farm between Perth and Crieff
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£155
 / night
The Snug at Logie Farm

6. The Snug at Logie Farm

100%
(7)
119km from Aberdeen · 1 unit · Glamping
Luxury glamping pods with all mod cons, with an elevated position overlooking the River Tay.
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£275
 / night

The Granite City is Scotland’s third largest, fronted by the North Sea with possibly the busiest port in the country. It's the hub of the oil industry and the departure point for Northlink’s Northern Isles ferry service to Orkney and Shetland. A stretch of beach next to the port attracts surfers and esplanade cafe-goers, while the grid of tiny cottages in Footdee, a former fishing hamlet, are prime for a stroll. The sprawling country surrounding the seaside city is ripe with opportunities for adventure. 

98% (43) 10 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Aberdeen

Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

1. Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

97%
(57)
62km from Aberdeen · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Pitches and pods in the Cairngorms National Park
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£33
 / night
The Loft Glamping & Camping

2. The Loft Glamping & Camping

100%
(9)
97km from Aberdeen · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
The Loft Glamping and Camping is situated at East Grange Farm, Kinloss, Moray. It 's a working farm that has evolved over the years to include Wigwam Glamping and Camping for campervans, motorhomes and tents. A number of the old farm buildings have been reppurposed as venue spaces for Weddings, Events and Workshops. 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 good number of electric tent pitches. We also now take bookings for caravans. We do not have fully service pitches Onsite, we also have Original 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 and Camping looks forward to welcoming you throughout the year!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£28
 / night
Glamping Bothy

3. Glamping Bothy

100%
(2)
28km from Aberdeen · 1 unit · Glamping
An upmarket bothy in the grounds of a 12th-century Aberdeenshire castle
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£160
 / night
Mondhuie Chalets

4. Mondhuie Chalets

97km from Aberdeen · 1 unit · Glamping
Just under an acre, close to Ancient Caledonia Forest , on the Speyside Way (which runs from Elgin to the South) Garden space for pets, kids and a run around! Our house and 2 Chalets (1 sleeps 5, 1 ideal for 2 or small family) are on the property. Not fully fenced from road. On the outskirts of NethyBridge. Private driveway, and car park
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£114
 / night
Bachilton Farm Holidays

5. Bachilton Farm Holidays

100%
(4)
135km from Aberdeen · 2 units · Glamping
A pair of yurts with hot tubs on a farm between Perth and Crieff
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£155
 / night
The Snug at Logie Farm

6. The Snug at Logie Farm

100%
(7)
119km from Aberdeen · 1 unit · Glamping
Luxury glamping pods with all mod cons, with an elevated position overlooking the River Tay.
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£275
 / night

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Campsites for hikers near Aberdeen guide

Where to go

Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire’s bounds stretch from the coastal villages of Stonehaven in the east to Braemar and Ballater in the Cairngorms to the west. In summer, mountain bike the single-track through Royal Deeside or climb four of Britain’s highest peaks. In winter, hit the slopes at the Lecht or Glenshee ski resorts. More than 250 castles dot the open land, hills, and forest, and across the region, basic camping, glamping, and caravan parks are plentiful.

Angus

Just south of Aberdeenshire, Angus is home to the fishing villages of Montrose and Arbroath. Explore its rich history, from standing stones and the ancient Ardestie Earth House to Glamis Castle, inspiration for Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Mount Keen, the easternmost Munro, looms over the Mounth Plateau.

Moray Coast and Speyside

North of Aberdeenshire, the area bordering the Moray Firth and the shores of the River Spey is known for its idyllic landscape, but possibly more so for the fact that it contains more than half of Scotland’s whisky distilleries. Follow the Speyside Way for a multi-day walk that swings past big names like Macallan and Glenfiddich. The Glenlivet Estate is renowned not just for the water of life, but for its excellent cycle tracks. Caravan parks, rustic holiday cottages, and tent sites dot Moray and Speyside. 

When to go

There’s a reason to visit Aberdeen anytime of year, whether for the Highland Games in summer or the Christmas markets in November and December. The grey, wet weather and short days of winter can make the all-granite city feel a little gloomy, but when planning an off-season Scottish camping trip, it pays to be near the amenities of a larger city.

Know before you go

  • Aberdeen has excellent train and bus connections to Inverness, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, along with its own airport that services domestic and European flights.
  • Bus services connect the city with villages like Ballater and Braemar, but for easy access to the country and Glenshee, it’s best to have your own vehicle. 
  • Aberdeen is an excellent access point for Orkney and Shetland. Daily Loganair flights fly to Kirkwall in Orkney and Sumburgh in Shetland. The 12-hour overnight ferry from Aberdeen to Lerwick stops in Orkney, servicing passengers and vehicles. Be sure to book in advance, especially if you have a car, and keep seasickness tablets on hand for the notoriously rocky ride.