Woodland camping near Carnoustie

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Lying on the Angus coast, between Dundee and Arbroath, the small town of Carnoustie offers invigorating sea air, walks along the sandy beach and through woodland, and swimming, sailing, windsurfing and fishing on the bay. The town is most famous for its championship golf course, said to be one of the most challenging links courses in the world, but novice golfers can also try their hand at the game. The closest organised campsite to Carnoustie is at the adults-only Riverview Caravan Park in Monikie, set close to the beachfront five miles (eight kilometres) down the coast.

94% (22) 90 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Carnoustie

Loch Katrine Eco Camping

1. Loch Katrine Eco Camping

95%
(113)
110km from Carnoustie · 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
Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

2. Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

88%
(25)
70km from Carnoustie · 5 units · Glamping
Luxury woodland cabins, each with a private hot tub, in the grounds of a Scottish castle
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£140
 / night
West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

3. West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

82%
(36)
115km from Carnoustie · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
£30
 / night
Woodland Chase Glamping

4. Woodland Chase Glamping

100%
(1)
146km from Carnoustie · 2 units · Glamping
Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£213
 / night
Cleghorn Farm

5. Cleghorn Farm

100%
(11)
111km from Carnoustie · 15 units · Tents, Glamping
*PLEASE NOTE THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK AND WEEKEND BOOKINGS. CAMPING WILL RETURN IN SPRING 2026.* Cleghorn Farm is a mixed farm just north east of the market town of Lanark. Comprised of 250 acres of fields and woodland and bounded to the south by Mouse Water, it is a beautiful spot to get away from it all without having to leave it all behind if you don't want to. The fields are grazed and cultivated but the woodlands are much as they were at the end of the last ice age with spectacular walks along Cleghorn Glen with the chance to see badgers, bats, deer and all manner of birds among the towering pine and beech trees. The Mouse Water (pronounced moose) tumbles down along the edge of the farm and has some glorious pools for swimming, shallows for paddling and some spectacular water falls before it joins the River Clyde.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£10
 / night
The Loft Glamping & Camping

6. The Loft Glamping & Camping

100%
(9)
135km from Carnoustie · 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
Beirhope Alpacas

7. Beirhope Alpacas

98%
(137)
117km from Carnoustie · 11 units · Tents
A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£20
 / night
Muiredge

8. Muiredge

100%
(16)
69km from Carnoustie · 8 units · Glamping
Rural glamping in a converted railway carriage, shepherd's hut, or bell tent in blissful Scotland
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£100
 / night
Esk Yurt

9. Esk Yurt

100%
(5)
107km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
Adult only yurt glamping in the Scottish Borders with exceptional views, hiking trails, and wild swimming
Showers
Potable water
from 
£130
 / night
Organic Welltree

10. Organic Welltree

100%
(2)
41km from Carnoustie · 2 units · Glamping
Welcome to Organic Welltree's beautiful eco-friendly yurts. Looking for a place to stay in the heart of Scotland, Perthshire for that perfect organic, vegetarian or vegan holiday? Come and enjoy our unique rooms in Scottish design or try luxury glamping and back-to-nature living in our well equipped yurts like a Home from home no matter where you’re from, a place to relax, enjoy nature and escape from the city.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from 
£100
 / night
The Snug at Logie Farm

11. The Snug at Logie Farm

100%
(7)
31km from Carnoustie · 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
Doxford Farm Camping

12. Doxford Farm Camping

100%
(4)
128km from Carnoustie · 7 units · Glamping
Rustic-chic glamping pods near the sandy beaches of the Northumberland Coast
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£80
 / night
Ayrshire Airstream

13. Ayrshire Airstream

100%
(2)
144km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
A seriously comfortable 1978 Airstream, complete with a hot tub, fire pit and its own bar.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£187
 / night
Glamping Bothy

14. Glamping Bothy

100%
(2)
98km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
An upmarket bothy in the grounds of a 12th-century Aberdeenshire castle
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£160
 / night
Mondhuie Chalets

15. Mondhuie Chalets

103km from Carnoustie · 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
Mongolian Yurt in Stunning Highland

16. Mongolian Yurt in Stunning Highland

97km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
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
Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

17. Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

100%
(1)
109km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
We are perfectly situated to explore both the Northumbrian Coastal area, including Holy Island , Bamburgh etc but also great for those who wish to discover the amazing Cheviot hills. Our site is managed organically and has won awards for sustainable tourism, itself a true escape and nature paradise.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£135
 / night
Dod Mill Fishing Hut

18. Dod Mill Fishing Hut

86km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
Artistic riverside cabins in the grounds of a 17th-century watermill
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£150
 / night

Lying on the Angus coast, between Dundee and Arbroath, the small town of Carnoustie offers invigorating sea air, walks along the sandy beach and through woodland, and swimming, sailing, windsurfing and fishing on the bay. The town is most famous for its championship golf course, said to be one of the most challenging links courses in the world, but novice golfers can also try their hand at the game. The closest organised campsite to Carnoustie is at the adults-only Riverview Caravan Park in Monikie, set close to the beachfront five miles (eight kilometres) down the coast.

94% (22) 90 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Carnoustie

Loch Katrine Eco Camping

1. Loch Katrine Eco Camping

95%
(113)
110km from Carnoustie · 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
Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

2. Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

88%
(25)
70km from Carnoustie · 5 units · Glamping
Luxury woodland cabins, each with a private hot tub, in the grounds of a Scottish castle
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£140
 / night
West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

3. West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

82%
(36)
115km from Carnoustie · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
£30
 / night
Woodland Chase Glamping

4. Woodland Chase Glamping

100%
(1)
146km from Carnoustie · 2 units · Glamping
Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£213
 / night
Cleghorn Farm

5. Cleghorn Farm

100%
(11)
111km from Carnoustie · 15 units · Tents, Glamping
*PLEASE NOTE THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK AND WEEKEND BOOKINGS. CAMPING WILL RETURN IN SPRING 2026.* Cleghorn Farm is a mixed farm just north east of the market town of Lanark. Comprised of 250 acres of fields and woodland and bounded to the south by Mouse Water, it is a beautiful spot to get away from it all without having to leave it all behind if you don't want to. The fields are grazed and cultivated but the woodlands are much as they were at the end of the last ice age with spectacular walks along Cleghorn Glen with the chance to see badgers, bats, deer and all manner of birds among the towering pine and beech trees. The Mouse Water (pronounced moose) tumbles down along the edge of the farm and has some glorious pools for swimming, shallows for paddling and some spectacular water falls before it joins the River Clyde.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£10
 / night
The Loft Glamping & Camping

6. The Loft Glamping & Camping

100%
(9)
135km from Carnoustie · 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
Beirhope Alpacas

7. Beirhope Alpacas

98%
(137)
117km from Carnoustie · 11 units · Tents
A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£20
 / night
Muiredge

8. Muiredge

100%
(16)
69km from Carnoustie · 8 units · Glamping
Rural glamping in a converted railway carriage, shepherd's hut, or bell tent in blissful Scotland
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£100
 / night
Esk Yurt

9. Esk Yurt

100%
(5)
107km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
Adult only yurt glamping in the Scottish Borders with exceptional views, hiking trails, and wild swimming
Showers
Potable water
from 
£130
 / night
Organic Welltree

10. Organic Welltree

100%
(2)
41km from Carnoustie · 2 units · Glamping
Welcome to Organic Welltree's beautiful eco-friendly yurts. Looking for a place to stay in the heart of Scotland, Perthshire for that perfect organic, vegetarian or vegan holiday? Come and enjoy our unique rooms in Scottish design or try luxury glamping and back-to-nature living in our well equipped yurts like a Home from home no matter where you’re from, a place to relax, enjoy nature and escape from the city.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from 
£100
 / night
The Snug at Logie Farm

11. The Snug at Logie Farm

100%
(7)
31km from Carnoustie · 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
Doxford Farm Camping

12. Doxford Farm Camping

100%
(4)
128km from Carnoustie · 7 units · Glamping
Rustic-chic glamping pods near the sandy beaches of the Northumberland Coast
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£80
 / night
Ayrshire Airstream

13. Ayrshire Airstream

100%
(2)
144km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
A seriously comfortable 1978 Airstream, complete with a hot tub, fire pit and its own bar.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£187
 / night
Glamping Bothy

14. Glamping Bothy

100%
(2)
98km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
An upmarket bothy in the grounds of a 12th-century Aberdeenshire castle
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£160
 / night
Mondhuie Chalets

15. Mondhuie Chalets

103km from Carnoustie · 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
Mongolian Yurt in Stunning Highland

16. Mongolian Yurt in Stunning Highland

97km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
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
Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

17. Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

100%
(1)
109km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
We are perfectly situated to explore both the Northumbrian Coastal area, including Holy Island , Bamburgh etc but also great for those who wish to discover the amazing Cheviot hills. Our site is managed organically and has won awards for sustainable tourism, itself a true escape and nature paradise.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£135
 / night
Dod Mill Fishing Hut

18. Dod Mill Fishing Hut

86km from Carnoustie · 1 unit · Glamping
Artistic riverside cabins in the grounds of a 17th-century watermill
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£150
 / night

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Woodland camping near Carnoustie guide

Where to go

Carnoustie Golf Links

There are three 18-hole golf courses here—the championship course has hosted The Open eight times. For less serious golfers, there’s also Carnoustie Nestie, a six-hole course designed for novices that is free to play. You can also practice at the Golf Performance Centre. For families, the Sandy Sensation playpark is on the seafront next to the links and has an adventure playground, splash area and paddling pool. 

East Haven

Under four miles (six kilometres) north of Carnousite, the scenic village of East Haven is steeped in fishing history. The coastal walk from Carnoustie takes you across the sandy beach and along a grassy path with sand dunes. East Haven’s bay sits within a small natural harbour and is a popular, and safe, area for children and adults to paddle. One of the most beautiful sections of the Sustrans National Cycle Network 1 runs through the village and up the coast. 

Crombie Country Park

Turning inland, five miles (eight kilometres) from Carnoustie, Crombie Country park has a range of walking and cycling trails that go through woodland around Crombie Loch. It’s a great place to spot wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer and a variety of birds.

When to go

For long daylight hours and your best chance for sunny weather, the best time to visit the area is in summer. The highlight of the season is the annual Carnoustie Gala Week, which is filled with events and festivities including parades, Highland dancing and local food stalls. The summer school holidays (July/August) are the busiest time of year so if travelling at this time, it’s a good idea to book campsites in advance. 

Know before you go

  • If you choose to wild camp, be sure to adhere to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. 
  • There is a regular train service to Carnoustie from Dundee, Aberdeen and Glasgow. A limited service runs to Edinburgh.
  • There are a few small shops in Carnoustie, as well as a Tesco Superstore a few minutes down the coast in Monifieth,