The best campsites near Alloa, Clackmannan with horseback riding

Just a stone’s throw from Stirling, the small town of Alloa is a hit with fans of Scottish history who come to admire the medieval Alloa Tower, Scotland’s largest and oldest keep. From the tower visitors can enjoy views of the Firth of Forth and continue on the Tower Trail through the area. Several golf courses are dotted around the town and Alloa also puts visitors within easy reach of the Ochill Hills and Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The area is a handy base for outdoor enthusiasts who have multiple camping options including well-appointed caravan parks and safari tents.

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Just a stone’s throw from Stirling, the small town of Alloa is a hit with fans of Scottish history who come to admire the medieval Alloa Tower, Scotland’s largest and oldest keep. From the tower visitors can enjoy views of the Firth of Forth and continue on the Tower Trail through the area. Several golf courses are dotted around the town and Alloa also puts visitors within easy reach of the Ochill Hills and Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The area is a handy base for outdoor enthusiasts who have multiple camping options including well-appointed caravan parks and safari tents.

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1. Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

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23km from Alloa · 5 units · Glamping · Perthshire , Scotland

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

2. West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

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37km from Alloa · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Glasgow, Lanarkshire, South Scotland

A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way

3. Muiredge

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20km from Alloa · 8 units · Glamping · Perth and Kinross, Central Scotland

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

4. Mondhuie Chalets

128km from Alloa · 1 unit · Glamping · Nethy Bridge, Scotland

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

5. Cleghorn Farm

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47km from Alloa · 15 units · Tents, Glamping · Lanark, Scotland

*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.

6. Bamburgh Under Canvas

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141km from Alloa · 5 units · Glamping · Northumberland, North East England

Luxury Lotus Belle tent glamping with sweeping views, within walking distance of Bamburgh town and castle (and beach)

7. Runach Arainn Glamping

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116km from Alloa · 3 units · Glamping · Kilmory, Scotland

A three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach

8. Ayrshire Airstream

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68km from Alloa · 1 unit · Glamping · Irvine, Scotland

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

9. Craigmarloch Lodge

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35km from Alloa · 1 unit · Glamping · Glasgow, Scotland

A high-end glamping cabin with a hot tub on the edge of the Highlands

Camper favorites near Alloa

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Mondhuie Chalets

128km from Alloa · 1 unit · Glamping · Nethy Bridge, Scotland

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

Cleghorn Farm

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47km from Alloa · 15 units · Tents, Glamping · Lanark, Scotland

*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.

Bamburgh Under Canvas

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141km from Alloa · 5 units · Glamping · Northumberland, North East England

Luxury Lotus Belle tent glamping with sweeping views, within walking distance of Bamburgh town and castle (and beach)

Runach Arainn Glamping

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116km from Alloa · 3 units · Glamping · Kilmory, Scotland

A three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach

Ayrshire Airstream

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68km from Alloa · 1 unit · Glamping · Irvine, Scotland

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

Craigmarloch Lodge

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35km from Alloa · 1 unit · Glamping · Glasgow, Scotland

A high-end glamping cabin with a hot tub on the edge of the Highlands

Stories from the community

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Paul

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Cleghorn Farm

The beautiful cabin is in a lovely quiet private space. There are nice views across to the hills particularly when sat by the firepit. Alex and Lauren made us feel very welcome.

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Sally

July 2025

With kids

4 nights at Runach Arainn Glamping

Runach Arainn is even more lovely in person than in the photos. Great location for a peaceful and relaxing stay on Arann. The yurts are comfortable, the kitchen/fire-pit etc are well-equipped and the orchard setting is beautiful. It's just a short walk to the beach or to the Lagg Inn for dinner. Highly recommend.

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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.

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Tim

May 2025

2 nights at Bamburgh Under Canvas

Beautiful quiet site. The tent felt entirely private/separate from the few others on the site. Well equipped and comfortable. Perfectly located for exploring the North East coast. Campbell was really helpful and made our stay great. Couldn't recommend more!

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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

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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.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best campsites near Alloa with horseback riding guide

Where to go

Ochil Hills

Just to the north of Alloa, the long range of the Ochill Hills offers a beautiful setting for hillwalking and multiple summits to climb, including many over 2,000 feet (610 metres). The views of the hills are the top draw at The Woods Caravan Park, less than a 10-minute drive from Alloa. The site has a tranquil location and pitches for tents and tourers.

Gartmorn Dam

Five miles (eight kilometres) north of Alloa, Gartmorn Dam is Scotland’s oldest reservoir and is located on a nature reserve that is an important site for migratory wildfowl and offers several walking routes. Set on a working farm, Dam View offers glamping experiences in its safari tents lodges.

Stirling

Eight miles (13 kilometres) west of Alloa, the city of Stirling is steeped in history and is a must-visit for its beautifully preserved Old Town and National Wallace Monument. Within walking distance of the Monument and the Ochill Hills, family-run Witches Craig Caravan Park has pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes.

When to go

Alloa and the surrounding Clackmannanshire and Stirlingshire areas are at their best in the summer months when the weather is warmer (though rarely hot) and daylight hours are long. That’s peak season, however, which may mean booked-up sites, especially during the school holidays in July and August. September or October are good alternatives for enjoying the area with fewer crowds and rich autumnal foliage. Winter visitors will contend with cold conditions and short daylight hours, but beautiful, crisp landscapes.

Know before you go

Wild camping is possible throughout Scotland but campers are required to adhere closely to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
Scottish weather is always changeable, even in summer. Come prepared with warm, waterproof clothing.
There are plenty of well-stocked supermarkets in Alloa. For camping gear, head for Stirling.