Campsites near Kinross

Around midway between Perth and Edinburgh, the bustling town of Kinross is well worth a stop. Kinross sits at the head of Loch Leven, which is a national nature reserve noted for its abundant birdlife, and the largest loch of the Scottish Lowlands. You can explore the loch and its surroundings by foot or bike by following the 16-mile (26-kilometre) Loch Leven Heritage Trail that travels along the north and east shores of Loch Leven. Another popular activity is taking a tiny ferry to Lochleven Castle, perched on an islet on the loch. The castle is famed as the place from where Mary, Queen of Scots escaped captivity in 1567.

96% (116) • 191 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Kinross

Muiredge

1. Muiredge

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(17)

24km from Kinross · 8 units

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

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Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

2. Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

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(16)

60km from Kinross · 7 units · Tents, Glamping

*PLEASE NOTE THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR WEEKEND BOOKINGS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. CAMPING OPEN FROM 1st May to End August* 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, all a gentle walk from the sites.

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Loch Katrine Eco Camping

3. Loch Katrine Eco Camping

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62km from Kinross · 13 units · Motorhomes, Glamping

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

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St Conan's Escape

4. St Conan's Escape

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(13)

104km from Kinross · 2 units

Dog-friendly lodges on a Scottish mountainside with incredible loch views

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Beirhope Alpacas

5. Beirhope Alpacas

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104km from Kinross · 9 units

A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders

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Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

6. Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

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111km from Kinross · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Pitches and pods in the Cairngorms National Park

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Troquhain Woods

7. Troquhain Woods

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(37)

130km from Kinross · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland

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Runach Arainn Glamping

8. Runach Arainn Glamping

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(10)

140km from Kinross · 3 units

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

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Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

9. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

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(13)

143km from Kinross · 2 units

Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall

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King Garth

10. King Garth

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(14)

144km from Kinross · 1 unit

Built in 1733, King Garth is also known as The Old Customs House, reflecting its role in these fraught times of smuggling. Its strategic position on the banks of The Eden served as the perfect lookout for a bailiff employed by Carlisle Corporation to protect the very important salmon fishery. The plaques on the building which commemorate the visits by Mayors date back to the 1700s. These visits no doubt involved indulgent banquets centring around freshly caught salmon I grew up on the opposite side of the river. On family walks along the Eden I was always fascinated by the house on the other side sited in such an amazing position. In 2010, when I returned to Cumbria I was amazed to hear that this house was for sale. It was a ruin and everyone told me I was mad..... I probably was a little! But I soon realised that I wasn’t alone in my love of this house, everyone I met from the surrounding villages had a tale to tell about this iconic place. King Garth is for sharing - with locals, (we have an annual barbecue), with wildlife and with people like you. The aim when renovating King Garth was to celebrate and embrace its history. King Garth is off grid and has no running water. It is furnished in a style to reflect its history. It isn’t everyone’s ‘cup of tea’: you have to drive a mile down a muddy lane, there is no hot shower, no electric lighting, and a compost toilet. BUT we offer beautiful evenings of candle light, log burner, hot tub under the stars and bathing in the river. My priority with King Garth and the land attached was to manage in a way to protect the abundant wildlife. There are also alpacas who you can look after during your stay. You will be astounded by the din the birds make at dawn and dusk! Inside the house there is an owl box where one summer a pair of barn owls successfully raised chicks. Since then a kestrel frequents the box and has twice laid there. This part of the Eden is tidal so both estuarine and river species co exist. Kingfishers and otters are often spotted And even the occasional seal! Kinggarth comes with fishing rights and if you want to fish this can be arranged with the host. The bird feeders are frequented by tree sparrows, yellow hammers, wood peckers, nut hatches and in winter red poll.

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Walkmill Campsite

11. Walkmill Campsite

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148km from Kinross · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Refreshingly understated private camping in the unspoiled Northumberland countryside

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Bachilton Farm Holidays

12. Bachilton Farm Holidays

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(5)

25km from Kinross · 2 units

A pair of yurts with hot tubs on a farm between Perth and Crieff

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The Snug at Logie Farm

13. The Snug at Logie Farm

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(7)

25km from Kinross · 1 unit

Luxury glamping pods with all mod cons, with an elevated position overlooking the River Tay.

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Fernlea - Campsite & Pod

14. Fernlea - Campsite & Pod

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(5)

26km from Kinross · 7 units · Motorhomes, Glamping

Welcome to Fernlea. We would love to have you visit us, either on our 5 pitch campsite for motorhomes and caravans, or in 2025 to our new luxury glamping pod. Fernlea is our home in the heart of an agricultural plain called “The Carse of Gowrie,” which runs for 20 miles or so along the River Tay between Perth and Dundee. It’s a beautiful area that we hope you will love too. We are a short walk from the village of Errol, with access to lovely walks along the Tay. We are adjacent to the local bus route (just stick your arm out!), the Sustrans cycle route 77, plus only a mile or so from the A90 Perth to Dundee / Aberdeen road. We are perfect for both a short stopover and a longer break with a fascinating local area to explore. All pitches have hard standing, water on each pitch, grey waste disposal adjacent to the pitch, and a 10 or 16 amp electric supply with a chemical toilet waste tank with rinsing tap behind our garage. We are also within easy access to Fife and the southern area of the Highlands. Walkers and bird watchers will find many footpaths by the River Tay and can climb the local hills to see buzzards, hawks, ducks, and migrating geese throughout the seasons. Any visitors requiring repairs or accessories for their van will find the large Perthshire Caravan dealership nearby. Every Sunday, one of Scotland’s largest car boot sales and markets is held less than a mile away. Facilities on the CL Site: - Dog walk from the site - Information room - Recycling facilities - Battery charging - TV reception: good - 16 amp electric on 4 pitches, 10 amp on 5th - Water on all pitches - Chemical toilet disposal point - Lawned site, with gravel hardstandings - Latest arrival time: 9:00 PM - Latest departure time: 12:00 PM Shop/village of Errol within 1 mile. Errol Village shop, Pub, Lass O’Gowrie Cafe, Fish and Chip Shop, Butchers. Nearby: Cairn O’Mohr Winery, Rait Antiques Centre, Errol Sunday Market, Lass O'Gowrie Cafe, Fruit Shack - Pick your own strawberries, We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

15. Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

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(25)

27km from Kinross · 4 units

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

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Organic Welltree

16. Organic Welltree

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29km from Kinross · 2 units

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. Short-Term Licence Number: PK13177F.

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Bowie Wood

17. Bowie Wood

36km from Kinross · 1 unit

Escape to the Woods Tucked away amongst the trees at Bowie Wood, our spacious 6m bell tent is a secluded woodland retreat designed for slowing down, switching off and reconnecting with nature. Set on its own raised timber platform, the tent looks out into the woodland, with a covered awning creating a sheltered spot to sit outside with your morning coffee or simply listen to the forest around you. Inside, natural coir flooring, a king-size bed and the warmth of a wood-burning stove create a cosy retreat whatever the Scottish weather decides to do. This isn't a manicured campsite. You're staying within our woodland, surrounded by mature trees, mossy ground, ferns and wildlife. Red squirrels, roe deer, woodpeckers, buzzards and bats are all visitors to Bowie Wood, and after dark the woodland becomes wonderfully peaceful. Follow the woodchip path back to your tent, light the stove, make a hot chocolate and settle in for the evening. On clear nights, step outside and look up — away from the bright lights of town, the woodland is a beautiful place for stargazing. Although it feels hidden away, Bowie Wood is close to Stirling and makes a wonderful base for exploring central Scotland, from Stirling Castle and Bannockburn to the Ochil Hills, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs. Bowie Wood is an ongoing rewilding project, where we’re working to restore and enhance the woodland while allowing nature to flourish. You may notice areas of ongoing work around the wider site as we continue to improve habitats, paths and facilities. We aim to keep any disruption to guests to a minimum. Come here for the quiet, the trees and the chance to experience something a little different. Slow down. Light the fire. Sleep amongst the trees.

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Pirnie Lodge Farm

18. Pirnie Lodge Farm

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38km from Kinross · 3 units

Lodges with hot tubs in peaceful countryside near Falkirk

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Mongolian Yurt in Stunning Highland

19. Mongolian Yurt in Stunning Highland

57km from Kinross · 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.

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Red Deer Village Holiday Park

20. Red Deer Village Holiday Park

57km from Kinross · 10 units

Red Deer Village Holiday Park in Scotland is a 5 star holiday park, conveniently situated on the doorstep of Glasgow, just off the A80, one of Scotland’s main arterial routes to the North. The Scottish holiday park is close to a number of public transport links, with regular buses and trains into Glasgow city centre. he level and spacious caravan and campsite near Glasgow is the ideal base for a holiday in and around West Central Scotland, or as a stopover for a few days whilst touring. There are 24 hardstanding pitches with electric hookup, suitable for touring caravans and motorhomes. Our grass area has a number of spacious tent pitches, which are well served by immaculate facilities.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Dawn

5 days ago

Tent

With kids

1 night at Beirhope Alpacas

From the moment I arrived Lynne greeted me and my kid (6yrs) and made us feel welcome - she went out of her way to be helpful and made us feel really welcome. The site is beautiful and our pitch was shaded which helped (heatwave) and higher altitude meant consistent mild breeze. The alpaccas were soo charing and make a relaxing murmuring noice (so not disruptive) . Lynne and her team clearly are important to the local community they had a small gathering to watch the lunar eclipse and meteor shower with fire and bbq, which a local enthusiast brought telescope/camera to stream the eclipse through to look & special glasses. Beautiful shop too. Just perfect!

Jennifer

5 days ago

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Beirhope Alpacas

Once again, Lynne and the crew at Beirhope go above and beyond and do not disappoint. Last year we stayed at the Hatties Hideaway pitch and were impressed by the outdoor kitchen, so this time we picked Samuel’s Super Pitch. Did not expect to have a stove and proper cutlery and crockery included, but I now know that when we next come we can pack lighter. The highlight had to be the astronomy event that was organised for campers and external guests alike, including a short trek up the hills to take pictures of the sky in one of the darkest places in the country. Lynne greeted us by name when we arrived, checked in throughout our stay and coped with the offspring’s animated info dumping. Cannot recommend Beirhope Alpacas enough and already making plans for our next stay.

Euan

1 week ago

Tent

2 nights at Beirhope Alpacas

I would 100% recommend anyone to check out camping at Bierhope Alpacas. Me and my girlfriend stayed for 2 nights on Phil’s patch and it was brilliant! Lynne welcomed us and she was absolutely lovely and happy to help with anything during our stay. The views and surroundings are great, and you have everything you need in terms of facilities. We will definitely be back!

Neil

2 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

This is a nice quiet spot in the Borders, within reach of a few good places. Clean and well kept campsite, the alpacas provide that extra interest. The charm is the rustic off grid but even within the basic nature of the place most things are still provided, shop, fires and toilets. Lynn is a good host and took the time to make us feel welcome and even managed to find small screwdrivers to fix our glasses.

Felicity

2 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

1 night at Beirhope Alpacas

Loved our stay at Beirhope! This was our third time here and it gets better each time. Love being next to the animals and Lynne is such a brilliant host. Bonus getting to meet the baby alpacas this time too. We’ll be back!

Amber

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

Lovely campsite, so peaceful and Lynne couldn’t be friendlier. We really loved the reading nook and being able to camp so close to the Alpaca’s. Lynne has clearly put a lot of attention to detail in ensuring people have a comfortable stay and there are a lots of complementary add-ons you can purchase once you arrive. Would definitely recommend to those looking for a relaxing stay in the Borders.

Josh

2 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to King Garth

Lovely location next to a river for kayaking or enjoying some peaceful times. Friendly alpacas made it the best part for the children too. Thanks again for letting us enjoy the unique location :-)

Cat

2 weeks ago

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With kids

Weekend Trip to Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

Fantastic campsite with great facilities. It was our second time staying here and can’t recommend highly enough.

Eveline

2 weeks ago

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With kids

3 nights at Beirhope Alpacas

The setting of the campside is wonderfull and the host Lynn is lovely. It really feels like you are away from all the hustle and bustle and you can easily spent time on site watching the alpacas and read your book. Also our kids enjoyed it very much.

Sally

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

1 night at Beirhope Alpacas

Lovely setting and surroundings,beautiful animals,Lynne is a really lovely lady and so helpful,very welcoming,the only down side to our stay was the Scottish weather 🤣

Laura

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

Beirhope is an absolute haven. Peace and quiet with everything you'd need. The site is well set up with good facilities and the owners are so welcoming and accommodating.

Sharon

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

A wonderful stay for our anniversary weekend. We had everything we needed and hosts that made us feel like family. The alpacas made awesome neighbours, as did the other campers. There was just a general feeling of happiness at the site. The pitches are well thought out, spaced so that you have plenty of room but can still enjoy atmosphere from others around you. There are birds everywhere, swallows, house martins, chaffinches and in the twilight hours, little bats! The eco loos and washing facilities were immaculate. On our pitch we had Kale's kitchen and were very grateful for the seating under shelter when we were hit by heavy rain. We have been campers for a few years and nothing has come close to how good Beirhope is. This place is really special - a slice of rural paradise that we hope to see again soon. Thank you Lynne and Al. x

Len

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

It was quiet, cosy and peaceful. We enjoyed the lovely outlook.

Beth

3 weeks ago

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With kids

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

Perfect camp location :-) , kids loved the alpacas and the hill to climb. Stunning surrounding.

Gemma

3 weeks ago

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With kids

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

Really beautiful site. Lovely setting. The alpacas are amazing. Perfect place for get together with friends and kids

Guod

3 weeks ago

Tent

3 nights at Beirhope Alpacas

The camp site is fantastic and is highly recommended. Lynne is amazing.

Richard

3 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Beirhope Alpacas

What an absolutely delightful spot! Had everything i needed for a really comfortable and exciting short getaway. Will def return

Christine

3 weeks ago

4 m campervan

With pets

1 night at Walkmill Campsite

Walkmill campsite was beautiful - we were only passing through but definitely keen to come back and stay for a while.

Margaret

3 weeks ago

With kids

2 nights at Bachilton Farm Holidays

I loved the yurk beds were comfy loved the views great stay everything there that we needed will b back

Sarah

July 2026

With pets

Weekend Trip to Runach Arainn Glamping

We loved our stay in the yurt 😊 Beautiful location and everything you could possibly need. Really clear directions to the camp and cooking on the fire pit was great fun. Make sure you have bug spray 😁

Kinross camping guide

Where to go

Around Town

Staying within the town puts you within easy reach of Loch Leven, as well as several golf courses and facilities such as shops and restaurants. Just north of the town centre, Gallowhill Caravan and Camping Park has grassy pitches for tents and campers with views of the surrounding hills.

Falkland

If Lochleven Castle piques your interest, you can further explore the life of Mary, Queen of Scots at the 16th-century Falkland Palace, one of her favourite retreats. The town of Falkland is also a draw for walkers, who can head into the nearby Lomond Hills Regional Park. On the edge of the park, family-run Pillars of Hercules Organic Farm has basic pitches for tents and small campers.

Dunning

A 25-minute drive north of Kinross, the small village of Dunning has a long and rich history with Pictish and Jacobite connections. The village is also surrounded by hills and glens to be explored. Just south of the village, the small working Greenhill Farm is home to cows, sheep, chickens and peacocks and offers a glamping experience in shepherds’ huts.

When to go

Summer is the most popular time to visit the area, but the peak season can bring crowds and booked-up campsites. If planning to visit in the summer, try to avoid travelling during the school holidays in July and August. The best time to visit Loch Leven Nature Reserve is in the autumn when around 20,000 pink-footed geese arrive. Note that the ferry to Lochleven Castle only operates from April to September.

Know before you go

Wild camping is legal in Scotland as long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
The closest train station to Kinross is in Dunfermline, 13 miles (21 kilometres) south. Local buses can get you to most nearby places of interest.
Kinross has several supermarkets where you can buy the essentials. For outdoor and camping gear, try the bigger shops of Dunfermline.

Top camping destinations around Kinross

Frequently Asked Questions

Is wild camping legal in Kinross?

Yes, wild camping is legal in Kinross as long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

Where is the closest train station to Kinross?

The closest train station to Kinross is in Dunfermline, 13 miles (21 kilometres) south.

What is the best time to visit Loch Leven Nature Reserve near Kinross?

The best time to visit Loch Leven Nature Reserve is in the autumn when around 20,000 pink-footed geese arrive. Note that the ferry to Lochleven Castle only operates from April to September.