Surrounded by stunning Highland scenery, Invergarry makes a great base along the Great Glen Way.
Long distance walkers making their way along the 78-mile (125-kilometer) Great Glen Way will pass by the village of Invergarry. There’s plenty of reason to set up camp and stay a while in this scenic location at the foot of Glengarry. You can explore the trails around Loch Oich, Loch Garry and the Glengarry Forest, climb the Ben Tee mountain and visit the nearby ruined 17th-century Invergarry Castle, which is perched on the shore of Loch Oich. Overnight options include glamping pods and caravan parks.
Just northwest of the village and minutes from the Glengarry Viewpoint, which offers panoramic views of the Glengarry Mountains, the adults-only Faichemard Farm Campsite has ample, mostly hardstanding, pitches for motorhomes and caravans. The site, which is on a working farm, also operates a self-catering cottage.
A 10-minute drive north of Invergarry gets you to the shores of the famed Loch Ness. Close to the Loch Ness Viewpoint In Fort Augustus and a handy base for embarking on outdoor activities such as biking and sailing, Loch Ness Holiday Park has a range of glass-fronted glamping pods, as well as fully equipped upscale lodges.
A 25-minutes drive south of Invergarry, the family-run Gairlochy Holiday Park sits on the southern shore of Loch Lochy. The site has grass and hardstanding pitches for caravans, motorhomess and tents, as well as a selection of log chalets with views toward the U.K.’s tallest mountain, Ben Nevis.
The area around Invergarry, and much of the stretch of the Great Glen Way, is typically busy with tourists from May/June through August which means you may find crowded trails and booked-up campsites. Between April and early May is a good time to visit to avoid crowds and enjoy a colorful landscape filled with blooming flowers. While the weather will likely be cool, you can still enjoy activities such as hiking, cycling and kayaking.