Helmsdale Camping: Best Campsites Near Helmsdale, Sutherland

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Helmsdale

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The Loft Glamping & Camping

12 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Kinloss, Scotland

The Loft Glamping & 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 are also perfectly appointed 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. Unfortunately we do not take bookings for caravans. 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 & Camping looks forward to welcoming you throughout the year!

Badrallach Campsite

12 units · Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Ross and Cromarty, Highlands

Where the end of the road is the start of your adventure

Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Strathdon, Scotland

We have 10 non-electric pitches in a spectacular setting, surrounded by hills and the River Don. We also have Critter Corner, an area where you can get up close with our friendly animals. We have alpacas, pygmy goats, a donkey and more. We also have a couple of kids play areas. This is all included in the price. You can also go alpaca trekking - £10 per child (16 or under) and £15 per adult. Children will need to be accompanied by a paying adult.

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Sinclair Bay Lodges

4 units · Glamping8 acres · Wick, Scotland

Luxury seafront glamping pods with private patio and jaccuzi. Fully equipped kitchenette with fridge freezer and en-suite shower room. All bedding, towels, cutlery and cookware are included. We have a bike shed on site and private parking for cars. Located on the John O'Groats trail and NC500 route.

Hillside Meadows

3 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Fraserburgh, Scotland

If you wish to visit the north-east of Scotland with sandy and rocky beaches, magnificent cliffs, old lighthouses and famous whisky distilleries, Hillside Meadows is the place to stay. You can enjoy near wild camping experience provided by hosts Michal and Gosia, who are developing on site fully off-grid permaculture family farm. Don't be surprised to be welcomed to your temporary home by a wired-haired dachshund Dubby or woken up in the morning by Pablo the Cockrell. There are usually fresh quail and hen eggs available. The site is handily located just off the A981 Strichen-Memsie road. It makes the site easily accessible for camper vans and caravans owners. There might be some noise from passing traffic, but it’s hardly a distraction from your surroundings, rolling hills, open fields and woodlands. It goes without saying that our 5-acres site is ideal for self-sufficient campers. There are just a handful of pitches, well distanced from each other, tucked among the high grass meadows, which gives campers plenty of space and sense of privacy. Park up or pitch your tent. Then you can just relax and concentrate on the important stuff – like getting that campfire going! The basic facilities, including composting toilet, tap water and shower, are available on site if needed. Our quirky camper van Alaska is ready to use as additional accommodation here on site, ideal for one person, couples or families up to 5. Just 3 miles away from our site lies Fraserburgh, a little coastal town with a sandy beach, Museum of Scottish Lighthouses, as well as a range of convenience stores, shops, cafés, restaurants and bars. Within 5 miles from our site, you'll also find Waters of Philorth Nature Reserve, New Aberdour beach, Rattray old lighthouse, Strichen stone circle, Aden Country Park and more.

Bankhead Croft

14 units · Glamping, Tents10 acres · Gamrie, Scotland

I am a ten acre Croft. I have an on-site cafe. I rescue animals which surround the property. We are two miles from Gardenstown seaside. I offer camping, glamping B&B, and tiny home, cabins. Many properties have hot tubs and are set alone. It’s a quiet area and for those who want to chill on the countryside.

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Glamping Bothy

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, Central Scotland

An upmarket bothy in the grounds of a 12th-century Aberdeenshire castle

Mondhuie Chalets

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · 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

Campsites near Helmsdale guide

Overview

Surrounded by stunning coastline and hills, the little Highland village of Helmsdale is a perfect base for those who love to get outdoors. Whether you’re a walker tackling the 147-mile (237-kilometre) coastal trail from Inverness to John O’ Groats or you just want to soak up the atmosphere of a small Scottish fishing village, you’ll find plenty to do here. Helmsdale is well-known for its salmon fishing and is also home to such attractions as the Timespan Museum and Arts Centre and the Emigrants, a dramatic statue commemorating the Clearances. While B&Bs make up the majority of Helmsdale accommodation options, campers will find caravan and tent sites and even a yurt within easy reach.

Where to go

Around Helmsdale

A 10-minute drive south of the village and a stone's throw from the coast, Crakaig Loth Campsite is a relaxed and basic site for tents, caravans and motorhomes and ideally situated for walkers and cyclists exploring the surrounding area. Just outside the village, Tall Pines Yurt is a sole-use site with private garden and sea views.

Brora

Farther south, around 15 minutes from Helmsdale, the Brora Caravan Club Site offers sites for tents, caravans and motorhomes set in a sheltered location just steps from a sandy beach. It’s a great location for those who want to get out into nature and to enjoy the water, whether by swimming, fishing or spotting seals and dolphins. Nearby Green Park Caravan Site offers similar facilities.

Dunbeath

A 20-minute drive north of Helmsdale, Inver Caravan Park is just north of the village of Dunbeath in southern Caithness and within walking distance of Dunbeath Castle, which is picturesquely perched on rocky cliffs. This small, quiet and friendly site has plenty of facilities, as well as hardstanding pitches for motorhomes and caravans and smooth grassy pitches for tents.

When to go

For the best chance of good weather and long daylight hours, summer is your best bet. Note, however, that the Highlands get very busy in the summer months (especially July and August) with people touring the North Coast 500 driving route. May and September offer a good alternative for fewer crowds. If visiting in August, don’t miss Helmsdale's annual Highland games, held in a dramatic setting overlooking the village.

Know before you go

Many sites in the area are seasonal: check opening dates before travelling.
If you choose to wild camp, be sure to adhere to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
Helmsdale is walkable and you can get to most nearby places (including Inverness) by bus. However, having your own transportation is ideal.
You can find basic supplies in Helmsdale’s shops. Dornoch (30 miles/48 kilometres south) offers more variety.