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Camping in Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve
90% (26) • 52 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve
Badrallach Campsite
1. Badrallach Campsite
91%
(39)
Dundonnell, Scotland · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Where the end of the road is the start of your adventure
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Duco
September 2025
Tent
One of the nicest campsites I've ever been to. Extremely remote, but the road leading up is easy to do even with a city car. The hike to Scoraig lighthouse from the campsite is one I'll never forget. The bothy serving as common room is great, nice to get some shelter to prep a meal and relax.
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Freya
August 2025
5 m Class B
With pets
Absolutely stunning campsite - beautiful walk down to the loch which was just so clear and peaceful. Lovely little plots - just right for our campervan. Toilets and showers were clean and functional. Only downside was the midges - I would have loved to stay outside for longer but we had to retreat to the van. Highly recommended though.
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Gavin
July 2025
Tent
Great location and a great place for camping. We will be back again and for longer. Thank you for having us and sorry we had to cut the holiday short.
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Ronan
June 2025
Tent
With pets
A lovely quiet laid back site with stunning views of the mountains with a short walk down to the loch which gives you fantastic views back across the loch in both directions. Facilities met all my demands, the showers were very good, a Bothy to hand as well if the weather or the midges get to bad. 🤪
Fire pits provided but bring your own wood.
I fully recommend a stop here if you are in the area.
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Kate
May 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
Perfect quiet little campsite, lovely and peaceful with some fantastic walks nearby. The host was extremely helpful and sorted our issues out straight away :).
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Leanne
December 2024
Tent
With kids
Absolutely stunning place and fantastic hosts. We would love to go back.
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Tips for snagging a campsite
- Book well in advance. Situated on the riotously popular North Coast 500 road trip around northern Scotland, the coastal campsites in Assynt and around Knockan Crag fill-up exceptionally fast.
- The longer lead time you give yourself, the better the pitch. Travelling a year from now? It’s definitely a good time to lock in dates and book ahead.
When to go
For long evenings and unforgettable coastal sunsets, June through September is the best period to visit. May traditionally is one of the driest and quietest months, ideal for arriving before the tourists crowds at the height of summer, while in winter you will likely have the trails of Knockan Crag completely to yourself. The unmanned Rock Room visitor centre is open 365 days, meaning you have all the time in the world to try to fathom the reserve’s billion-year-old history and dig into deep time.
Know before you go
- Beyond official campsites and caravan parks, there are no facilities for motorhomes and RVs. Take all rubbish away with you and dispose of all your chemical waste and grey water responsibly.
- If you wild camp, follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code religiously. Recent years have seen a spate of campaigns to help promote ethical and sustainable camping values.
- Remote and all the better for it, there are few services and facilities in this part of northwest Scotland. Ullapool is the mini-Manhattan, with everything you’ll need.
