The best campsites in Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve with horseback riding

At the southeastern end of Loch Lomond, and reached by a short boat trip from the village of Balmaha, Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve is spread across the islands of Inchcailloch, Clairinsh, Torrinch, Creinch and Aber Isle. Straddling the dividing line of the Highland Boundary Fault, the reserve’s landscapes reflect both that of the Highlands and the Lowlands, with rugged mountains to the north and gentler, rolling hills to the south. Its wide range of habitats include woodlands, open water, grassland and wetlands and is a popular spot for keen naturalists, who can spot osprey fishing in the loch. There is a small and basic campsite on Inchcailloch. As the island is a nature reserve, occupancy is limited and visitors may only stay up to two nights and permits are required.

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At the southeastern end of Loch Lomond, and reached by a short boat trip from the village of Balmaha, Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve is spread across the islands of Inchcailloch, Clairinsh, Torrinch, Creinch and Aber Isle. Straddling the dividing line of the Highland Boundary Fault, the reserve’s landscapes reflect both that of the Highlands and the Lowlands, with rugged mountains to the north and gentler, rolling hills to the south. Its wide range of habitats include woodlands, open water, grassland and wetlands and is a popular spot for keen naturalists, who can spot osprey fishing in the loch. There is a small and basic campsite on Inchcailloch. As the island is a nature reserve, occupancy is limited and visitors may only stay up to two nights and permits are required.

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1. Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

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5 units · Glamping · Perthshire , Scotland

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

2. Muiredge

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8 units · Glamping · Perth and Kinross, Central Scotland

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

3. Cleghorn Farm

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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.

4. West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

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46 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Glasgow, Lanarkshire, South Scotland

A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way

5. Ayrshire Airstream

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1 unit · Glamping · Irvine, Scotland

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

6. Craigmarloch Lodge

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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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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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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 in Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve with horseback riding guide

When to go

From April to September is the best time to visit to see woodland wildlife, fishing ospreys and the rich wetlands of Endrick Mouth as they burst with flowers and insects. In the fall you can see wintering geese arriving from Greenland and Iceland, as well as other waterfowl; come winter you’ll see thousands of geese roosting on the reserve. Spring brings a brightly colored carpet of wildflowers and plentiful birdlife.

Know before you go

The Inchcailloch campsite is open only from March through September.
There is a ranger service on Inchcailloch, which offers guided walks.
Due to the deer population, ticks are present in the reserve. Long pants and sleeves are recommended.
The weather can be changeable, even in summer. Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended.