Camping in South Scotland

Name: South Scotland
Address: South Scotland
Rating: 4.797000000000001

Whether it be glamping or pitching up a tent, camping with your family, or finding a campsite where groups are welcome, camping in South Scotland has much to offer. Read on for Hipcamp’s list of the best campsites in South Scotland.

Together the Borders, Dumfries and Galloway, and Ayrshire, form what is more broadly known as Southern Scotland, where swathes of countryside and the rolling hills of the Southern Uplands make a prime camping destination. Campsites in Southern Scotland are not hard to come by and there is a wide choice of good campsites to be found, from traditional tent-only bolt holes to lavish glamping havens. We’ve picked out our very favourite campsites in the area so you can easily find what you are looking for.

96% (98) • 426 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in South Scotland

West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

1. West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

84%

(40)

Glasgow, Scotland · 44 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way

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Campfires

Full hookups

Troquhain Woods

2. Troquhain Woods

93%

(37)

Castle Douglas, Scotland · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland

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Campfires

Picnic table

Grinsdale Campsite

3. Grinsdale Campsite

90%

(5)

England · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome

Wild camping with water and toilets on site, also the King Charles coastal path, just 2 minutes from Hadrians Wall and next to the River Eden open from Easter until end of September 2026 glamping tents available

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Campfires

Potable water

Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

4. Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

100%

(16)

Lanark, Scotland · 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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Potable water

King Garth

5. King Garth

97%

(15)

Carlisle, England · 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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Campfires

Hot Tub

Staddlestones Paddock

6. Staddlestones Paddock

93%

(7)

Scotland · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome

Quiet green area on the edge of town. Easy walk to town centre with cafes, shops etc. Accessible by public transport. Space for bikes/canoes/horse. 5 minutes’ walk across park to River Tweed. We aim to offer an exclusive enclosed quarter acre pitch and would let you know if sharing with someone else.

Electrical hookup

Water hookup

Potable water

Garrison Shepherd's Huts

7. Garrison Shepherd's Huts

83%

(3)

Bowness On Solway, England · 4 units

Shepherd’s hut glamping near Hadrian’s Wall and the Solway Firth.

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Showers

Hot Tub

Corriehall Stopover

8. Corriehall Stopover

Dumfries, Scotland · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Located less than four miles from the centre of Dumfries, yet benefitting from fantastic countryside views, Corriehall Stopover offers comfortable shepherd’s hut accommodation. There are also touring pitches, which enables those with campervans or motor homes to enjoy this rural idyll. We are an Adults only site.

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Electrical hookup

Showers

Bowie Wood

9. Bowie Wood

Stirling, Scotland · 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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Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

10. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

100%

(13)

Brampton, England · 2 units

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

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Campfires

Red Deer Village Holiday Park

11. Red Deer Village Holiday Park

Glasgow, Scotland · 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.

Electrical hookup

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Bracken Barns Glamping and Massage

Private farm glamping pod on the banks of the Urr Water, Dumfries & Galloway. One of Scotland's darkest sky locations — the Milky Way is visible from your garden. Proper bed, full kitchen, shower, fast wifi, and a fenced private garden. Farm-fresh eggs available. Village pub 3 minutes on foot. Castle Douglas 10 mins, Galloway Forest Park 20 mins. The real escape you've been putting off. A warm, well-equipped glamping pod on a working farm — not a field with a mattress. Sleeps 2. Full kitchen, shower room, private fenced garden with open paddock views, fast wifi, and TV. Free-range Orpington chickens next door and dark skies above. Quiet, completely private, and genuinely comfortable. The village pub is a 3-minute walk — but you probably won't want to leave the garden.

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Wifi

Potable water

Dod Mill Fishing Hut

18. Dod Mill Fishing Hut

Lauder, Scotland · 1 unit

Artistic riverside cabins in the grounds of a 17th-century watermill

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Showers

Campfires

Broom Fisheries Campsite

19. Broom Fisheries Campsite

Newbie, Scotland · 4 units

Luxury caravans ideally situated next to picturesque Scottish fishing lakes

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Showers

Hot Tub

Pirnie Lodge Farm

20. Pirnie Lodge Farm

100%

(2)

Slamannan, Scotland · 3 units

Lodges with hot tubs in peaceful countryside near Falkirk

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Showers

Hot Tub

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Sarah

August 2026

With kids

2 nights at Craigend Farm

Thank you for such a wonderful stay! We absolutely loved our time here. The pod was spotless, beautifully looked after, and had everything we could possibly need. We really enjoyed relaxing with the beautiful views and making the most of the BBQ. It’s such a peaceful, special place, and we’d happily recommend it to anyone. We hope to return one day!

Gary

August 2026

7 m Class A

11 nights at West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

Lovely site with all amenities required Andrew was very helpful and put us in a lovely spot over looking the hills. Great experience for 10 nights

Josh

August 2026

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 :-)

Sheona

August 2026

Tent

5 nights at Staddlestones Paddock

Ruth and Scott were the ideal hosts. I stayed at their property for the week and thoroughly enjoyed my stay in Peebles. Communication with Ruth was clear and concise from first communication. I found the property easily, it felt safe and a lovely nook. The location of their property is perfect as it’s a short walk to town and just far enough out to be peaceful. I enjoyed many walks and there are still so many for me to do; next time! Castle walk, river, tunnel, old churches, historical buildings all nearby and such a welcoming community. I saw a fringe musical theatre show at the local East Gate Theatre. Peebles has a co piece of my heart and I hope to be back one day. Thank you Ruth and Scott for such a memorable week.

Joachim

August 2026

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Grinsdale Campsite

Really nice area 😁 we took a dip in the river nearby !

Len

July 2026

Weekend Trip to Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

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

George

July 2026

Tent

3 nights at Staddlestones Paddock

Great spot great location and great hosts would highly recommend very good spot if you’re fishing in the tweed

Catrin

July 2026

7 m campervan

1 night at West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

What a breath of fresh air. What a welcome. Its so rare to arrive somewhere and be met by such a friendly laid back proprietor. Its a lovely rural location but also just outside Glasgow, a brilliant place to stop and rest if you're heading into the big hills.

Kirsty

July 2026

3 m rooftop tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

Nice place. Had everything we needed. The highlight was the dog not having to be tied up. Just wish we brought a fire pit as it got a bit cold so we had to retire early. The pitch was nice and private and the views were great.

Jolene

July 2026

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Troquhain Woods

A lovely campsite in beautiful woodland with a natural setting. Simple is part of its charm - for a nearly wild camping atmosphere, a great place to stay. Perfect for a back-to-basics camping experience.

Where we parked our campervan! They were flexible about which spot

Courtney

July 2026

5 m campervan

Weekend Trip to West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

We loved everything about this place! Absolutely stunning views, chill and kind hosts, bathroom/showers :)

Michael

July 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

What a beautiful spot for some camping. It is a short walk up to the campsite itself but the hosts provide wheelbarrows to help move things back and forth. The campsite itself is lovely, enough space to keep to yourself, or plenty of room around the firepit for everyone. Stunning views of the countryside, with only the odd train passing nearby. The occasional sounds of the deer and cows, alongside the bird calls helped settle me into the nature nearby. Hosts clearly care very much about the campsite, accessiblity to the outdoors, and giving back to the land. Would absolutely recommend, and will book again.

Rachel

June 2026

4 m campervan

1 night at Staddlestones Paddock

Great communication, really peaceful space. Very welcoming hosts, really close to town. Would stay again.

Kenneth

May 2026

5 m campervan

With kids

Weekend Trip to Staddlestones Paddock

Good little field very close to the centre of town. Lovely and quiet. And plenty of space for our vw.. larger campers would struggle to get in the gate possibly. Toilet facilities are in the porch of the owners house next door

Norman

May 2026

4 m rooftop tent

6 nights at Troquhain Woods

My wife and I spent 5 nights here in our roof top tent with a second tent to sit and cook in. We are totally self sufficient carrying all our own food, water and toilet facilities. We were the only ones camping there, and it was so peaceful and quiet, with just the sound of birds singing and owls twittering. Malcolm was incredibly friendly and checked to see we were ok and made sure we had plenty of wood for huge camp fires. We were completely surrounded by trees and even though the main road was not far away we could not hear any traffic noise. It was the rise of the midge season and local pharmacies sold sprays and lotions that contain 50% diet which came in handy. If you want safe wild camping then this is the place to stay. Will go back.

Grant

May 2026

Weekend Trip to Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

Brilliant for a wee overnight in the peace and quiet with the wife.

Steven

May 2026

14 m campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Troquhain Woods

Hi just back from malcom's the place is amazing we parked in the middle of the woods all u can hear is the wild life and malcom he is such a nice and friendly guy and he brings u loads of fire wood for your fire pit and the 2 dogs loved it and will i go back there again well the answer is yes will be there again the end of month if u want to go wild no electric no water well sorry there's a fresh water spring in the woods and it tastes better than my tap water but if u want to go of grid in the wild give malcom a call you will enjoy came back feeling brand new and can't wait till end of month to get back there

Joe

April 2026

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Grinsdale Campsite

Went for one night, owner was great and very nice. Nice walks around too !!

William

April 2026

With pets

Weekend Trip to Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

Very relaxing place been a few times now and definitely be going again

April 2026

1 night at Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway

The hut was a perfect stopover on our way to the Islands. Simple and charming. Lovely sunset and we cooked a great meal on the wood burner. Host was great. .

Top camping destinations around South Scotland

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some good campsites in Southern Scotland?

Some good campsites in Southern Scotland include those in the Borders, Dumfries and Galloway, and Ayrshire regions. You can easily find traditional tent-only bolt holes to lavish glamping havens in the area.

Where can I find the best campsites in South Scotland?

You can find the best campsites in South Scotland in the Borders, Dumfries and Galloway, and Ayrshire regions. There is a wide choice of good campsites to be found, catering to different preferences.

What types of camping options are available in South Scotland?

In South Scotland, you can find a variety of camping options, including traditional tent-only bolt holes and lavish glamping havens. Whether it be glamping or pitching up a tent, camping with your family, or finding a campsite where groups are welcome, South Scotland has much to offer.

What makes South Scotland a prime camping destination?

South Scotland is a prime camping destination due to its swathes of countryside and the rolling hills of the Southern Uplands. The area offers a wide choice of good campsites, from traditional tent-only bolt holes to lavish glamping havens.