Campsites near Castle Douglas

The historic town of Castle Douglas appeals to foodies and adventurers alike.

97% (239 reviews)

United Kingdom
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Scotland
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South Scotland
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Dumfries
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Castle Douglas

97% (239 reviews)

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Charlotte

1 week ago

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1 night at The Old Chapel Campsite

The views were gorgeous! Nice long walk to a pub close by

1 night at The Old Chapel Campsite

Beautiful location with a super kind, welcoming host. Highly recommend staying at Ted’s campground. I will definitely be back!

2 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Beautiful setting next to the stream. Nice clean facilities. Enjoyed the on-site cafe for breakfast.

Weekend Trip to Howbeck Lodge

Beautiful campsite on a working farm. Facilities are clean and effective. The animals that we ran into were friendly, especially a little black cat that was very eager to say hello. The location was great, site was peaceful and there was very little wind, even with the poor weather that we got on our trip.

Weekend Trip to Tyne View Camping

Huge pitch, stunning views. Great for the family to run around.

Weekend Trip to The Old Chapel Campsite

We absolutely loved it, Ted was so friendly, passionate and very accommodating. We wish we could have stayed longer but we weren't able to due to work. But we will be back! Lovely quiet area, peaceful but with cute ducks around. Fires are allowed so we had a BBQ and just what we needed to get away from the world. No signal too or wifi which is why we chose it. 10/10 recommend!

Weekend Trip to The Old Chapel Campsite

Great location with amazing views in every direction. The site is located in a very peaceful area with lots of very friendly locals in the neighbouring villages. Ted was a great host and was very helpful and welcoming and gave us great advice on possible activities to do during our stay.

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

Lots of space and friendly host. Lynne came in the middle of a thunderstorm to check if we were alright.

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

The site has fantastic views and lots of space for children to play. We had a mighty thunderstorm on Saturday with spectacular lightening. Lynne came to check on her campers in the rain, to make sure we were alright. Very thoughtful 😊

3 nights at Hazel Mount Fellside

We loved our stay on primrose pitch. Listening to Osprey, looking onto beautiful views and we were lucky to have a clear night to see the stars. Ruth was so welcoming and has created a haven to restore nature and allow space for the mini beasts as well as sheep, chickens, geese and a horse. We were lucky to stay on the summer Solstice weekend and visit the amazing stone circle close by. We will definitely be back.

Weekend Trip to Puddlemire

Camped here on two different occasions and I have loved both times I have stayed

Weekend Trip to The Old Chapel Campsite

Me and my partner had a fab time camping on Teds land! Great communication throughout with ted and we could even hire a fire pit and wood to keep warm in the evening. The views were incredible and we even had gorgeous ducks walking around the land which we loved! the location is within short driving distance to lovely towns like Dufton and a lovely walk called High Cup. We would definitely recommend!

Weekend Trip to The Old Chapel Campsite

We traveled just over an hour to get there and it was mine and my girlfriends first camp out we had done and it was great, really friendly owner and great site.

Weekend Trip to Moss Rose Campsite

Plenty of room in-between pitches. Lovely host. Facilities really clean. Lovely views

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

Bierhope Alpacas is one of the kind. The site is great, away from any modern living noise. The host, Lynne, is absolutely amazing, we felt welcomed as soon as we arrived. She honestly felt like family, nothing was too much trouble and she was very accommodating. The pitches are clean and very big. Clean facilities, alpacas, and the honesty shop has everything you might have forgotten..... And ice cream!!! What I'm trying to say is this is one of the best camp sites we have visited and I would recommend it to anyone.

Weekend Trip to Beirhope Alpacas

We booked a pitch for one night, but couldn’t make it overnight in the end. The host Lynne was very understanding and lovely. We did come the following day to feed the alpacas which my son loved! And Lynne was extremely welcoming! Will definitely come back for the full experience!

5 nights at Kestrel Lodge Campsite

Kestrel Lodge is a friendly campsite with lots of little touches to make it an excellent base for a base camp or a one stop. There are thoughtful open anytime honesty boxes filled with useful things you might need or have forgotten - payment into the box or by card when reception open. There's a washing machine, wet room and phone chargers for use too - alongside nice loos and showers. If you have a dog the separate exercise field if fabulous. The location is superb for Skiddaw, the north-western fells and hidden gems like Dash Falls. All in all highly recommended!

5 nights at Kestrel Lodge Campsite

A really lovely site, facilities are perfect and the views are fantastic. Loved the communal fire pit where you can sit and meet fellow campers. Also there is a pub within walking distance which was a bonus. Fully recommend, I will return.

Weekend Trip to West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

A lovely wee site with various accommodation options, the staff are super helpful.

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Cumbria, North West England

A shepherd's hut for two in the lesser-known Lyth Valley, four miles from Lake Windermere

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Social District

30 units · Tents55 acres · Grizedale, Cumbria, North West England

Lake District camping on the banks of Lake Windermere, with direct access to the water.

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Puddlemire

22 units · Glamping, Tents5 acres · Kirkby Lonsdale, England

Camping in countryside between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales

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Moss Rose Campsite

28 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents8 acres · Pilling, Preston, England

We have a family friendly Quiet campsite in the heart of Lancashire on our family run farm. Our site is situated in a species rich meadow field with large mown Pitches surrounded by wild flowers and meandering pathways linking the site together. We are surrounded by a young trees & woodland with the back drop of the Pennines. We offer both glamping and traditional non EHU camping on our site, with lovely hot showers, clean toilet facilities, fresh water point, pot wash area, phone charger lockers, communal freezers, elsan disposal point, microwave, coffee/hot chocolate machine, and our little honesty shack with all little camping essentials to might need whilst staying with us. We also hire out picnic benches and fire pits to help enhance your camping experience. We have a lovely little woodland walk, with a meandering mown path, that winds through our woodland/conservation area. Perfect to walk your dog, and let your kids explore. Adjoining the campsite, we have a padock with super frindly sheep that love to say hello. We sell little bags of sheep feed, just incase you'd like to give them a little treat. In the middle of the site, we have a little tots play area, perfect for keeping you're small kids entertained. We are a Quiet family site, with a Reduced Noise policy from 9 pm, and Quiet Time from 10 pm to 8.30 am. Our site has close links to the A6 and m6 J33. We are only 13 miles from the Historic city of Lancaster, the Bright lights of Blackpool and the jubilee city of Preston. 4 miles from the first fair trade market town of Garstang and 45 mins into the Lake District. There is also lots of interesting activities to do locally.

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Grinsdale Campsite

1 unit · Motorhome, Tent1 acre · England

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.

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The Farmer's Field at Lowick Green

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents2 acres · England

Set amidst 6 acres of land around our community pub, our dog and family-friendly camping area is sustainably managed for biodiversity and surrounded by hedgerows. Well away from surrounding roads, and just a short, level walk from our carpark, you will enjoy stunning views up the Crake Valley towards the fells. Enjoy a simple, no frills stay within a few minutes stroll of our historic pub, with its 16th century bar serving local beers and wonderful food. Our cafe is a great stop-off for coffee and cakes, and our outdoor wood-fired oven serves unforgettable pizza. Our pub and cafe are open Thursday- Sunday and we only accept bookings during this time. The Farmer's Field is ideally located as a base from which to explore both the South Lakes and West Cumbria, or perhaps as a stop en route further north.

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The Old Chapel Campsite

30 units · Tents1 acre · Murton, England

Nearly wild camping in the North Pennines

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Kestrel Lodge Campsite

11 units · Tents4 acres · Keswick, Cumbria, North West England

A family-friendly Lake District campsite, nestled between the quiet shores of Bassenthwaite Lake and the beautiful Cumbrian fells

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Loch Katrine Eco Camping

22 units · Glamping, Motorhomes1 acre · Stirling and Falkirk, Central Scotland

Loch-side sleeping and exploring in one of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park's most historic locations

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Camping at Cardewlees

37 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Carlisle, England

A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall

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Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

47 units · Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Millom, England

Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep

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West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

46 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Glasgow, Lanarkshire, South Scotland

A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way

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Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping

36 units · Glamping30 acres · Preston, Lancashire, North West England

Lakeside rural tranquility and the 'kiss-me-quick' fun of the seaside – you can have the best of both worlds at Stanley Villa Farm's cute camping pods

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Campsites near Castle Douglas guide

Overview

The old market town of Castle Douglas lies at the northern tip of the island-dotted Carlingwark Loch and close to such attractions as Threave Castle, Cardoness Castle, Sweetheart Abbey, and Galloway Forest Park, which is a designated Dark Sky Park. The town itself is a designated Food Town, with many shops selling excellent local produce, which foodies will love exploring, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore the loch’s islands by boat and the nearby Threave Wildfowl Reserve, an important place for wintering wildfowl. Find your pitch at one of these campsites around Castle Douglas.

Where to go

Loch Ken

On the shores of Loch Ken, around a 15-minute drive north of Castle Douglas, Galloway Activity Centre offers a bounty of activities, from windsurfing and paddleboarding to zip lining, archery and mountain biking. The centre’s campsite has grass pitches for tents and tourers, as well as a variety of glamping options.

Dalbeattie

Around 15 minutes east of Castle Douglas, the charming town of Dalbeattie is rich in history and a handy base for the 7stanes Mountain Bike Trail in Dalbeattie Forest, known for its challenging granite slabs. Next to the town’s Colliston Park, Islecroft Caravan and Camping Park has sheltered pitches.

Galloway Forest Park

A 25-minute drive north of Castle Douglas, Galloway Forest Park offers a landscape of forest, hills and lochs that is ideal for hillwalking, mountain biking and rock climbing. It’s best-known feature, however, is its dark skies that are perfect for stargazing. On the western side of the park, Glentrool Camping and Caravan Site has a tranquil setting and pitches for tents and tourers.

When to go

From May through August long daylight hours means you can pack more activities into your day—this period also offers your best chance of enjoying dry, sunny weather. Some areas can get busy during the summer months, however, especially on weekends and during the school summer holidays. Those planning to do some stargazing in Galloway Forest Park should visit between October and March, when the skies are at their clearest and most crisp.

Know before you go

Wild camping is legal throughout Scotland as long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
Local buses can get you to most places of interest. The closest railway station is in Dumfries (40 minutes by bus) which has direct connections to Glasgow and over the border to Carlisle.
There are plenty of places to buy groceries in Castle Douglas, including a Tesco Superstore to the east of town. Make sure to also visit independent shops and try some local produce for which the town is known.