Dog-friendly camping near Moffat

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Europe’s first designated Dark Sky Town, visitors flock to the Dumfriesshire town of Moffat, where light pollution is minimal, to take in the wonders of the night sky. During the day, Moffat also attracts a steady stream of walkers following the Southern Upland Way coast-to-coast long distance footpath and exploring the surrounding hills and many miles of parks and paths. In recognition of the great walking opportunities available here, Moffat was the first town in Scotland to be awarded the 'Walkers are Welcome' status. Lying on National Cycle Route 74, running from Carlisle to Glasgow, it’s also a great cycling destination.

93% (237) 281 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Moffat

Cleghorn Farm

1. Cleghorn Farm

100%
(11)
45km from Moffat · 15 units · Tents, Glamping
*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.
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from 
£10
 / night
Troquhain Woods

2. Troquhain Woods

92%
(33)
48km from Moffat · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
£25
 / night
Camping at Cardewlees

3. Camping at Cardewlees

99%
(47)
60km from Moffat · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£16
 / night
Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

4. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

100%
(13)
61km from Moffat · 2 units
Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£210
 / night
Cairn Meadow Pods

5. Cairn Meadow Pods

99%
(42)
68km from Moffat · 4 units
Glamping pods in Cumbria's secluded Eden Valley with views of the Pennines
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from 
£98
 / night
Beirhope Alpacas

6. Beirhope Alpacas

98%
(137)
69km from Moffat · 11 units
A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Howbeck Lodge

7. Howbeck Lodge

94%
(27)
72km from Moffat · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A dog-friendly farm campsite on the northern edge of the Lake District
Showers
Water hookup
Potable water
from 
£30
 / night
Ewe Love Camping Pods

8. Ewe Love Camping Pods

98%
(108)
84km from Moffat · 3 units
Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from 
£90
 / night
The Old Chapel Campsite

9. The Old Chapel Campsite

98%
(97)
106km from Moffat · 30 units
Nearly wild camping in the North Pennines
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Muiredge

10. Muiredge

100%
(16)
109km from Moffat · 8 units
Rural glamping in a converted railway carriage, shepherd's hut, or bell tent in blissful Scotland
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£100
 / night
Tyne View Camping

11. Tyne View Camping

100%
(17)
111km from Moffat · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Tyne View Camping is a peaceful spot in Tyne and Wear, not far from Hedley on the Hill village. It's on a farm run by David and his family, who welcome guests to enjoy the beautiful countryside views. You can see the Tyne Valley from the camping pitches, which is great for stargazing at night. The site is basic with just water taps and toilets, no showers, but there's lots of space for kids and dogs to play. You're allowed to bring a barbecue or firepit for cooking, and you can buy supplies in Prudhoe nearby. Or, you can walk to Hedley on the Hill for a meal at a top-notch pub. There are plenty of things to do nearby, like walking in the woods, playing golf, or trying gliding. You can also visit Hadrian’s Wall, Newcastle upon Tyne, or explore the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for a varied and enjoyable break.Also this June we will be open for the Sam Fender weekend ie June 12 til the 16th if anyone wants to camp £20 a night plus a taxi for £20
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Walkmill Campsite

12. Walkmill Campsite

98%
(122)
114km from Moffat · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Refreshingly understated private camping in the unspoiled Northumberland countryside
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
Moss Side Farm Campsite

13. Moss Side Farm Campsite

94%
(131)
117km from Moffat · 33 units
Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
Loch Katrine Eco Camping

14. Loch Katrine Eco Camping

95%
(113)
118km from Moffat · 22 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
Loch-side sleeping and exploring in one of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park's most historic locations
Electrical hookup
Showers
Water hookup
from 
£12
 / night
Hazel Mount Fellside

15. Hazel Mount Fellside

98%
(49)
119km from Moffat · 5 units
Nearly wild camping on the western edge of the Lake District overlooking the Duddon Estuary
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
Damson View Glamping

16. Damson View Glamping

100%
(55)
119km from Moffat · 5 units
Self-contained glamping pods in the Lake District's beautiful Lyth Valley
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£119
 / night
The Black Swan

17. The Black Swan

100%
(26)
119km from Moffat · 3 units
Our three, brand new wood and canvas yurts are nestled in our private, woodland hotel garden beside the beautiful conservation (SSSI) river of Scandal Beck. Just a short drive from The Lake District, The Yorkshire and Durham Dales as well as The Scottish Border, we are perfectly located for you to explore. The yurts themselves are individually decorated with full size furniture, electricity and double beds. The yurts are all located in the garden of The Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale, a multi award-winning hotel, restaurant and bar; recipient of 2 AA Rosettes as well as AA pub of the year for England 2018/19. As part of your stay in our yurts you will receive a full cooked breakfast and buffet option included in the price for 2 people in our hotel restaurant. We like to think of ourselves as a cosy home from home with a relaxed dining atmosphere throughout. We are very dog friendly in the hotel, restaurant, bar and yurts so please bring your furry family members. Our beautiful woodland is also home to red squirrels (which are seen daily), protected, freshwater crayfish in the river, an otter (seen very infrequently but the nemesis of our ducks), 6 Indian runner ducks, free range chickens and our two cockerels! (Dogs are very welcome but are to be kept on a lead whilst in the woodland itself). We are very dog friendly and charge an additional fee of £15 for 1 dog/ £20 for 2 dogs for an additional cleaning fee and for some dog friendly goodies such as poop bags and treats. The price of this yurt is based on an occupancy of 2 people. Any other people who will be staying on the sofa bed will add a charge of £40 per person per night for breakfast and their stay. All yurts come with electrical battery pack, chargeable lanterns, tea/coffee, homemade biscuits, log burning stoves, towels, full breakfast included from the hotel, an outdoor seating area and access to our outdoor toasty warm woodland shower as well as our very cute, wooden toilet cabin. Hairdryers are available in the hotel for your use.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£136
 / night
Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

18. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

96%
(150)
120km from Moffat · 47 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
S

19. S

92%
(93)
120km from Moffat · 14 units
Lake District camping on the banks of Lake Windermere, with direct access to the water.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£50
 / night
Hill Top Huts

20. Hill Top Huts

97%
(121)
121km from Moffat · 12 units
Scenic, simple glamping pods set beside a welcoming Pennines pub
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from 
£70
 / night

Europe’s first designated Dark Sky Town, visitors flock to the Dumfriesshire town of Moffat, where light pollution is minimal, to take in the wonders of the night sky. During the day, Moffat also attracts a steady stream of walkers following the Southern Upland Way coast-to-coast long distance footpath and exploring the surrounding hills and many miles of parks and paths. In recognition of the great walking opportunities available here, Moffat was the first town in Scotland to be awarded the 'Walkers are Welcome' status. Lying on National Cycle Route 74, running from Carlisle to Glasgow, it’s also a great cycling destination.

93% (237) 281 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Moffat

Cleghorn Farm

1. Cleghorn Farm

100%
(11)
45km from Moffat · 15 units · Tents, Glamping
*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.
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from 
£10
 / night
Troquhain Woods

2. Troquhain Woods

92%
(33)
48km from Moffat · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
£25
 / night
Camping at Cardewlees

3. Camping at Cardewlees

99%
(47)
60km from Moffat · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£16
 / night
Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

4. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

100%
(13)
61km from Moffat · 2 units
Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£210
 / night
Cairn Meadow Pods

5. Cairn Meadow Pods

99%
(42)
68km from Moffat · 4 units
Glamping pods in Cumbria's secluded Eden Valley with views of the Pennines
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from 
£98
 / night
Beirhope Alpacas

6. Beirhope Alpacas

98%
(137)
69km from Moffat · 11 units
A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Howbeck Lodge

7. Howbeck Lodge

94%
(27)
72km from Moffat · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A dog-friendly farm campsite on the northern edge of the Lake District
Showers
Water hookup
Potable water
from 
£30
 / night
Ewe Love Camping Pods

8. Ewe Love Camping Pods

98%
(108)
84km from Moffat · 3 units
Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from 
£90
 / night
The Old Chapel Campsite

9. The Old Chapel Campsite

98%
(97)
106km from Moffat · 30 units
Nearly wild camping in the North Pennines
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Muiredge

10. Muiredge

100%
(16)
109km from Moffat · 8 units
Rural glamping in a converted railway carriage, shepherd's hut, or bell tent in blissful Scotland
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£100
 / night
Tyne View Camping

11. Tyne View Camping

100%
(17)
111km from Moffat · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Tyne View Camping is a peaceful spot in Tyne and Wear, not far from Hedley on the Hill village. It's on a farm run by David and his family, who welcome guests to enjoy the beautiful countryside views. You can see the Tyne Valley from the camping pitches, which is great for stargazing at night. The site is basic with just water taps and toilets, no showers, but there's lots of space for kids and dogs to play. You're allowed to bring a barbecue or firepit for cooking, and you can buy supplies in Prudhoe nearby. Or, you can walk to Hedley on the Hill for a meal at a top-notch pub. There are plenty of things to do nearby, like walking in the woods, playing golf, or trying gliding. You can also visit Hadrian’s Wall, Newcastle upon Tyne, or explore the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for a varied and enjoyable break.Also this June we will be open for the Sam Fender weekend ie June 12 til the 16th if anyone wants to camp £20 a night plus a taxi for £20
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Walkmill Campsite

12. Walkmill Campsite

98%
(122)
114km from Moffat · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Refreshingly understated private camping in the unspoiled Northumberland countryside
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
Moss Side Farm Campsite

13. Moss Side Farm Campsite

94%
(131)
117km from Moffat · 33 units
Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
Loch Katrine Eco Camping

14. Loch Katrine Eco Camping

95%
(113)
118km from Moffat · 22 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
Loch-side sleeping and exploring in one of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park's most historic locations
Electrical hookup
Showers
Water hookup
from 
£12
 / night
Hazel Mount Fellside

15. Hazel Mount Fellside

98%
(49)
119km from Moffat · 5 units
Nearly wild camping on the western edge of the Lake District overlooking the Duddon Estuary
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
Damson View Glamping

16. Damson View Glamping

100%
(55)
119km from Moffat · 5 units
Self-contained glamping pods in the Lake District's beautiful Lyth Valley
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£119
 / night
The Black Swan

17. The Black Swan

100%
(26)
119km from Moffat · 3 units
Our three, brand new wood and canvas yurts are nestled in our private, woodland hotel garden beside the beautiful conservation (SSSI) river of Scandal Beck. Just a short drive from The Lake District, The Yorkshire and Durham Dales as well as The Scottish Border, we are perfectly located for you to explore. The yurts themselves are individually decorated with full size furniture, electricity and double beds. The yurts are all located in the garden of The Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale, a multi award-winning hotel, restaurant and bar; recipient of 2 AA Rosettes as well as AA pub of the year for England 2018/19. As part of your stay in our yurts you will receive a full cooked breakfast and buffet option included in the price for 2 people in our hotel restaurant. We like to think of ourselves as a cosy home from home with a relaxed dining atmosphere throughout. We are very dog friendly in the hotel, restaurant, bar and yurts so please bring your furry family members. Our beautiful woodland is also home to red squirrels (which are seen daily), protected, freshwater crayfish in the river, an otter (seen very infrequently but the nemesis of our ducks), 6 Indian runner ducks, free range chickens and our two cockerels! (Dogs are very welcome but are to be kept on a lead whilst in the woodland itself). We are very dog friendly and charge an additional fee of £15 for 1 dog/ £20 for 2 dogs for an additional cleaning fee and for some dog friendly goodies such as poop bags and treats. The price of this yurt is based on an occupancy of 2 people. Any other people who will be staying on the sofa bed will add a charge of £40 per person per night for breakfast and their stay. All yurts come with electrical battery pack, chargeable lanterns, tea/coffee, homemade biscuits, log burning stoves, towels, full breakfast included from the hotel, an outdoor seating area and access to our outdoor toasty warm woodland shower as well as our very cute, wooden toilet cabin. Hairdryers are available in the hotel for your use.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£136
 / night
Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

18. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

96%
(150)
120km from Moffat · 47 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
S

19. S

92%
(93)
120km from Moffat · 14 units
Lake District camping on the banks of Lake Windermere, with direct access to the water.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£50
 / night
Hill Top Huts

20. Hill Top Huts

97%
(121)
121km from Moffat · 12 units
Scenic, simple glamping pods set beside a welcoming Pennines pub
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from 
£70
 / night

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Dog-friendly camping near Moffat guide

Where to go

Around Moffat

Staying in Moffat puts you within easy reach of all the town’s attractions, such as the Moffat Museum and the striking Devil’s Beef Tub, a deep, dramatic hollow in the hills behind the town. Just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre, Moffat Camping and Caravanning Club has grass and hardstanding pitches.

Grey Mare’s Tail Nature Reserve

A 20-minute drive north of Moffat, Grey Mare’s Tail is a magnificent waterfall dropping over 200 feet (61 metres) from Loch Skeen. Visitors can explore the surrounding nature reserve and climb the peaks of Lochcraig Head and White Coomb for views as far as the Lake District in England. A 10-minute drive south of the reserve, glamping pods are on offer at Wigwam Holidays Moffat.

Nith Valley

Around 40 minutes south of Moffat, the River Nith is known for its trout and salmon fishing. The Southern Upland Way passes through, as does the Kilpatrick MacMillan Trail cycling route. Just outside the village of Auldgirth, the adults-only Red Squirrel Campsite has pitches for motorhomes and caravans.

When to go

The summer months are the best time to visit the area. While sunny days can’t be guaranteed, the long daylight hours mean you can pack multiple activities into each day. If you are planning to hike the Southern Upland Way, spring or autumn is best for avoiding the biggest crowds. Stargazers should aim to visit between October and March, when the nights are long and skies are at their clearest and most crisp. 

Know before you go

  • Wild camping is allowed throughout Scotland, as long as you adhere to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
  • The weather in Scotland is always changeable, even in summer. Come prepared with warm, waterproof clothing.
  • While you can get around using local buses, this can be a time-coonsuming way to travel. Life will be much easier with your own transport.