Campsites with campfires in The Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

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The Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

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Popular camping styles for The Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

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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

Cleghorn Farm

11 units · Glamping, Tents250 acres · Lanark, Scotland

*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY OPEN FOR WEEKEND BOOKINGS FOR CAMPING. THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK BOOKINGS* 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.

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Muiredge

8 units · Glamping1 acre · Perth and Kinross, Central Scotland

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

Troquhain Woods

6 units · Motorhomes, Tents14 acres · Castle Douglas, Dumfries, South Scotland

Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland

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The Charcoal Huts - Isle of Bute

2 units · Glamping8 acres · Scotland

Our Huts are located within the Moss Wood area of Bute Forest - a mixed birch and alder wood that extends up the hillside to the west of the A886 that connects the Rhubodach Ferry to Port Bannatyne and Rothesay. Moss Wood has a range of facilities. Park on the shore-side where the coast can be enjoyed or at the main entrance, and take a walk up through Moss Wood along the Poetry Trail. A steep walk in places, the Poetry Trail is a loop punctuated with places to stop and read, to stop and think. Read nature poetry from throughout the ages, stop at the Blether Stane, or taking the spur to the Viewing Point back south across the Kyles. Moss Wood connects to the West Island Way – take the Poetry Trail and the spur to the Viewing Point – and then take the Stag’s Trod further up (steeply) till you reach the West Island Way. From there, head south towards Port Bannatyne or north along the boundary of the Community Forest. From the viewing point, you can also explore interesting heritage features such as the old WW2 bunker, kayak shelter, Balnakailly settlement, and the SSSI oak woodland.

12 top campsites in The Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park with campfires

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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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Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

5 units · Glamping, Motorhomes17 acres · Perthshire , Scotland

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

Cleghorn Farm

11 units · Glamping, Tents250 acres · Lanark, Scotland

*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY OPEN FOR WEEKEND BOOKINGS FOR CAMPING. THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK BOOKINGS* 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.

The Charcoal Huts - Isle of Bute

2 units · Glamping8 acres · Scotland

Our Huts are located within the Moss Wood area of Bute Forest - a mixed birch and alder wood that extends up the hillside to the west of the A886 that connects the Rhubodach Ferry to Port Bannatyne and Rothesay. Moss Wood has a range of facilities. Park on the shore-side where the coast can be enjoyed or at the main entrance, and take a walk up through Moss Wood along the Poetry Trail. A steep walk in places, the Poetry Trail is a loop punctuated with places to stop and read, to stop and think. Read nature poetry from throughout the ages, stop at the Blether Stane, or taking the spur to the Viewing Point back south across the Kyles. Moss Wood connects to the West Island Way – take the Poetry Trail and the spur to the Viewing Point – and then take the Stag’s Trod further up (steeply) till you reach the West Island Way. From there, head south towards Port Bannatyne or north along the boundary of the Community Forest. From the viewing point, you can also explore interesting heritage features such as the old WW2 bunker, kayak shelter, Balnakailly settlement, and the SSSI oak woodland.

Muiredge

8 units · Glamping1 acre · Perth and Kinross, Central Scotland

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

Troquhain Woods

6 units · Motorhomes, Tents14 acres · Castle Douglas, Dumfries, South Scotland

Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland

Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Strathdon, Scotland

Pitches and pods in the Cairngorms National Park

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Ayrshire Airstream

1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Irvine, Scotland

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

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Runach Arainn Glamping

3 units · Glamping1 acre · Kilmory, Scotland

A three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach

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Harvest Moon Holidays Beach Cabins

7 units · Glamping4 acres · Nr Dunbar, Scotland

A beachside glamping paradise less than an hour from Edinburgh

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The Outdoor Hotel

3 units · Glamping2 acres · Auldgirth, Dumfries,, Scotland

Journey off the beaten track and enjoy getting closer to nature on our organic farm in Dumfries and Galloway. We offer self catering bell tents and bothy accommodation that allow you enjoy a back to basic slower pace of life without having to leave behind a little touch of luxury. Relax, unwind and reconnect in our eco friendly environment.

Dod Mill Fishing Hut

1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Lauder, Scotland

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

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Cleghorn Farm

11 units · Glamping, Tents250 acres · Lanark, Scotland

*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY OPEN FOR WEEKEND BOOKINGS FOR CAMPING. THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK BOOKINGS* 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.

Cairngorms Glamping and Campsite

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Strathdon, Scotland

Pitches and pods in the Cairngorms National Park

West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

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

A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way

Troquhain Woods

6 units · Motorhomes, Tents14 acres · Castle Douglas, Dumfries, South Scotland

Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland

Campsites with campfires in The Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park guide

Overview

Camping in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park allows you to embrace one of the most beloved parts of Scotland, which spreads across the Southern Highlands as the fourth-largest national park in Britain. Under an hour’s drive north of Glasgow and a gateway to more Scottish Highlands landscapes, the park’s hills, valleys, and lochs form the perfect canvas for an accessible rural retreat surrounded by mountains, forest, and charming villages. Loch Lomond is a magnet for outdoor adventurers, who can enjoy the likes of guided fishing trips around the loch and its rivers, or take in the surroundings on foot by following a wide network of hiking trails featuring the popular West Highland Way. Whether you want to take a relaxed ramble along the shore, cruise the waters, or pitch a tent on a tiny island, you’ll find plenty of ways to explore, and setting up camp—whether at a designated site or in the wild—is the best way to immerse yourself.

Notable Campsites

Best for scenery: Luss Caravan and Campsite is set on Loch Lomond’s western banks.
Best for glamping: Loch Katrine Eco Lodges overlook Loch Katrine toward Ben A’an.

Family Camping in Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park welcomes visitors of all ages, so it’s perfect for bringing the kids along on a family camping holiday. They won't be bored either, as the national park and its lochs are packed with activities. Whether it's admiring the surrounding nature, getting out on the expansive waters, or going on a family day out to an adventure course, there's a great deal here to keep the kids occupied at Loch Lomond.

Things to Do with Kids in Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond Faerie Trail: Enjoy a magical day out with your kids at the Faerie Trail, a woodland adventure that will pique their curiosity with stories of faeries, trolls, and unicorns.
Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre: Over 35 birds of prey and owls live here, where visitors can see flying shows and learn all about these magnificent animals in a safe, welcoming environment.
Sea Life Loch Lomond Aquarium: Take the kids to experience an underwater world that features rays, sharks, otters, turtles, and more.
TreeZone Aerial Adventure Course: Unforgettable experiences involving zip wires, balance beams, and bridges above the trees await at TreeZone.
Boat trips: A number of boat trips are available to hop on in the Loch Lomond area, from luxury cruising yachts to speedboat tours. Pick one to suit your family's tastes and enjoy the waters from a different perspective.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Booking is recommended for all campgrounds in the national park. Bookings should be made directly with the sites.
Most sites allow booking many months in advance, so make your reservations as soon as you know travel dates. Smaller sites only allow booking up to two weeks in advance.
In some areas of the park, wild camping is restricted to designated sites where permits are required from March through September. Permits may be booked up to two weeks in advance.

When to go

The long hours of daylight and promise of fine weather makes May through September the most popular time of year to visit Loch Lomond. The area does get crowded with tourists in summer, however, especially in July and August, so be sure to make bookings in advance. To avoid crowds while still enjoying mild but cool conditions, September or October is a good option with the additional benefit of seeing the shores of Loch Lomond covered in autumn colours and blooming heather.

Know before you go

You can travel directly to Balloch, on the southern shore, by train from Glasgow. Local buses can get you to other nearby points of interest.
If you choose to wild camp, be sure to follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Wild camping is restricted in some parts of the national park.
Biting midges are a nuisance in summer, and Lyme disease-carrying ticks are also present in the park, especially during spring and summer.
Much of the park and its facilities are accessible, including the track around Loch Katrine. Check the official Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park website for more information.