What are the options for wild camping near Dunoon?

Wild camping is permitted in the park (per the Scottish Outdoor Access Code) but has been restricted in some areas over recent years. These areas still have at least 300 designated camping areas (some with basic facilities), where you can have an experience similar to wild camping, but from March through September a permit is required for each tent or motorhome/campervan. The park also has plenty of privately owned formal campsites. Additionally, north of Dunoon, and stretching seven miles through Argyll Forest Park, the freshwater Loch Eck has a number of sheltered beaches that are ideal for wild camping. You can access these sites by walking in from Benmore Botanic Garden or by kayak/canoe. If you choose to wild camp, you can find out more about your rights and responsibilities on the Scottish Outdoor Access Code website. Be aware that ticks (which can carry Lyme disease) are present in the National Park, especially in Spring and Summer. You can also explore different options for camping near Dunoon on Hipcamp.