Scotlands best campfire campsites
Are you looking for the best CAMPFIRE friendly campsites in Scotland? Or just looking for every campsite in Scotland that permits campfires (there are over 60 of them)? If you are then read on as we have put together our favourite campfire friendly sites and also a handy map with all 60+ sites making it easy for you to find that perfect campfire pitch.
Our top 6 campfire friendly campsites in Scotland
When camping nothing really beats taking in the night sky as a campfire crackles away keeping you warm (and the midges away). From our list of sites most either permit campfires in fire pits or on the beach. These are our top 6 campfire friendly campsites in Scotland (just remember to bring your own firewood although some do sell bags of it onsite)
Large caravan park located just outside of Fort William on loch Eil (salt water loch) which caters for tents and campervans on loch side pitches. The site is located on the road between Fort William and Arisaig where you will find some of Scotland’s best beaches. There is a train station in the village of Corpach where you will also find a pub and restaurant (30 min walk). There is also a Brewery located a short walk away and further afield you will find Ben Nevis Distillery which is sat at the foot of Ben Nevis. All the tent and campervan pitches offer free fishing right from your pitch and the campsite shop sells beer’s and wines to keep you entertained while you wait for the fish to bite or to enjoy by a campfire along the shoreline if fishing isn’t your thing. There are lots of outdoor activities to do nearby including hiking and mountain biking, for those looking to sight see the Jacobite steam train (that’s the one from the Harry Potter films) goes past the site four times a day during the summer months.
Situated on the beautiful west coast of the Highlands on the NC500 with unsurpassed views of the Isle of Skye and Outer Hebrides. This site caters for campervans, tents and has a selection of glamping cabins for rent. On arrival, you can choose a sheltered spot amongst the sand dunes or a raised pitch with spectacular views. This is a large spacious site with a modern shower and toilet block and café onsite.
Campsite on a grass pitch next to Vatersay hall (carpark for campervans), this site is run by the local community where there is a toilet block and shower facilities available for use. The café sells food and drink and site is next to the stunning beaches of Vatersay. Payment is taken on arrival at the hall and no pre-booking is required. To get to Vatersay you first have to get to Barra and then drive across the causeway.
Located at the foot of the Glencoe mountains the Red Squirrel campsite is a perfect base to explore the local Munros. Why not hike up to the hidden valley or take a chairlift up Glencoe Ski Resort. The campsite is located next to the Glencoe river with a safe natural swimming pool where you can cool off and enjoy a wild swim and with campfires aloud you can warm up after around the fire. There is also a pub (Clachaig Inn) located a short 30min walk from the campsite which serves food and alcohol.
Loch Chon Campsite is located within the Loch Lomond National Park, this loch side campsite is part of the “camping in the forest” sites scattered thought the national park and aim to give you a wild camping experience camping with nature. There are around 20 rubber matted pitches (make sure you bring a good sleeping mat) scattered thought the forest with a washing up area and toilet block. Fires are permitted in fire pits which can be hired from the ranger’s hut where you can also purchase wood. Loch Chon is perfect for wild swimming with additional swimming possible within Loch Ard nearby (there is even an outdoor mini waterpark at Loch Ard during the summer).
Assessable only by boat from Mallaig or by hiking overland for 2 days the Knoydart Long Beach campsite is worth the effort. One of those bucket list campsites for adventurers where you will be greeted by a swimmable beach, incredible Jurassic park style surroundings and a lovely small village with a pub and restaurants. Base yourself here for a couple of days to hike the local hills or spend a couple relaxing days after the hard hike in. This is one of our top 10 campsites in Scotland.
every campfire friendly campsite in scotland
We have over 60 campfire friendly campsites listed here at Camping Scotland. If you want to filter that list down further head over to our Campsite Finder page and select the filter for “Sandy Beach” or if you prefer to see the results in a map then why not use our Campsite Finder Map.
Thanks for reading and we hope this posts helps you plan that perfect camping adventure. Let us know if you visit any of the campsites mentioned or if you think we have missed any of Scotlands best campfire friendly Campsites.
Don’t forget to head over to our CAMPSITE FINDER section where you can use lots of different filters to find that perfect campsite.
