Ardtower Caravan Park

Ardtower Caravan Park combines an Inverness location with open views towards the Black Isle and the mountains beyond, visible from almost all its pitches. This small campsite near Culloden Battlefield has hardstanding and grass pitches for campervans and tents, alongside glamping pods. Dogs are welcome, and the park is open all year, with online booking available through its official website. A nearby bus stop offers frequent services into the city centre, making it possible to leave your vehicle behind when heading out to shops, bars and restaurants.

Practical facilities include electric hook-ups, free Wi-Fi and a modern toilet and shower block. There is also a small shop for essentials and an on-site café serving breakfast and evening pizzas. These make the park a useful option for visitors who want camping facilities without relying on a trip into town for every meal.

Culloden Battlefield is a natural starting point for exploring the area’s history. Here, the Jacobite army was defeated by government forces on 16 April 1746; the visitor centre explains the conflict through artefacts and displays presenting both sides of the story. For a different kind of outing, head into Inverness and follow the River Ness towards the Ness Islands. Victorian footbridges connect these wooded islands with the riverbanks, creating a walk among mature trees, with carved benches where you can pause beside the water. This is a city excursion rather than a route beginning at the campsite.