Holiday Parks, Caravan Parks & Campsites in Scotland

Caravan sites

Caravan sites in Scotland are the perfect option if you're travelling or touring around the country and need a scenic spot to refuel for the night. Equipped with a range of facilities and plug in points for your caravan or motorhome, it has all the essential amenities you'll need for your caravan holiday in Scotland.

Making use of the hundreds of holiday caravan sites in Scotland also means you'll be helping to keep the landscape beautiful and pristine for everyone to visit and enjoy.

Family-friendly camping and caravan sites

These caravan parks offer a great range of facilities for campers with children's play areas, cafes and shops, Wi-Fi, electric power supplies, and even swimming pools - not to mention lots of space outdoors to run around.

Caravan hire

If you don't have your own caravan or motorhome, why not hire one? There are various places across Scotland where you can rent a caravan for your holiday - just make sure you book in advance.

Sites with charging points

If you're travelling with an electric vehicle, you can now search for caravan parks and sites with charging points.

Scotland is home to campsites that are open all year round and boast incredible surroundings. From coastal gems and beach front pitches, to cosying up in ancient Caledonian Pine forests or soaking up the atmosphere on one of our beautiful islands, there is a huge variety of scenic campsites to choose from.

Campsites in Scotland for road trippers

On the road and looking for the perfect spot to pitch up? With facilities such as hot showers, kitchens, drying rooms, and waste disposal areas - Scotland has lots of campsites for those travelling around - whether you're in a camper van or bringing a tent.

Campsites which allow campfires

Not every campsite in Scotland allows fires, but those that do offer the chance to relax outside, watch the stars, or even cook your dinner on an open fire.

Campsites with on-site activities

Looking for camping holidays in the UK? There are lots of campsites in Scotland which offer on-site activities such as mountain biking trails, fishing ponds, kayak and paddleboard hire, or even dog sledding.

Holiday parks in Scotland are a great choice if you're looking for a country breaks getaway but fancy a few more home comforts along the way. Cosy into a woodland lodge or seaside cabin and relax while soaking up the breathtaking views around around you. Explore nearby attractions, wander along local trails keeping an eye out for wildlife, or venture into town and try some delcious local produce.

What is camping or caravanning like?

Camp and caravan sites come in all shapes and sizes to suit all budgets and tastes, and are never too far away – in just about every corner of Scotland, with many of them being open all year round.

Choose from:

• Camping sites near cities, close to great attractions
• Sites overlooking bonnie lochs, in the mountains or deep in the woods, fantastic for outdoor sports
• Holiday parks on the beach, ideal for unforgettable wildlife watching experiences

What to expect

• Pitches – various sizes, layouts, ease of access and proximity to services
• Grounds – beautiful landscaping and grounds
• Excellent facilities – cafés and shops, outdoor and indoor swimming pools, children’s play areas, internet access and WiFi
• Public areas – reception, laundry, dining kitchen, tourist information cabins, toilets and shower rooms
• Entertainment – throughout the day and in the evening for every member of the family to enjoy

If you are planning a camping or campervan trip around Scotland, it is always advised that you use official campsites or designated overnight parking areas. This will help preserve Scotland's natural landscape and benefit our small local communities and residents.

There are hundreds of campsites in scenic coastal or beach spots across the country, complete with facilities and docks for your campervan too.

Browse Scotland's top campsites with scenic views

Please remember to:

• Plan and book ahead. It's always useful to have a plan B ready.
• Be considerate. If you arrive somewhere and it's fully booked, contact nearby campsites to see if they have availability. Please don't stay overnight in an undesignated area.
• Always take your rubbish home with you and pick up after your dog.
• Keep a safe distance from any land management operations.
• Be very careful not to disturb or destroy a plant, bird, animal or geological feature.
• Don't damage or disturb cultural heritage sites.
• It's important to remember that access rights don't include motor vehicles. If public or private land owners restrict or regulate parking on their land, you should stick to their rules.

Find out more about being a responsible traveller