Best NC500 Campsites Guide
For Campervans & Motorhomes in 2024
Are you looking to plan your North Coast 500 road trip in your campervan? Then look no further as we’ve curated the best list of NC500 campsites, that are all suitable for campervans and motorhomes. One thing we’ve learnt from van life and road-tripping our way around the UK is where we are staying overnight. Although in Scotland it is a lot easier to park overnight than in the rest of the UK, we've found it easier to plan ahead and know where we’re staying. This is why we’ve found NC500 camping spots for you.
One of the most popular ways of seeing and driving the NC500 is by car, motorbike campervan and motorhome. Therefore a lot opt for a campsite on the NC500. There is no shortage of North Coast 500 campsites, but the real question is which one to pick for your NC500 road trip.
This is why we’ve created a list of the best NC500 campsites to take the stress out of your planning.
Some but not all allow you to stay with your motorhome, campervans, caravans & tents. Please double-check that the campsites you’re looking at will take your vehicle or tent. We’ve also included a number of sites that are open all year long. This is great if you want to see what Scotland’s like in the winter snow.
If you're looking at camping on the NC500 then you’ll love what we’ve found, we’ve provided as much information on each campsite to make your planning, travel and stay on the NC500 as easy as possible.
As hard as we’ve tried to find places to camp on the NC500, please note that the information in this guide is subject to change and it’s always best to double-check pricing etc. As prices may have increased at the discretion of the campsite.
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Best NC500 Campsites along the Scotland 500 Route
If you’re planning your NC500 trip then on you itinerary will need to be campsites. A few we have put together in this guide are Camping and Caravan sites. If you purchase a membership for £48 this will allow you to get the members discount at a lot of these sites. Trust me it will make a difference if you’re choosing to stay at a few on your North Coast 500 trip.
NC500 Campsites on East Coast
Inverness Campsites
Torvean Caravan Park
If you like outdoor fun then Torvean Caravan Park is perfectly located fas it’s all on your doorstep here. Right next to the Caledonian Canal you’re already for a leisurely walk.
Close to the heart of Inverness, you’ll have all the amenities and services you need for your stay. This is a perfect stop on the NC500 with restaurants to pubs and live music all year round. You can also take a cruise along to Loch Ness with Jacobite Cruises.
Facilities:
- Toilet block
- Shower
- Laundrette
- Dish washroom
- Tarmac roads
- Electric hook up
- Free WIFI
Price: From £27 (incl electric hook up & wifi) PP + PN
Open: March till End of November
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.torvean.com/
Telephone number - 01463220582
Address - Glenurquhart Rd, Inverness IV3 8JL
Google Maps - Link
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Bught Park Caravan and Campsite
Located in Inverness and just 15 minutes walk from Inverness Castle and Inverness City Centre. It’s also near the Caledonian Canal and a drive to Loch Ness. So there is plenty to do around the area when staying here.
Facilities:
- Showers
- Toilet blocks
- EHU
- On-site shop
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facility per wash £5.00
- Drying Facility per dry £5.00
Price: From £25
Open: Easter to Mid-September
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - http://www.invernesscaravanpark.com/
Telephone number - 01463236920
Address - Bught Ln, Inverness IV3 5SR
Google Maps - Link
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Ardtower Caravan Park
Iain and Elaine opened Ardtower in May 2016. They have created a great modern site with up-to-date facilities. If you are driving through Culloden then this is a great stopping point for you. A lot of the pitches have great views of the Black Isle. They also offer free wifi.
Facilities:
- Shop with basic amenities.
- Ladies & Gents Washrooms
- Toilets
- Showers
- Wash Basins
- Hair Dryers
- Shaver Points
- Washer with dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Water taps, bins
- Outside drying area
- Kids Play Park
- Free Wifi
- Chemical waste disposal
Price: From £35 for Grass standing Pitch
Open: March to the Beginning of January
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - http://www.ardtower-caravanpark.com/
Telephone number - 01463790555
Address - Culloden Rd, Westhill, Inverness IV2 5AA
Google Maps - Link
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Bunchrew Caravan Park
The Bunchrew Caravan Park is set in the beautiful southern shores of Beauly Firth. You get views over the water to Ben Wyvis. The site is set on 20 acres of parkland surrounded by trees. A short drive to all the amenities, pubs and local attractions. If you’re lucky you can see dolphins swimming in Beauly Firth.
Facilities:
- Chemical disposal point
- Toilets
- Free shower block with hair dryer points
- Washing Machine,
- Tumble Dryers and
- Iron available
- Licensed shop for groceries
- Bicycle hire
- Barbecue
- Wi-Fi and desktop computers
Price:
From £24 for a campervan
Open: March to the end of November
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://bunchrew-caravanpark.co.uk/
Telephone number - 01463237802
Address - Bunchrew, Inverness IV3 8TD
Google Maps - Link
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Barrow Campsite Nairn - Formerly Barns Highland
The Barrow Campsite Nairn is owned and run by Ewan and his family. 30 mins drive from Inverness where you can get all the supplies you need for your stay.
Communal bothy/shelter which looks over the pond. They welcome you to sit inside or out, a great place to meet others or get out of the rain. There’s also a playground for kids, plus you can take a wild swim in their swimming pond.
Facilities:
- Onsite shop.
- EHU
- Shower and toilet facilities (Disabled facilities available)
- Shaving area with sockets
- Waste disposal (mixed recycling, general waste and glass)
- Grey water drive-over disposal
- Second grey water and green waste disposal point.
- Chemical wastewater disposal
- Dishwashing area
- Token-operated washing machine and dryer
- Baby changing
- Parking on the pitch
- Children's play area
- WiFi
- Communal bothy/shelter
Price:
Low Season (March to May, November, December, January)
- Hard Standing Pitch (electricity incl. & shared water tap, or SUPER PITCH, inc 16 amp and drainage. ) - £19/£24
- Grass Pitch (electricity incl. & shared water tap) - £17.00
Mid Season (June and September, October)
- Hard Standing Pitch (electricity incl. & shared water tap, or SUPER PITCH, inc 16 amp and drainage. ) - £21/£26
- Grass Pitch (electricity incl. & shared water tap) - £19
High Season (July, August)
- Hard Standing Pitch (electricity incl. & shared water tap, or SUPER PITCH, inc 16 amp and drainage. ) - £25/£30
- Grass Pitch (electricity incl. & shared water tap) - £21
All of the above is based on 1 person
- Additional persons £5.00 per night,
- Infants from 0 – 4 years inclusive, free of charge
- Extra Car/vehicle £3.00 per night
- Pets £1.00 per night
Open: Open All Year
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.barrowcampsite.com/
Telephone number - +44(0)7494532380
Address - Kinchyle Farm, B9091, Nairn IV12 5NY
Google Maps - https://goo.gl/maps/A1CN3bx5Rcjx6gze8
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Dingwall Campsites
Dingwall Camping and Caravanning Club Site
A camping and caravanning site open to both members and non-members. Set at the head of the Cromarty Firth, this picturesque haven offers so many opportunities for exploration. With the wooded Black Isle to explore you’re in the right place to stay the night or a few. You can get a train ride to Kyle of Lochalsh. Similar to a number of campsites in this list there’s dolphins at Cromarty. You can marvel at Red Kites on the Black Isle, and discover the beauty of Udale Bay. Fancy a beer why not visit the Black Isle Brewery in Munlochy
Facilities:
- EHU
- Flushing toilet
- Showers
- Club Site Wi-fi
- Dedicated accessible facilities
- Pets welcome
- Washbasins
- Motorhome service point
- Gas cylinders
- Ice pack freezing
- Washing Machines
Price: From £10.20
Open: End of March to End of October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - Link
Telephone number - 01349862236
Address - Jubilee Park Rd, Dingwall IV15 9QZ
Google Maps - Link
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Black Isle Campsites
Portmahomak Caravan Site
The Portmahomack Caravan site is a church-owned site which is on the shores of the Dornoch Firth which is a beautiful seaside village at the end of the Tarbat Peninsula. You can do some Dolphin watching from the shore's Portmahomack Dolphin Viewpoint. There’s a cafe and restaurant within walking distance of the site.
Facilities:
- Showers
- Toilets
- Laundry
- Electric hookups
Price:
- £17 per night (per pitch) without electricity
- £20 per night (per pitch) with electricity
Open: April to the End of October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.facebook.com/portmahomackcaravansite/
Telephone number - 01862 871467
Email - caravansite@tarbat.org.uk (bookings taken by email)
Address - Free Church Manse, Gaza, Tain IV20 1YL
Google Maps - Link
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Fortrose Bay Campsite
Set in the historic seaside village of Fortrose, the campsite is just a short walk from the village. The village boasts quite a few amenities such as a supermarket, butcher, baker, café, and restaurants. Plus a couple of pubs.
Did you know that the Black Isle benefits from having its own micro-climate. It can sometimes have better weather than other areas of Scotland. They also say that the area is virtually midge free. Which seems like a rarity in Scotland at certain times of the year. On your visit make sure to keep an eye out for bottlenose dolphins. You can even use facilities here for a fee even if you’re not staying.
Facilities:
- Showers
- Kitchen area
- Washer
- Dryer
- Chemical and Grey water disposal
- Water and chemical waste facilities for a fee of £5 for non-residents
- Showers for £3 per person for non-residents
Price:
Low Season Pricing - April – mid-June and mid-September – October
- Caravan/ Campervan/ Motorhome/ Tents ≤3m² -£17
- Each Extra Adult (More than 2) - £4
- Reduction for single travellers -£3
- Electric Hookup - £6
- Hard Standing - £3
- Awnings - £3
- Wi-Fi/24 hrs - £3
- Wi-Fi/Week - £18
High Season Pricing - Mid-June – mid-September
- Caravan/ Campervan/ Motorhome/ Tents ≤3m² - £22
- Each Extra Adult (More than 2) - £4
- Reduction for single travellers - £3
- Electric Hookup - £6
- Hard Standing - £3
- Awnings - £3
- Wi-Fi/24 hrs - £3
- Wi-Fi/Week - £18
Open: April to October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.fortrosebaycampsite.co.uk/
Telephone number - 01381 621927
Address - Wester Greengates, Fortrose IV10 8RX
Google Maps - Link
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Rosemarkie Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Camping and Caravan site that accepts both members and non-members. It’s beautifully located between the Moray Firth and the hills. You can find woodlands to explore and it’s right on the coast. There is a golf course nearby, a bakery, shops and a pub in town. Everything you need to make your stay even better.
Facilities:
- Flushing toilet
- Showers
- Club Site Wi-fi
- Dedicated accessible facilities
- Pets welcome
- Designated dog walk
- Washbasins
Price: From £11
Open: End of March to Mid October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Telephone number - 01381621117
Address - Ness Rd E, Rosemarkie, Fortrose IV10 8SE
Google Maps - Link
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Riverside Chalet and Caravan Park
The campsite is situated next to the River Blackwater and is perfectly placed with a short distance from the main road to Ullapool and Ferries. It’s also not far from is from Inverness and the famous Loch Ness. The campsite has 30 pitches with 12 Electrical Hook-ups available. Plus a small village store and petrol station are available in the village.
If you’re in the area at the right time of year you can see jumping Salmon on the River Blackwater at Rogie falls.
Facilities:
- EHU
- Showers
- Laundry room with a
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WIFI
Price:
- April to Mid Sept - Small Tents ( pitch 4m*4m) - Per person £10.00
- Tourers and Motorhomes (no EHU) - £20 for 2 people
- Tourers and Motorhomes ( EHU) - £28 for 2 people
- Dogs - £1
- Pup/awning/gazebo - £1
- Electric hook-up - £5
Open: April to September
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - http://www.lochness-chalets.co.uk/
Telephone number - 078 6232 2990
Address - Contin, Strathpeffer IV14 9ES
Google Maps - Link
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Black Rock Caravan Park
Black Rock Caravan Park is run by Cathy and Garry. The park is located in the village of Evanton. It’s just one mile off the main A9 route north towards Tain, Wick, Thurso and John O' Groats. It’s perfectly placed for a stopover for a night or two on your NC500 road trip. You can also visit the City of Inverness which is just 15 miles south.
A 6-minute drive or 35-minute walk will see you arrive at Black Rock Gorge. A perfect place to visit if you’re a Harry Potter fan, as it was featured in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Facilities:
- Hot showers
- Washing facilities
- Ice Pack Freezer
- Electrical Hook Ups
- Water available on pitch
- Pitch drainage
- Level Pitches
- Aerial socket
- Hard-standing pitches
Price: From £25 per night
Open: April until the start of November
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.blackrockscotland.com/
Telephone number - 03301337311
Address - Balconie St, Evanton, Dingwall IV16 9UN
Google Maps - Link
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Dornoch Campsites
Dornoch Firth Caravan Park
This is a family-owned campsite and holiday park. The area has a lot of family attractions, heritage and spectacular walks. Located just 2 miles from Tain where you can pick up supplies and other local amenities. There a fuel stop at the Glener Petrol Station and if you love whiskey why not try The Glenmorangie Distillery Co or Balblair Distillery.
It’s also only 2 hours drive from the John O’Groats Signpost! They cater for campervans and tents, so however you’re travelling the NC500, this is a perfect stop off on your journey.
Facilities:
- EHU
- Wet rooms,
- Toilets,
- Disabled facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor play area
- Dogs (maximum of 2)
- Gas is available on site
- Free WiFi up to 10MG
Price:
- Caravan or motorhome - £30.00
- Cyclist or motorcyclist + 1 or 2-person tent - £16.50
- Motor car or small van + 1-3-person tent - £27.50
- Electric hook-up - £2.50
Open: Open All Year
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.dornochfirth.co.uk/
Telephone number -
Address - Meikle Ferry South, Tain IV19 1JX
Google Maps - Link
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Dornoch Caravan and Camping Park
Dornoch Caravan and Camping Park has 120 pitches and is set on a 25-acre park. Set on the shores of Dornoch Firth, with miles of sandy beaches where you can walk and play to your heart's content. You can use the motorhome service point if you are not staying for £11.00
Facilities:
- Shop
- Motorhome Service Point
- Free Showers
- Electric Hook Ups
- Children's Play Area
- Games Room
- Dogs allowed (strictly on lead)
- Safe Swimming and Golden Beaches
- * Launderette (charges apply)
- * Putting Green (charges apply)
- * Wi-Fi available (charges apply)
Price:
- Pitch With Electricity (up to 4 People) - £29.50
- Pitch Without Electricity (up to 4 People) - £22.50
- Single Person With Electricity - £24.50
- Single Person Without Electricity - £17.50
- Extra Person - £4.00
- Extra Car - £4.00
- Use of motorhome service point only - £11.00
Open: End of March until end of October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - http://dornochcaravans.co.uk/
Telephone number - 01862810423
Address - The Links, Dornoch IV25 3LX
Google Maps - Link
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Grannie’s Heilan’ Hame Holiday Park
This campsite is owned and operated by Park Dean Resorts. Close to the beach and other amenities. On site, there’s a whole bunch of things to keep you and the kids entertained. Like other Park Dean resorts there's a bar and restaurant along with a shop for all those essentials.
Facilities:
- Waste and water disposal
- Water access point
- Shower and toilet block
- Launderette
- Baby changing
- Disabled bathroom and facilities
- Shaving area with sockets
- Parking near pitch
Price: From £16
Open: March to October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - Link
Telephone number - 03443352271
Address - Station Rd, Sutherland, Embo, Dornoch IV25 3QD
Google Maps - Link
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Brora Campsites
Brora Caravan Club Site
A great campsite on the Eastside of Scotland. A stone's throw from the beach, it's the perfect location for camping in the Scottish Highlands. With access to the beach and a 5 minute drive into town, where you can get supplies.
If you love wildlife this area will not let you down as you can take a dip in the sea, and go exploring on paddle boards. But if you’re looking for sealife spotting then you could see whales, dolphins and seals. We’ve seen lots of seals when staying around this area.
Facilities:
- BBQs allowed: charcoal, gas, electric
- Disabled facilities: facilities for wheelchair disabled
- Disabled shower room
- Dishwashing area
- Dog area on site
- Dog walk from site
- Drive over waste disposal for motorhomes
- Electric hook-up
- Gas
- Laundry facilities
- Motorhome service point
- Toilet block
- TV reception: fair
- Wi-Fi
Price: from £15.40
Open: March until early November
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.caravanclub.co.uk/club-sites/scotland/highlands/brora-club-campsite/
Telephone number - 01408621479
Address - Dalchalm, Brora KW9 6LP
Google Maps - Link
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Wick Campsites
Wick Caravan and Camping Site
10 mins drive from Reiss Sands and on the NC500 it's a great location to stop over for the night or week. You can take a stroll to the near town of Wick. Here you'll find a harbour with plenty of shops pubs and places to eat. There's also a train station in Wick in case you are travelling by train.
Facilities:
- Internet access
- Toilets
- Drinking water
- Showers
- Water hookups
- Allow pets
Price: from £21
Open: 1 April to 31 October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.wickcampsite.co.uk/
Telephone number - 07563388826
Address - Riverside Drive, Wick, KW1 5SP
Google Maps - Link
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NC500 Campsites on North Coast
John O’Groats Campsites
John O’Groats Caravan and Camping Site
If you’re thinking of travelling to John O’Groats and looking for somewhere to stay for the night, then you can’t get closer than the John O’Groats Caravan and Camping Site. Just a 3-minute walk from the famous John O’Groats signpost. Plus you’re also perfectly placed to jump on a ferry and head off to Orkney. If wildlife is more your thing then you can spot grey seals and dolphins. We’re still to see dolphins on our trips to Scotland.
Facilities:
- EHU
- Wash basins
- Hot Showers
- Hand dryers
- Shaver points (men)
- Hairdryers (ladies)
- Disabled toilet
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Iron
- Hand washing facilities
- Drying area
- Waste disposal
- WiFi available on site
Price:
- Motorhome/ caravan pitch (under 8m) - £20.50
- Motorhome/ caravan pitch (over 8m) - £25.50
- Car and tent pitch - £20.50
- Motorbike and tent pitch - £18.00
- Bicycle and tent pitch - £13.00
- Hiker and tent pitch - £12.00
Prices are based on 1 person – additional fees…
- Extra person over 10 £3.50 each
- Awning £6
- Extra car (max 1 per pitch) £18 (includes 1 person)
- Towed car £10
- Electric Hook up £8.50
- Dump and fill water only (no stay) £11
Open: 1st March to 31st October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.johnogroatscampsite.co.uk/
Telephone number - 01955611329
Address - County Road, John o' Groats, Wick KW1 4YR
Google Maps - Link
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Dunnet Bay Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
Dunnet Bay is a Caravan and Motorhome Club site. Similar to a number of the campsite we’ve listed, this site is next to Dunnet Bay Beach. It’s a 14-minute drive to Thurso where you can stock up on supplies. It’s also only a 20-minute drive from the famous John o’Groats. So you are perfectly placed at this campsite.
Facilities:
- BBQs allowed: charcoal, gas, electric
- Disabled facilities: facilities for wheelchair disabled
- Disabled shower room
- Dishwashing area
- Electric hook-up
- Gas
- Laundry facilities
- Motorhome service point
- Toilet block
- TV reception: good
- Wi-Fi
- EHU
- Gas sold on site
Price:
- From £22.50 PN For Members
- From £37.30 PN For Non Members
Open: March to November
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - Link
Telephone number - 01847 821319
Address - Dunnet, Thurso KW14 8XD
Google Maps - Link
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Thurso Campsites
Thurso Caravan and Campsite
Right next to the beach and with walks on your doorstep, it’s another great location to visit on the NC500. There’s an onsite coffee shop and diner which specialises in burgers and milkshakes along with a great selection of other options. The facility block has free hot showers, a disabled toilet & shower and a dishwashing area. There are also washing machines and tumble dryers and chemical toilet disposal available.
Facilities:
- Hot showers
- Disabled toilet
- Shower
- Dishwashing
- Washing machines
- Tumble dryers
- Chemical toilet disposal
Price:
- Basic Pitch Fee - £14.00
- Occupant Fee - £5.00
- Price for each occupant (added on to the basic pitch fee)
- Electric Hookup - £7.00
Open: April and the start of October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://thursobaycamping.co.uk/
Telephone number - 01847892244
Address - Smith Terrace, Scrabster, Thurso KW14 7JY
Google Maps - Link
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Durness Campsites
Sango Sands
Sango Sands is right next to the beach and has a whole lot to offer. The campsite has toilets, showers, dishwashing, laundry facilities and waste disposal. A notable thing about the campsite location is you can see the Northern Lights. Or go wildlife watching and look out for Whales, Seals and Dolphins. Also, Smoo Cave is only a 3 min drive or 20-minute walk. If adrenaline is more your thing then you’ll want to check out the Zip wire running across our beautiful Ceannabeinne Beach.
In the summer there’s the Oasis Bar from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm daily. Breakfast bar on site selling hot rolls and tea/coffee and a mini supermarket next to the site. There are also opportunities to eat out around Durness.
You can also camp out of season for £12. From mid-November to mid-March you can stay here for £12 with the use of water to fill up with and an electric hook-up. The toilets are closed but the public toilets are available beside the local mini supermarket.
Facilities:
- Toilets
- Shower blocks
- Waste disposal,
- Dishwashing
- Laundry facilities
Price: £18 upwards
Open: Open all year
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - http://www.sangosands.com/
Telephone number - 01971 511222
Address - Sangomore, Durness IV27 4PZ
Google Maps - https://goo.gl/maps/HXuJ1UDRb9qgKhxH7
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NC500 Campsites on West Coast
Scourie Campsites
Scourie Caravan and Camping Campsite
Located in the North Highland Coast, this campsite is situated on an elevated spot at the bay's edge. You can take in the breathtaking coastal vistas that stretch as far as the eye can see. Take a leisurely stroll along the shore footpath that leads to a pristine sandy beach. The campsite boasts well-maintained tarmac and gravel access roads, alongside immaculate grass and hardstanding pitches, some equipped with 10A electric hook-ups. Discover the wonders of Handa, the Geo Park, Cape Wrath, Durness, and the awe-inspiring scenery that surrounds the campsite.
Facilities:
- Showers
- Dishwashing areas
- Water Access
- Waste management
- EHU Available
- BBQ allowed
Price:
- £13 for 1 person and vehicle
- £10 per extra adult
- £4 per child between the ages of 5-15
- Children under 5 free
- £6 Electricity Hook up
Open: April to October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.scouriecampsitesutherland.com/
Telephone number - 07496 366 933
Address - Scourie, Lairg, IV27 4TE
Google Maps - Link
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Lochinver Campsites
Clachtoll Beach Campsite
A stone's throw from the beach this is another awesome campsite to add on your NC500 trip. There are free toilet and shower amenities, including a disabled and family room with baby changing facilities. There are even hair dryers and GHD curling tongs available. Electric hookup is also available. There’s an array of complimentary equipment available for your enjoyment. From kayaks to paddleboards, wetsuits to children's beach games, they’ve got it all.
Facilities:
- Toilet
- Shower
- Electric hookup
- Free use of onsite equipment
- Laundry washers and dryers - £5 per wash and dry
Price:
- Unserviced pitch - £20 per night for one Adult
- Serviced pitch - £25 per night for one Adult
- Additional adults are £6 per night
Open: Open all year
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://www.clachtollbeachcampsite.com/
Telephone number - 01571855377
Address - 134, Clachtoll, Lochinver, Sutherland IV27 4JD
Google Maps - Link
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Achmelvich Bay The Shore Caravan Site
Beautifully located next to Achmelvich Beach, it’s a perfect stop on the NC500. It’s perfectly located for surfing, swimming and rock pooling. If you want more then why not try out some climbing, fishing or even head out and discover Scotland on foot with one of the many walks.
Facilities:
- Hot Showers
- Disabled toilet
- Washing up
- Electric hook-up
- Chemical disposable
- Fill up with water
- 4G WIFI
- Laundrette
- On-site shop
- On-site Fish & Chip Shop
Price: from £15.50 (+pp)
Open: Open April until October
Dog friendly?: No
Website - https://www.shorecaravansite.co.uk/
Telephone number - 01571 844393
Address - Shore Caravan Site 106 Achmelvich Lochinver Sutherland IV27 4JB
Google Maps - Link
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Ullapool Campsites
Broomfield Holiday Park
Broomfield Holiday Park is 60 years old and run by a local family who are still running the site to this day. Only 2-minute walk from the village and set in 12 acres of grass overlooking the Summer Isles and Lochbroom. There are lots to explore, like Knockan Crag, just 20 mins drive north. Go a little further you’ll find The Bone Caves.
Facilities:
- Toilet facilities
- Hot and cold wash basins
- Shaving points
- Free showers
- Hand dryers
- Chemical toilets waste disposal points
- Launderettes washing machines/tumble dryers
- Water standpipes
- Dishwashing facilities
Price:
- Car And Caravan (2 People): £25.00, (Single Adult) £18.00
- Motorhome (2 People): £25.00, (Single Adult) £18.00
- Car And Large Tent (2 People): £25:00, (Single Adult) £18.00
- Car And Small Tent (2 People): £23, (Single Adult) £16
- Motorbike And Tent (2 People): £22, (Single Adult) £15
- Hiker And Tent (2 People): £20.00, (Single Adult) £13
- Electric Hook-Up: £7
Open: April until the end of September
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - http://www.broomfieldhp.com/
Telephone number - (+44) 01854 61 2020
Address - West Lane, Ullapool, Scotland, IV26 2UT
Google Maps - Link
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Badrallach Campsite, Bothy and Holiday Cottage
Badrallach Campsite is near the picturesque shores of Little Loch Broom. With 12 grass pitches, surrounded by wildlife and colourful wildflowers, it's a haven for nature lovers. The site isn’t suitable for caravans or large motorhomes (6 metres and under), tents and small campervans are welcome. Two showers adjoining the male and female toilets. Note the water is filtered and sterilised, but may have a distinctive hue due to peat. Safe to drink.
Facilities:
- Showers
- Toilets
- Drinking Water
Price:
- Adult - £7/night
- Child 2-16 (Under 2's Free) - £3/night
- Car/camper/motorbike - £3/night
- Tent/campervan - £3/night
- Full-length Awning (doorway/porch awnings are free) - £3/night
- Electric Hook-up - £4/night
Open: Open all year round
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://badrallach.com/
Telephone number - +44(0)7719 536 870
Address - Badrallach Campsite, Bothy & Cottage, Croft 9, Badrallach, Dundonnell, Garve IV23 2QP
Google Maps - https://goo.gl/maps/hro5UzdFujnFW4kt8
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Poolewe Campsites
Inverewe Gardens Poolewe Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Set in the peaceful Western Highlands of Scotland. This campsite is a camping and caravan club site and is perfectly placed, with an epic view over Loch Ewe. A perfect place to watch the sunset, one of our favourite things to finish the day off with.
Just a 10-minute walk from The National Trust, Inverewe Gardens, which is free to enter for members. There’s a whole bunch of walks you can take in on your stay. If sea life is more your thing then you can also book a boat cruise and see if you spot whales, seals and dolphins.
Facilities:
- Toilets
- Showers
- Washbasins
- Dishwashing facilities
- Washing Machines
- Pets welcome Club Site
- Wi-fi
- Dedicated accessible facilities
- Backpacker facilities
- Gas cylinders
- Ice pack freezing
Price: From £8.55
Open: End of March to Mid October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - Link
Telephone number - 01445 781249
Address - Inverewe Gardens Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Poolewe, Highlands, IV22 2LF
Google Maps - Link
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Sands Caravan and Camping Park
Right on the coast, which is one of our favourite places to stay near. It’s also close to the town of Poolewe and there are mountains galore to be found. You’re also only around 30 mins drive from the foot of Beinn Eighe.
Locally there’s a little shop that sells fresh bread and groceries. You can also pick up essentials like gas and alcohol. There are laundry facilities and an onsite cafe in peak season. If you have kids there is a playground too.
Facilities:
- Free Wi-Fi is available across most of the site
- Covered indoor cooking and eating area
- Picnic tables
- Games/TV Room
- Play area
- Launching slip
- Dog walking area
- Nearby walks
Facilities on-site include:
- Heated toilet and shower blocks.
- Disabled facilities.
- 135 electric hookups
- Chemical toilet disposal point.
- MH service point.
Price:
- Caravan, Car & two Adults - £27.00
- Tent, Car & two Adults - £26.00
- Motor Caravan & two Adults - £26.00
- Electric Hook up - £6.00
- Extra Tent - £5.00
- Extra Car - £4.00
- Extra Adult (16+) - £9.00
- Children (5+) - £4.00
- Tent, Car & one Adult - £19.00
- Motor Caravan & one Adult - £19.00
- Caravan, Car & one Adult - £20.00
- Motorbike, Tent & one Adult - £13.00
Open: March until the end of October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - http://www.sandscaravanandcamping.co.uk/
Telephone number - 01445 712 152
Address - Sands Caravan & Camping, Gairloch, Wester Ross, IV21 2DL
Google Maps -
Link
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Kinlochewe Campsites
Kinlochewe Caravan Club Site
Camping and caravanning site open to both members and non-members. Set on the foot of Beinn Eighe. Which in itself is a great place to camp as you have a lot of walks and stunning scenery to take in. You’re not too far from local lochs and woodlands.
There’s a licensed shop, small cafe, hotel and petrol station in the local village. So most things are covered when visiting here. It’s also just next to the A896 which if you want an epic Highlands drive, then it’s a must to check out. Again with walks all along that road. You can even find a waterfall on your adventures.
Facilities:
- Accessible Facilities — facilities for wheelchair disabled
- Separate Accessible Shower Room
- Toilet Block
- Wi-Fi
- BBQs Permitted — charcoal, gas, electric
- EHU
- MH Service Point
Price:
- Member - From £19.70 Per Night
- Non-Member - From £34.70 Per Night
Open: Mid-March – November
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - Link
Telephone number - 01445760239
Address - Kinlochewe, Achnasheen IV22 2PA
Google Maps - Link
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Applecross Campsites
Applecross Campsite
Situated in the Mains of Applecross and run and owned by the Goldthorpe family since 1973. It’s just a 5 minutes walk from the Visitor Centre, local pub and Bay area. The campsite has space for 60 tents, motor homes and touring caravans.
With hot showers, a laundry room with a washing machine and a tumble dryer. There is also a payphone, and electric hook-up available on site.
Facilities:
- Hot showers
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
Price: from £15
Open: March to October
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - https://visitapplecross.com/
Telephone number - 01520 744268
Address - Visit Applecross Ltd, Applecross, Strathcarron, Ross-Shire, UK - IV54 8ND
Google Maps - Link
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Strathcarron Campsites
The Wee Campsite
The Wee campsite is open from the start of April and closes for the winter at the end of September. The Wee Campsite is just a 5-minute walk from the local shops & restaurants. The views are beautiful due to the site being in an elevated position. Grass pitches for tents, hardstanding for vans.Electric Hook Up points (EHU) for vans only. There are designated areas with grass pitches for tents and hardstanding spaces for vans. Every van pitch is equipped with an Electric Hook Up point (EHU) for power supply.
Facilities:
- Showers
- Toilets
- Basins
- Wash-up sink
- Drinking water
- Hose to top up your van tank
- Recycling bins
- Food waste
- Glass bottles and jars
- Blue bin for mixed recyclables
- Green bin for non recyclables.
- EHU for vans
Price:
- Each adult £2.50
- Under 14 free
- Large tent or van pitch £10
- Small tent £5
- EHU £5
Open: April till September
Dog friendly?: Yes
Website - http://weecampsite.com/
Telephone number - 07876642355
Address - Croft Rd, Lochcarron, Strathcarron IV54 8YA
Google Maps - Link
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NC500 Campsites Open All Year Round
Travelling the NC500 in low seasons can be amazing as there are far less people travelling the NC500. That does mean that not all the campsites are not open all year round. We’ve selected a few campsite on the NC500 that are open all year round.
- Loch Ness Shores Camping and Caravanning Site
- Port a Bhaigh Campsite
- Ardtower Campsite
- Clachtoll Beach Campsite
- Sango Sands Oasis (limited facilities out of season)
- Badrallach Campsite and Bothy
- Dornoch Firth Caravan Park
- Ferry View Night Stop
- Inver Caravan Park
Waste Disposal points for motorhomes and campervans on the NC500
Getting rid of your grey and black waste can be a bit tricky on the NC500. One thing to note is public toilets are far more available in Scotland than in England. That does not mean that you can get rid of your black waste in these. We’ve seen signs asking people not to empty their waste in toilets. This is due to a number of reasons, one being the toilet systems can’t take this kind of waste and it actually can ruin the system. Another reason to dispose of your waste correctly as we fear more people doing it incorrectly will lead to places being shut down. Here’s a list of places you can dispose of your chemical waste at.
Free for staying guests, charge applies for passing visitors:
- Black Rock Campsite, Evanton
- Beauly Holiday Park, Beauly
- Inver Caravan Park, Dunbeath
- Ferry View Night Stop, Gills Bay
- Dornoch Caravan & Camping Park, Dornoch
- Halladale Inn & North Coast Touring Park, Thurso
- Torvean Caravan Park, Inverness
- Clachtoll beach campsite- west coast
- Fortrose Bay Campsite
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