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Loch Lomond

Cashel Campsite

A family favourite on the loch shore

Perthshire

Braidhaugh Holiday Park

Riverside calm with a hot tub

East Lothian

Thurston Manor

Countryside luxury near Edinburgh

Inverness

Kessock Caravan Park

Gateway to the NC500

Ross-shire

Black Rock Caravan Park

Harry Potter gorge & woodland

Trossachs

Balquhidder Braes

Rob Roy country on your doorstep

Hand-Picked by Emma

These are campsites we've explored and loved โ€” places that have left a real impression. From lochside classics to hidden woodland hideaways, each one has been chosen to help make your Calle Campers adventure truly unforgettable. All distances are from our door in Doune, FK16 6AA.

Nestled on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond, Cashel Campsite holds a very special place in the heart of Calle Campers. This is where Emma's family spent over 40 years โ€” caravan pitched, boat tied up, weekends full of laughter and freedom. It's a place that shaped a love of the outdoors and ultimately inspired everything Calle Campers stands for.

The campsite offers stunning, unobstructed views across the water to the forest-fringed mountains beyond. Wake up to the reflection of Ben Lomond in the still morning loch, have your morning coffee with your feet in the grass and the water just metres away. It's a setting that simply doesn't get old.

Within 40 minutes of Doune, it's ideal for a short break or a base for longer adventures. The surrounding area offers everything from gentle loch-side strolls to the challenge of Ben Lomond โ€” Scotland's most southerly Munro, just 10 minutes from the campsite gates.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Families ๐Ÿ• Dog Friendly ๐Ÿšฃ Water Sports ๐Ÿ”๏ธ Ben Lomond ๐ŸŒ… Loch Views ๐ŸŽ’ Short Breaks

What's Nearby

  • ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
    Ben Lomond โ€” Scotland's most southerly Munro and one of its most rewarding. The summit offers breathtaking panoramic views over Loch Lomond. Trailhead just 10 minutes from the campsite.
  • ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ
    Luss Village โ€” One of Scotland's most picturesque villages, sitting right on the banks of Loch Lomond. Perfect for a wander, an ice cream on the pier and a boat tour. ~10 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿฆˆ
    Lomond Shores, Balloch โ€” Home to the Sea Life Centre, Thornton's Caffรฉ (dog-friendly with inside and outside seating) and a range of shops and restaurants. ~20 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿšฃ
    Loch Lomond on the Water โ€” Boat hire and tours available locally. Paddleboarding and kayaking are popular in the calmer bays near the campsite.
  • ๐ŸŒฟ
    Cashel Forest Walk โ€” A beautiful native woodland trail starting right from the campsite, winding through ancient oaks and birches with loch glimpses throughout.

Campsite at a Glance

From Doune22 miles ยท ~35 mins
LocationEastern shore of Loch Lomond
PitchesGrass & hardstanding available
FacilitiesToilets, showers, laundry
DogsWelcome
EHUAvailable
Best SeasonMarch till the end of October
Emma's TipBook well ahead โ€” fills fast in summer
Cashel campsite Loch Lomond view Ben Lomond

Nestled alongside the banks of the River Earn in the rolling hills of Perthshire, Braidhaugh Holiday Park is one of the closest quality campsites to Doune โ€” just 25 minutes from our door. It offers a tranquil, well-appointed base that strikes the perfect balance between countryside calm and practical convenience.

The site features fully serviced pitches and โ€” for those wanting a more indulgent stay โ€” wood-fired hot tubs that make an evening under the stars truly special. The riverside location gives you direct access to the banks of the Earn, with fishing available for those who enjoy a quiet morning rod in hand.

The charming town of Crieff is within walking distance, offering independent shops, pubs and cafes to explore at your own pace. And for whisky lovers, Glenturret Distillery โ€” Scotland's oldest working distillery โ€” is just a short drive away, making for a wonderfully warming afternoon after a day outdoors.

๐Ÿ› Hot Tubs ๐ŸŽฃ Fishing ๐Ÿฅƒ Whisky ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ Town Access ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Families ๐ŸŒฟ Riverside

What's Nearby

  • ๐Ÿฅƒ
    Glenturret Distillery โ€” Scotland's oldest working distillery, producing The Famous Grouse. Tours, tastings and a wonderful restaurant in beautiful Highland surroundings. ~5 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ
    Crieff Town Centre โ€” A charming Perthshire market town within walking distance of the campsite. Independent shops, great pubs, cafes and a real local atmosphere.
  • ๐ŸŒฟ
    Knock of Crieff โ€” A short woodland walk from the town up to a hilltop viewpoint with sweeping views across Strathearn. Perfect for an afternoon leg stretch.
  • ๐ŸŽฃ
    River Earn Fishing โ€” The river running through the campsite offers excellent fishing. The Earn is a classic Scottish salmon and trout river โ€” rods and permits available locally.
  • ๐Ÿฐ
    Drummond Castle Gardens โ€” One of Scotland's finest formal gardens, set on a dramatic rocky outcrop just south of Crieff. A hidden gem well worth the visit. ~10 mins drive.

Campsite at a Glance

From Doune17 miles ยท ~25 mins
LocationRiver Earn, Crieff, Perthshire
PitchesFully serviced hardstanding
FacilitiesToilets, showers, bar, shop, play area
Hot TubsWood-fired โ€” bookable
DogsWelcome
FishingRiverside โ€” permits available
Emma's TipBook the hot tub in advance โ€” popular!
Braidhaugh park River Earn Crieff

Set on 176 acres of scenic countryside at the foot of the Lammermuir Hills, Thurston Manor Leisure Park is one of Scotland's most well-equipped campervan destinations. It offers a peaceful yet activity-rich base that suits families, couples and everyone in between.

The site features an indoor heated pool and sauna, a fully equipped gym, a fly fishing lake, extensive woodland walks and a children's play zone โ€” making it genuinely one of the most comprehensive campsite experiences in Scotland. Grass and hardstanding pitches are available, and the whole site has a calm, well-managed atmosphere that makes you want to stay longer than planned.

Just a short drive from Dunbar Beach and within easy reach of Edinburgh, Thurston Manor gives you the best of both worlds โ€” rural escape and coastal adventure within the same trip. Cocklawburn Beach is particularly worth visiting for dog walks and paddling on a warm summer's day.

๐ŸŠ Swimming Pool ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Families ๐Ÿ• Dog Friendly ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Beaches ๐ŸŽฃ Fishing ๐Ÿ™๏ธ Near Edinburgh

What's Nearby

  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ
    Cocklawburn Beach โ€” A wonderfully unspoilt stretch of sand and rock pools โ€” perfect for dogs to run wild and for paddling in the sea on a warm day. ~10 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿฐ
    Dunbar โ€” A charming coastal town with a striking harbour, great fish and chips and easy access to the John Muir Way walking trail. ~10 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿ™๏ธ
    Edinburgh โ€” Scotland's magnificent capital is under an hour from the campsite. The Old Town, Arthur's Seat and the Castle are unmissable. ~50 mins drive.
  • ๐ŸŒฟ
    John Muir Country Park โ€” Over 1,600 acres of coastal wilderness named after the famous Scottish-American naturalist. Beaches, dunes and cliffs right on the doorstep. ~15 mins drive.
  • ๐ŸŽฃ
    Fly Fishing Lake on Site โ€” Thurston Manor's own lake offers excellent fly fishing in a peaceful setting. Rods and instruction available on site.

Campsite at a Glance

From Doune58 miles ยท ~1 hr
LocationLammermuir Hills, East Lothian
Site Size176 acres
PitchesGrass & hardstanding
FacilitiesPool, sauna, gym, play area, fishing
DogsWelcome
EHUAvailable
Emma's TipCombine with a day trip to Edinburgh
Thurston Manor East Lothian coast Dunbar beach

Tucked away on the peaceful fringes of the Black Isle, Kessock Caravan Park sits just minutes from Inverness and right at the gateway to the North Coast 500. For anyone planning Scotland's most iconic road trip, this is the ideal base camp โ€” well-positioned, well-run and wonderfully calm.

The site offers spacious hardstanding pitches in a quiet woodland setting with a genuinely dog-friendly atmosphere. It's a place where you can arrive in the afternoon, take a walk along the shore, spot dolphins in the Beauly Firth and be ready to hit the NC500 first thing in the morning โ€” properly rested and ready for adventure.

Chanonry Point on the Black Isle is one of the best places in the UK to see wild bottlenose dolphins from land โ€” particularly on an incoming tide when they hunt salmon close to the shore. It's one of those experiences that stops you completely in your tracks and reminds you just how extraordinary Scotland really is.

๐Ÿฌ Dolphin Watching ๐Ÿ•๏ธ NC500 Start Point ๐Ÿ• Dog Friendly ๐Ÿ™๏ธ Near Inverness ๐ŸŒŠ Coastal Walks ๐ŸŒฟ Woodland

What's Nearby

  • ๐Ÿฌ
    Chanonry Point, Black Isle โ€” One of the UK's finest spots for watching wild bottlenose dolphins from land. Best on an incoming tide. Simply unmissable. ~20 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿ™๏ธ
    Inverness City Centre โ€” The capital of the Highlands offers excellent restaurants, the striking Victorian castle, the River Ness and easy access to Loch Ness. ~5 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿฐ
    Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness โ€” One of Scotland's most dramatic and atmospheric ruined castles, sitting on the banks of the legendary loch. ~25 mins from Kessock.
  • ๐ŸŒŠ
    Fortrose & Rosemarkie โ€” Two charming Black Isle villages with beautiful beaches, great cafes and the stunning Fairy Glen waterfall walk. ~20 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ
    NC500 Start Point โ€” The North Coast 500 officially begins in Inverness. From Kessock you're perfectly positioned to start clockwise through the Black Isle or anticlockwise via Beauly and Strathpeffer.

Campsite at a Glance

From Doune105 miles ยท ~2 hrs
LocationBlack Isle, near Inverness
PitchesSpacious hardstanding
FacilitiesToilets, showers, laundry
DogsVery welcome
EHUAvailable
Best ForNC500 starting point
Emma's TipVisit Chanonry Point at high tide for dolphins
Kessock park Black Isle dolphins Inverness

Tucked into a beautiful woodland setting in Glen Glass near Evanton, Black Rock Caravan and Camping Park is a hidden gem of the Scottish Highlands. It offers fully serviced hardstanding pitches, family-friendly amenities and a wonderfully peaceful riverside atmosphere โ€” just minutes from the A9 and 30 minutes from Inverness.

The star attraction nearby is Black Rock Gorge โ€” a dramatic 121-foot-deep natural canyon carved by the Allt Graad River over millennia. The towering red sandstone walls and eerie echoing depths create a truly otherworldly atmosphere. If the name rings a bell, it should โ€” this is the location used as the Forbidden Forest in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.

It's a campsite that perfectly balances accessibility with adventure. You're close enough to Inverness for supplies and civilisation, but far enough into the Highlands to feel genuinely remote. The woodland setting, birdsong and river sounds make it one of the most atmospheric places to park up and stay a while.

๐ŸŽฌ Harry Potter ๐ŸŒฒ Woodland ๐Ÿž๏ธ Gorge Walking ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Families ๐Ÿ• Dog Friendly ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ NC500 Access

What's Nearby

  • ๐Ÿž๏ธ
    Black Rock Gorge โ€” A 121-foot-deep natural canyon of towering red sandstone walls and ancient river-carved rock. The filming location for Harry Potter's Forbidden Forest. A short walk from the site.
  • ๐ŸŽฃ
    River Glass โ€” The river running through the glen offers excellent fishing in a truly wild Highland setting. A peaceful way to spend a morning or afternoon.
  • ๐Ÿ™๏ธ
    Inverness โ€” The Highland capital is just 30 minutes away, offering great restaurants, supermarkets, the castle and access to Loch Ness. Easy day trip from the campsite.
  • ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
    Ben Wyvis โ€” A Munro rising to 1,046m to the northwest, offering a challenging and rewarding day walk with stunning views across the Cromarty Firth and beyond. ~20 mins drive to trailhead.
  • ๐Ÿฌ
    Cromarty Firth โ€” One of Scotland's great sea lochs, home to bottlenose dolphins, grey seals and spectacular birdlife. The charming town of Cromarty is well worth a visit. ~20 mins drive.

Campsite at a Glance

From Doune118 miles ยท ~2 hrs 10 mins
LocationGlen Glass, near Evanton, Ross-shire
PitchesFully serviced hardstanding
FacilitiesHot showers, play area, laundrette
DogsWelcome
EHUAvailable
Harry PotterForbidden Forest filmed nearby
Emma's TipVisit the gorge at dusk โ€” truly magical
Black Rock park Black Rock Gorge Highland woodland

Balquhidder Braes is one of the closest quality campsites to Doune and one of the most special. Sitting within the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park โ€” an area of outstanding natural beauty โ€” the park occupies a stunning position one mile south of Loch Earn, surrounded by the dramatic Highland landscape of the Braes o' Balquhidder. Just 30 minutes from our door, it feels a world away.

This is genuine Rob Roy country. The legendary Scottish outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor is buried just down the road at Balquhidder Kirkyard, alongside his wife and two sons โ€” a place that draws visitors from around the world and carries a real sense of history and place. The surrounding glens and mountains were his home, and wandering them today you begin to understand why he fought so hard to keep them.

The park itself is small, friendly and family-run โ€” the kind of site where the owners actually care. Wildlife is everywhere: red squirrels, deer, otters, osprey and wild orchids are all regularly spotted on and around the site. For those wanting a more indulgent stay, hot tub log cabins are available with wrap-around balcony views across the Highland landscape.

๐Ÿฟ๏ธ Wildlife ๐Ÿ”๏ธ Munros ๐Ÿด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ Rob Roy History ๐Ÿ• Dog Friendly ๐Ÿ› Hot Tubs ๐ŸŒฟ National Park

What's Nearby

  • ๐Ÿด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ
    Balquhidder Kirkyard โ€” Rob Roy's Grave โ€” The final resting place of Scotland's most famous outlaw, buried alongside his wife and sons in the village churchyard. A genuinely moving and atmospheric spot. ~5 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
    Ben More & Stob Binnein โ€” Two magnificent Munros rising to over 3,800ft, accessible from Balquhidder. Among the most rewarding hill days in the southern Highlands. ~15 mins to trailhead.
  • ๐Ÿ’ง
    Loch Voil & Loch Earn โ€” Two beautiful lochs within minutes of the campsite. Loch Voil is one of Scotland's quietest and most unspoilt โ€” perfect for a peaceful morning walk along the shore.
  • ๐ŸŒฟ
    Rob Roy Way โ€” A 127km long-distance walking route passing right through the area, connecting Drymen to Pitlochry through some of Scotland's finest Highland scenery. Day sections are perfect from the campsite.
  • ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ
    Callander โ€” The charming gateway town to the Trossachs, just 20 minutes away. Great independent cafes, shops, the Hamilton Toy Collection and easy access to the Trossachs hills. ~20 mins drive.
  • ๐Ÿšฃ
    Loch Earn Water Sports โ€” One of Scotland's premier water sports locations, offering wakeboarding, water skiing, paddleboarding and kayaking on the loch. ~5 mins from the campsite.

Campsite at a Glance

From Doune19 miles ยท ~30 mins
LocationLochearnhead, Trossachs National Park
PitchesGrass, hardstanding & log cabins
FacilitiesToilets, showers, shop, play area
Hot TubsAvailable in log cabins
DogsWelcome (ยฃ10/pet/night in cabins)
EHUAvailable
CampfiresAllowed in designated areas
Emma's TipWatch for red squirrels at dawn โ€” they're magical
Balquhidder Braes Loch Earn Rob Roy country

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