Camping in Argyll
This guide covers camping in Argyll, including the western shores of Loch Lomond and onto the Cowal Peninsula. Check our other guide if you're looking to camp on the eastern side.
campsites:
Let’s start with a list of the campsites, each one has a link to book and also a map.
Luss Caravan & Campsite - good facilities and loch views (see map below).
Glenloin House Campsite - at Arrochar at the Head of Loch Long. Great location for exploring Arrochar, or climbing The Cobbler, see map below
Ardlui Campsite - part of Ardlui Hotel and Marina, great Lochside access. If you’re walking the West Highland Way you can take the Ardlui Ferry from Ardeish to camp here.
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Camping Pitches
There are camping pitches available to be pre-booked from the National Park.
The ones in Argyll are:
Loch Long: Coilessan (close to Arrochar, by Ardgartan) - see map
Loch Lomond: Culag (beach on the Western Shores of Loch Lomond) - see map
Loch Lomond: Firkin Point (on the Western Shores, with toilets and car park nearby) - see map
Loch Lomond: Inveruglas (close to the pyramid with toilets) - see map
Loch Lomond: Suie field (3km north of Luss) - see map
Loch Lomond: Tarbet Isle (5 mins walk from car park) - see map
More Options
There is camping close to the long sandy beach at Ardentinny (picture at top of page) which has toilets and at Jubilee Point on Loch Eck (no facilities.) Please camp responsibly and take all your rubbish with you.
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