Best campsites in Argyll: 7 top picks for 2026

The best campsites in Argyll offer a remarkable range of landscapes, from sheltered sea lochs and sandy bays to quiet glens and ancient woodland. This guide covers 7 of the top campsites in Argyll, chosen from across the region and rated consistently well by Camplify's community of owners and hirers. Argyll is roughly two hours from Glasgow, making it one of Scotland's most accessible stretches of genuinely wild country.

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Camplify trip data shows that Argyll draws a broad mix of travellers: families chasing beach days on Kintyre, couples on longer touring loops, and solo adventurers using the region as a launchpad for the islands. Most hirers pick up from local owners in Glasgow or the surrounding area, then head northwest through Loch Lomond and Argyll's Forest Park before spreading out across the peninsula.If you're mapping out a broader Scottish road trip, our guides to the 5 best Oban campsites and 5 best Loch Lomond campsites sit naturally alongside this one.

Argyll campsites along the Cowal Peninsula and Crinan coast

Argyll Caravan Park

Argyll Caravan Park sits on the southern edge of Inveraray, with loch views that more than justify the drive up from Glasgow. The park occupies a generous, well-maintained site beside Loch Fyne, and the pitches closest to the water are the ones to request when booking.

Popular among Camplify travellers, this is the most consistently recommended campsite in Argyll across the platform's community. The facilities are solid throughout: electric hook-up across the site, modern shower blocks, a motorhome service point, and a well-stocked reception. Inveraray itself is a ten-minute walk away, with Inveraray Castle, good local seafood, and the jail museum all worth a morning of your time.

Families with dogs rate it highly. The site is openly pet friendly, and the grassy pitches give dogs room to move. Bank holiday camping here books up fast, particularly over the summer school holidays, so plan ahead if you're visiting between late June and August.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 55 miles from Glasgow city centre (around 1 hour 20 minutes)

• Best for: Families, couples, dog owners, first-time tourers

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, motorhome service point, shower block, laundry, pet friendly

• Book ahead: July and August, all bank holiday weekends

Glendaruel Caravan & Camping Park

Glendaruel Caravan & Camping Park occupies a sheltered valley on the Cowal Peninsula, with the River Ruel running along the site boundary. The setting is quiet in a way that feels earned rather than remote: you're still within reach of civilisation, but the glen muffles the outside world effectively.

Hirers who've stayed here rate it for the sense of calm it offers. The site suits those who want to slow down rather than tick off attractions, with woodland walks directly accessible from the pitch. Hardstanding pitches are available for motorhomes, and the electric hook-up provision is reliable. Camplify owners who know the Cowal area suggest arriving with provisions, as the nearest shop is a short drive away.

This is a smaller, family-run park, which shows in the level of care taken over the grounds. Dog friendly throughout, with good access to the surrounding hills for rambling.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 65 miles from Glasgow (around 1 hour 40 minutes via the A815)

• Best for: Couples, nature lovers, those wanting a quieter experience

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, hardstanding pitches, pet friendly, riverside setting

• Book ahead: July, August, and the May bank holiday weekend

Ardfern Motorhome Park

The working village of Ardfern, on the shore of Loch Craignish, is the kind of place you discover by taking the slower road and deciding not to leave. Ardfern Motorhome Park is a dedicated motorhome site in this setting, with pitches that look out over the loch and the islands beyond.

Well-rated by the Camplify community, particularly among motorhome hirers who want a quieter alternative to the larger touring parks. The site is purpose-built for motorhomes, so the service facilities are well-considered: motorhome service point, electric hook-up on all pitches, and a clean, practical layout. Ardfern Yacht Centre is adjacent, and the Galley of Loch Fyne restaurant is within easy walking distance for an evening meal.

Ardfern is a natural stopping point on a Crinan coast loop, and pairs well with a visit to the Crinan Canal and Kilmartin Glen's prehistoric standing stones, both within thirty minutes. If you're planning a longer touring route through western Scotland, the 11 best NC500 campsites for motorhomes guide covers what lies further north.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 90 miles from Glasgow (around 2 hours via the A816)

• Best for: Motorhome hirers, couples, wildlife watchers

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, motorhome service point, loch views, pet friendly

• Book ahead: Late June through August

Camping in Argyll: Benderloch, Kintyre, and the mid-peninsula

North Ledaig Caravan Park

North Ledaig Caravan Park sits on the shores of Loch Etive near Connel, just north of Oban, with Beinn Cruachan rising across the water. The pitch quality here is high, with a mix of hardstanding and grass options, many with direct loch frontage.

A go-to for Camplify regulars heading to the Oban area, North Ledaig works particularly well for families and groups. The facilities are comprehensive: electric hook-up throughout, a well-maintained shower block, a camp kitchen area, laundry facilities, and good motorhome service provision. The park is openly dog friendly, with a dedicated dog walk area along the shore. Connel village is a short drive away for supplies, and Oban itself is under ten miles south.

Hirers who've made this a base camp rate it for its flexibility: sea kayaking and boat hire are accessible nearby, and the Connel Bridge and Falls of Lora are worth a look at high tide. Camplify owners in the area suggest booking the lochside pitches specifically, as the inland pitches, while comfortable, don't carry the same views.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 90 miles from Glasgow (around 2 hours via the A82 and A85)

• Best for: Families, groups, dog owners, those touring near Oban

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, hardstanding pitches, motorhome service point, laundry, camp kitchen, dog friendly

• Book ahead: All of July and August, and the spring bank holiday

Carradale Bay Caravan Park

On the east coast of the Kintyre Peninsula, Carradale Bay Caravan Park has one of the more dramatic positions of any campsite in Argyll: pitches set back from a wide sandy bay, with views across Kilbrannan Sound to the Isle of Arran.

The beach itself is the draw. It's wide, relatively uncrowded even in high summer, and accessible directly from the site. Families return year after year for that reason, and the park reflects this with a well-organised layout, electric hook-up, a play area, and a small shop on site. The village of Carradale is a short walk away, with a harbour worth visiting at low tide.

Recommended by owners who know Kintyre well, this site rewards those willing to make the journey down the peninsula. Carradale is not a quick detour; it takes commitment to get there. Travellers consistently say that commitment is paid back by the setting and the relative peace of the bay, even in peak season.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 120 miles from Glasgow (around 2 hours 30 minutes via Tarbert)

• Best for: Beach-loving families, Kintyre explorers, longer-stay hirers

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, on-site shop, play area, beach access, pet friendly

• Book ahead: School summer holidays (late June to late August)

Best campsites in Argyll: the mid-peninsula and Loch Fyne

Lochgilphead Caravan Park

Lochgilphead Caravan Park is positioned at the head of Loch Gilp, with the town of Lochgilphead on the doorstep. This is a practical, well-run site that suits tourers using the town as a central base for the mid-Argyll area.

Recommended among Camplify travellers for its convenience rather than its drama. Kilmartin Glen, with its remarkable concentration of Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments, is under ten miles north. The Crinan Canal towpath is walkable from the site. For hirers who want to explore Argyll's historical landscape without driving long distances each day, this site's central location makes good sense. Electric hook-up is available, and the facilities are clean and well-maintained.

The site is pet friendly and welcomes dogs, with the canal towpath offering a ready-made route for morning walks. A useful mid-point if you're travelling between the Cowal Peninsula and Kintyre.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 85 miles from Glasgow (around 2 hours via the A83)

• Best for: History enthusiasts, couples, practical tourers, mid-Argyll exploration

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, showers, pet friendly, town access

• Book ahead: July and August weekends

Strathlachlan Caravan Park

Set on the eastern shore of Loch Fyne in the Strathlachlan area, Strathlachlan Caravan Park offers a quieter, more off-grid camping feel than the larger parks further north on the loch. The setting is decidedly rural, with farmland and woodland surrounding the site and limited light pollution after dark.

The Camplify community knows this one as a site for those who mean it. It's not the place for hirers wanting full facilities and a camp kitchen; it's the place for those who want to sit outside in the evening and hear very little except water and wind. The facilities are functional and honest: electric hook-up on serviced pitches, clean shower provision, and a straightforward, well-kept site.

Strathlachlan is particularly well-suited to couples on longer tours who want to break from the more popular parks. Camplify owners familiar with this stretch of Loch Fyne suggest pairing a stay here with a visit to Castle Lachlan, the ruined stronghold visible across the bay, and an early morning walk up into the hills behind the site.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 60 miles from Glasgow (around 1 hour 30 minutes via the A815)

• Best for: Couples, off-grid campers, those seeking a quieter experience on Loch Fyne

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, showers, pet friendly, hardstanding available

• Book ahead: August and the July school holiday period

More camping destinations nearby

Argyll sits at the heart of Scotland's west coast, and the surrounding region is equally rich in campsite options. These guides cover destinations that pair naturally with an Argyll tour.

• Best campsites in Scotland – a broader guide to top camping across the whole country, from the Borders to the far north

• Best campsites in the Scottish Highlands – for those continuing north from Argyll into the dramatic Highland interior

• Best campsites on the Isle of Skye – a logical extension for any west coast touring loop heading towards the islands

• Best campsites at Loch Lomond – the natural starting point for most Glasgow-based hirers heading into Argyll

• Best campsites on the NC500 – for those planning a full north-coast circuit after finishing their Argyll route

Plan your Argyll campsite trip with Camplify

The best campsites in Argyll fill up quickly, particularly over the school summer holidays and bank holiday weekends. Pick up a campervan or caravan from a local Camplify owner and you're on the road without the faff of a depot or a long drive to collect a vehicle. Browse available campervans and caravans and find the right vehicle for your Argyll adventure.