Discover the best campsites near Durness

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Badrallach Campsite

12 units · Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Ross and Cromarty, Highlands

Where the end of the road is the start of your adventure

The Loft Glamping & Camping

12 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Kinloss, Scotland

The Loft Glamping & Camping is situated at East Grange Farm, Kinloss, Moray. It 's a working farm that has evolved over the years to include Wigwam Glamping and Camping for campervans, motorhomes and tents. A number of the old farm buildings are also perfectly appointed as venue spaces for Weddings, Events and Workshops. The "wilderness" campsite offers pitches suitable for tents and small campervans whilst the Stackyard area is suitable for motorhomes and mega tents. All motorhome pitches have electrical hook-up and we have a good number of electric tent pitches. Unfortunately we do not take bookings for caravans. Onsite, we also have Original Wigwam cabins which are wooden camping cabins (Pods) that offer all year round protection against the elements. With heating, electricity, fridge, kettle and toasters. For those wanting a bit more luxury there are also ensuite Wigwam Cabins onsite with wood fired hot tubs. We welcome families, groups, well behaved dogs and do allow campfires outside the wigwams and at pitches and can provide fire hubs on the campsite (this must be pre-arranged). The Loft Glamping & Camping looks forward to welcoming you throughout the year!

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Sinclair Bay Lodges

4 units · Glamping8 acres · Wick, Scotland

Luxury seafront glamping pods with private patio and jaccuzi. Fully equipped kitchenette with fridge freezer and en-suite shower room. All bedding, towels, cutlery and cookware are included. We have a bike shed on site and private parking for cars. Located on the John O'Groats trail and NC500 route.

Doigh Nadair

4 units · Tents30 acres · Scotland

We are a recently purchased family run croft with ponies, pigs, sheep, goats, ducks, and hens. A rural setting within walking distance of the village of Lairg. We do not allow dogs as your camping pitch will be visited by our hens and you will be surrounded on one side by our ponies and the other by our goats and sheep. If you would like to include some time with our animals during your visit please get in touch and let us know. We will be around during your stay carrying out day to day tasks on the croft. A few patches of mown grass, a few sensible rules and two toilet sheds (each with porta potti and sink with cold water) are just about all that separate Doigh Nadair from a wild camping pitch. It’s simple stuff: if you’re someone who loves the idea of wild camping, but aren’t quite ready to head into the highlands with a backpack, then this place is for you. It’s somewhere to enjoy the outdoors in all its glory with the basics taken care of, thanks to a thoughtful owner. The owners Kirsteen and Leon are happy to share their journey so far to off grid life and the animals who used to be part of the petting farm they ran in Speyside before they moved. We’re not just talking about the pretty views of the hills surrounding Lairg but the fact that this land has been left relatively untouched for a number of years. The croft is quite biodiverse and Leon and Kirsteen would like to keep it that way. As a result, the few campers who are allowed on site at any one time are asked to exercise a light touch. The whole site is off grid so don’t expect electric hook up. There is water, but self-sufficiency is important here so you’ll need to come prepared. Having said that, there are usually a few farm-fresh eggs for sale, but for more than that you’ll need to head to the nearby village of Lairg where there is a pub, restaurant, take away, spar and a costcutter. The site is not quite seaside, lochside, mountainside or wild — but it’s satisfyingly close to all of these.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Campsites near Durness guide

Overview

In the far northwest of Scotland, the Highland village of Durness, in Sutherland, offers a far-flung getaway. It’s surrounded by dramatic landscapes, including Smoo Cave, a spectacular sea cave, which can be explored by boat or foot. Hillwalkers and mountain climbers can take advantage of the steep cliffs and challenging trails, while the rocky coastline and pristine, white-sand beaches offer opportunities for more gentle strolls and wildlife-spotting. The village is a popular stop along the North Coast 500 long-distance driving route. If you decide to stay the night in the area, you can take your pick from wild camping in nature to parking in a well-equipped caravan park.

Where to go

Sango Sands

Perched on the cliff tops above Sango Sands Beach, Sango Sands Oasis Camping and Caravan site offers stunning views over the sea and the chance to spot whales, seals and dolphins. The site has pitches with electric hookup and non-electric pitches for motorhomes/caravans and tents and has plenty of facilities, including its own restaurant with great food and whiskies.

Kinlochbervie

Twenty-nine kilometres southwest of Durness, community-run Kinlochbervie Loch Clash Campervan Stopover has a handful of spaces for campervans and motorhomes overlooking the loch. The pitches cannot be booked in advance and fees are paid at the store nearby. A 10-minute drive further north, Shegra Beach Honour Campsite is an informal site for tents and motorhomes offering an experience close to wild camping.

Skail

At 70 km away, it’s a bit of a distance from Durness but Skail is home to a particularly appealing glamping option. Wee Hoose is located on a working croft, just a few miles off the North Coast 500. Glamping pods are en-suite, include a Scottish breakfast, and have views of Ben Kilbreck mountain, which energetic visitors can summit.

When to go

For long days, and your best chance of good weather, visiting between May and August is your best bet. However, this is also the busiest tourist season along the North Coast 500 route and you may find that roads are busy and campsites fill up early. September or October is a good alternative as the biggest crowds will have gone and the hills will be covered in purple heather. Similarly, April is a good time to see blooming gorse flowers.

Know before you go

If choosing to wild camp, be sure to adhere to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
The village of Durness has a well stocked mini supermarket with an ATM and a gas station.
Biting midges are a persistent problem in the summer. Pack long sleeves and repellent.