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92%

would recommend

Glencoe, Highlands, Scotland

HIGHLY RATED

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Red Squirrel Campsite is perfect for families, adventure seekers and hikers. Wild open pitches allow you to have the freedom to pick and choose your pitch. There is a pub just a 15 minute walk from the site. Either a short drive, or woodland walk into the village are a few more restaurants and a local shop.

Why you'll love it at Red Squirrel Campsite


Riverside wild camping with breathtaking views over the River Coe and nearby mountains

Onsite food kiosk selling breakfast and dinner at the weekends as well as coffees and ice creams too

Family and dog friendly camping with lots nearby including Ben Nevis just 40 minutes away

About the site


Experience camping in Glencoe, where you will discover Scotland's wildlife and some of the most beautiful scenery this country has to offer with breathtaking mountain views and riverside spots. You can set up base in one of over 100 non designated grass pitches or in head in amongst the woodlands. Some are even on the banks of the picturesque River Coe. They space is perfect for campervans or tents for a true camping feel. Enjoy the onsite ice cream and coffee truck, perfect for your morning brew or afternoon sweet treat! For those looking to explore, this rural spot in the Highlands has plenty to do nearby including waterfalls, trails and the UK's highest peak - Ben Nevis (40 minutes). Campfires and BBQs are allowed and help to achieve that authentic camping experience. Please do not make your own fire pit and keep personal fire pits off the grass. Dogs are welcome onsite at no extra cost.

"This was the best campsite we stayed at on our trip! Everything was top-notch"

Rachel W

"Absolute gem of a campsite. The location is in one of the most awe-inspiring places on the planet"

Pam D

"The birds singing, woodpeckers, owls having a chat at night, all adds to the sense of the outdoors"

Marcel K

"Phenomenal! Immediately upon entering the campsite we were welcomed with open arms and huge smiles"

Stephanie D

"Combines the fun and freedom of wild camping, with the safety and ease of a campsite just perfectly"

River M

Red Squirrel Campsite is open all year round.

Visit Scotland (3 Star)Tripadvisor cert. of Excellence

Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Adult only

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Fires allowed

Shop

Showers

Toilets

WiFi

Near pub

Open year round

Peaceful

Facilities include men's and women's toilets and showers and washing up sinks. There is free WiFi for you to use, best near the office or WiFi hut.

Just Good Food food truck will be onsite most weekend serving breakfast and dinner. For other meals, the closest pub is Glencoe Inn a 15 minute walk away. For food shops, there's a Village Stores a five minute drive or a Co-op ten minutes away.


A note from the site themselves...

We love the site and location and hope when you camp here with us, you feel the same way. We pride ourselves on our hospitality, warm welcome, information and friendly staff.


Map and address

Park address

Red Squirrel Campsite,

Old Glencoe Road, Glencoe, Highlands, Scotland, PH49 4HX

Coordinates

56.6699, -5.0692 | NN 11 57

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Red Squirrel Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 100 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

100 x Non Electric Wild Pitches

Max 12 people

Pitches without electric to suit tents and small campervans. Spread out on grass, amongst woodland and riverside.


Red Squirrel Campsite reviews

92%

would recommend

Overall
4.8
Location
5
Value for money
4.79
Service
4.92
Facilities
4.63
Cleanliness
4.69

lovely location

Michelle D

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VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Wild PitchesApr 2025

I wish I had arrived earlier My dates for this site was not a good one against the British weather. It was really windy and raining. I can do rain but not with wind. Once I set up I stayed in my campervan. The next morning g I went for a dog walk and could see some camping disasters due to the high winds. Showers are clean tidy and spacious Food shack on site for cuppas and lovely bacon sarnies. I will be back again later in the year

Convenient location

Lee C

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Wild PitchesApr 2025

Great site with everything you need to have a relaxing break in Glen Coe. Convenient location to the mountains and Fort William among other attractions.

Worth every penny

Michelle M

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Wild PitchesApr 2025

Fantastic place with lovely facilities and even lovlier people working there. We had the best time and can say we've truly found our new go-to campsite.

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 2pm to 9pm. Departure is due before 11am on your last day.

Of course, all well behaved pets are welcome as long as you please clean up after them! Do also remember that the site is home to deer, sheep and goats in the area so please keep them on a lead.

Yes, they are both allowed but must be raised off the ground and open fires must only be in existing fire circles or your own raised fire pit.

Yes, groups are welcome and the site wants everyone to have a great time! With that in mind please do respect other campers and do not disturb them.

Yes, all are allowed, free of charge!

Sorry, you are not allowed to park on the grass but you can park on the gravel nearby.

Yes, there is free WiFi for guests to use. Please note, that it works best near the office or WiFi hut.

The Just Good Food truck is available most weekends, serving breakfast and dinner. For other meals, the closest option is Glencoe Inn, just a 15 minute walk away.

Lorne Drive Road End bus stop is a five minute drive away. The nearest train station is Bridge of Orchy which is a 45 minute drive away.

Yes, the site operates a quiet policy between 11pm and 7am.

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Things to do on site and in the Glencoe area

There are numerous walk near the site, and short drives open up your options for walk further a field. Hagrid's Hut is only a short two minute walk away, as is Signal Rock. The iconic Ben Nevis mountain - the highest in the UK - is just a 40 minute drive and is a must for avid explorers.

The nearest sea pier at Glencoe is a ten minute drive away for those who want to watch the waves and there is lashings of remote and beautiful Highland countryside. Grey mares tail waterfall is a lovely spot, and is reachable by car in 20 minutes

Other nearby points of interest:

  • 3 Sisters (10 minutes)
  • Glen Etive (15 minutes)
  • National Titles Nature Reserve (20 minutes)
  • Cuil Bay (25 minutes)
  • Steale Falls, Glen Nevis (50 minutes)
The listing for Red Squirrel Campsite was last updated on April 23rd, 2025 at 3:21 PM

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