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Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park

Callander, Perthshire, Scotland

Callander, Perthshire, Scotland

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Balquhidder Braes Touring Park is a peaceful site in the heart of Perthshire in the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. The site offers non electric grass pitches for tents and electric hardstanding pitches for tourers, campervans and motorhomes. Located opposite the Rob Roy Way and The National Cycle Route 7, with Loch Earn, Loch Lubnaig and Loch Voil within a ten minute drive, it's an ideal base for exploring the Scottish Highlands.

Why choose Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park


Peaceful, family run camping and touring in the Highlands with a play area and onsite wildlife

In the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with walking, hiking and cycling routes nearby

Several Lochs for watersports within ten minutes, 30 minutes to Auchingarrich Wildlife Park

About the site


Set in the heart of stunning Perthshire countryside and the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, this family-run park offers a peaceful base for your Highland escape. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and fresh mountain air, the site is a great pick for a relaxing break, a touring adventure, or reconnecting with nature. Campers can pitch on a non electric tent pitch, suitable for all tents except trailer tents. Measuring 7m by 8m, these pitches allow multiple tents per pitch, as long as they fit within the pitch size. There are also electric hardstanding pitches for tourers, campervans and motorhomes, measuring 7m by 8m, with 16 amp electric and water. Pricing for these varies depending on how close the pitch is to the facilities. In a great location, the campsite sits directly opposite the famous Rob Roy Way and The National Cycle Route 7, making it an excellent stop for walkers, cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts. There are also three Lochs within a ten minute drive, perfect for watersports such as paddleboarding, kayaking, wakeboarding, and even swimming. The Highlands are a haven for outdoor adventures, nearby peaks such as Ben Vorlich offer a rewarding climb with spectacular views of the National Park. The park is also surrounded by wildlife - spot red squirrels, deer, otters and osprey around the site. Rare wild orchid flowers can also be found here, too! There are also luxury lodges, static caravans and seasonal pitches onsite. Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a lead at all times. BBQs are allowed, but must be raised off the ground.

Open from 6 March to 31 October.


What facilities are at Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Caravan storage

Electric hookups

Gas exchange

Kids playground

Peaceful

Wash up area

Water hookups

Facilities include a toilet and shower block and washing up area, as well as a fresh water supply direct from the site's own Perthshire spring.

There is also a children's playground and WiFi coverage across the full site, with WiFi vouchers available to purchase for a small nightly fee.

For picking up essential items, a five minute drive away is the Strathyre Village Shop and Post Office. For larger shops, there is both a Co-op and Tesco Express a 20 minute drive away.

Just across the road, you'll find the Golden Larches Café, ideal for coffee, homemade bakes, and light meals. A 25 minute stroll brings you to the popular Mhor 84, well known for its relaxed atmosphere and excellent food.



There are 11 accommodation options on-site

Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 5 people

Non electric grass pitches for tents, measuring 7m by 8m. Multiple tents are allowed on the pitch, as long as they fit within the pitch dimensions. There is space for a car alongside, but note that awnings, gazebos and pup tents are not allowed.

10 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Gravel hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric hook-up and water, measuring 7m by 8m. Suitable for touring caravans, campervans and motorhomes, with space for an awning and a car to park alongside.


Interested in staying at Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park?

Unfortunately Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.


*Check-in 3pm until 7pm. Please register at reception and present ID upon arrival.

*Check out by 11am.

*Pitch only in your designated space.

*Quiet time is from 10:00pm to 8:00am. Please keep noise, music, and conversations to a respectful level at all times.

*The site caters for families and couples only. No Hen or Stag parties are allowed.

*A strict 5 mph speed limit applies throughout the park.

*One vehicle per pitch unless otherwise agreed.

*No vehicle movement during quiet hours unless essential.

*No open ground fires.

*Raised fire pits and BBQs must be kept off the grass and never left unattended. Please dispose of ashes safely once fully cooled.

*Please leave toilets, showers, and wash areas clean and tidy.

*Children must be supervised at all times.

*Only dispose of chemical waste at the designated Elsan point.

*Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. Please clean up after your dog immediately.

*Dogs are prohibited from the main facilities and amenities.

*Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act and Staffordshire bull terriers, American Staffordshire terriers, Rottweilers, any Mastiffs or Tosas are not allowed.

*Dispose of all waste in the designated bins.

*Please recycle where possible.

*Respect fellow guests' privacy and space.

*Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated. Guests who do not follow these rules may be asked to leave the park.


A note from the site themselves...

Welcome to Balquhidder Braes Touring Park. We're delighted to have you stay with us and hope you enjoy the peace, scenery, and fresh Highland air that make this area so special.

Our aim is to provide a quiet, relaxed environment for all guests. With the Rob Roy Way just across the road, and great local spots like Mhor 84 and the Golden Larches Café nearby, we hope you take time to explore and enjoy everything Balquhidder has to offer.

If you need anything during your stay, please don't hesitate to let us know.

We wish you a relaxing and enjoyable visit.

Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park is ideal for...

Couples
Older children (13+)
Peace and quiet
Young children

Things to do on site and in the Callander area

The park is in a great location to explore the very best of the Scottish Highlands. Whether you're looking for adventure or a gentle day out, there's something for everyone nearby.

For walking and hiking, you can step straight onto the Rob Roy Way, located directly opposite the park. From gentle lochside strolls to more challenging hill walks, Balquhidder Glen offers breathtaking scenery at every turn (five minutes). For experienced walkers, nearby peaks such as Ben Vorlich provide rewarding climbs with spectacular Highland views.

Quiet country roads and scenic routes, as well as being opposite The National Cycle Route 7, make this an excellent base for cycling, too.

Explore nearby Lochs, including Loch Earn and Loch Lubnaig (five minutes), Loch Voil (ten minutes) and Loch Lubnaig (20 minutes), perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, fishing, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Other local activities include:

  • Auchingarrich Wildlife Park (30 minutes)
  • Blair Drummond Safari Park (35 minutes)
  • Queen Elizabeth Forest Park (40 minutes)
  • The Scottish Crannog Centre (40 minutes)
  • The Battle of Bannochburn Visitor Centre - National Trust for Scotland (50 minutes)

Interested in staying at Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park?

Unfortunately Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

The listing for Balquhidder Braes Holiday Park was last updated on March 12th, 2026 at 12:20 PM

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