Glentrool Camping and Caravan Site
Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
This remote and quiet spot is the only campsite in the Galloway Forest Park and the UK's first Dark Sky Park. All facilities are modern and maintained to a high standard for both tents and tourers. And you're staying at the perfect base camp for outdoor thrills, set close to the Southern Upland Way and 7Stanes Mountain Biking Trails. In reach of the Robert the Bruce stone, Merrick Trail and more.
About the site
This is a quiet campsite, and it's the perfect place to rest and relax in between exploring the 300 square miles of rugged, breathtaking landscapes in the park, which are home to a wide variety of wildlife. It's set on the edge of Britain's largest forest the Galloway Forest Park, famous as a Dark Sky Park with fantastic stargazing. There are 14 large, hardstanding pitches for caravans and motorhomes, all with electricity available, plus non electric and electric tent pitches. There are also holiday static caravans available to hire - perfect for family holiday breaks.
Open all year
There are 5 accommodation options on-site
Grass Backpacker Tent Pitches with Optional Electric
Max 4 people
Grass pitches measuring 10m x 10m with an optional 16 amp electric hook up for backpacker tents only. WiFi is available at pitches.
Grass Tent Pitches with Optional Electric (Medium)
Max 4 people
Grass pitches 10m x 10m with an optional 16 amp electric hook up and a chemical disposal point. Suitable for tents and trailer tents only. WiFi is available at the pitches.
Grass Tent Pitches with Optional Electric (Large)
Max 8 people
Unallocated grass pitches with an optional 16 amp electric hook up and a chemical disposal point. Suitable for tents and trailer tents. WiFi is available at pitches.
Hardstanding Touring Pitches with Optional Electric
Max 8 people
Hardstanding pitches measuring 10m x 8m with an optional 16 amp electric hook up and chemical disposal point. Suitable for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and trailer tents only. WiFi is avaialble at pitches.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Glentrool Camping and Caravan Site?
Unfortunately Glentrool Camping and Caravan Site 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.
Site rules and policies
* Check-in from 1pm to anytime. Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible.
*Check out by 12pm on the day of your departure.
*Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
*The toilet and shower facilities are closed between 01/11 - 01/03.
*The site's quiet hours are between 10pm and 8am.
*Please ensure dogs are kept on their leads at all times.
Interested in staying at Glentrool Camping and Caravan Site?
Unfortunately Glentrool Camping and Caravan Site 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.
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