Whether you want spooky castles, world class golf or to follow the whisky trail (and perhaps try a warming tipple) before you take to the mountains, this part of Scotland has you covered. It's also made for touring, with great coastal views for your road trip. Set your sat-nav for these caravan parks in Aberdeenshire and make the drive from Royal Deeside to the stunning Cairngorms.
Peterhead, Aberdeenshire
Family and dog friendly park set along an award-winning Lido beach for swimming. Onsite play area, shop and cafe!
4.43 /5
Banff, Aberdeenshire
Tranquil and back to basics pop up camping site with countryside views and ten minutes to the beach. Dogs welcome.
4.57 /5
Tarland, Aberdeenshire
Sharing its spectacular scenery with that of the royal Balmoral estate, this is an exceptionally attractive site.
Mintlaw, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire
Rural country camping and touring with lovely walkways beside the incredible Aden Country Park in Aberdeenshire.
Braemar, Ballater, Aberdeenshire
Pitch up or stay in one of the cosy camping pods, set in the stunning surroundings of the Cairngorms National Park.
Maryculter, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
A picturesque park, south-west of Aberdeen, offering camping, touring, glamping and lodge/caravan breaks.
Aboyne, Aberdeenshire
A pet friendly site in an idyllic setting surrounded by Aboyne loch, with fishing permits and boat hire available.
Ballater, Aberdeenshire
A popular and picturesque site set in Cairngorms National Park with access to all of Royal Deeside and the Munros.
Strachan, Banchory, Aberdeenshire
Settled in a beautiful valley, this small park offers dog friendly camping and touring in Royal Deeside.
Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire
A small and quiet caravan park situated by a beautiful sandy beach, with views across the bay.
Turriff, Aberdeenshire
Family friendly touring park in 200 acre woodland with onsite fishing lake and bike hire. Dog friendly.
Old Forrest Road, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
Friendly caravan park in the heart of 'castle country', with nearby malt whisky trail.
St Cyrus, Montrose, Aberdeenshire
Peaceful, family friendly Camping and Caravanning Club site set on the coast. Dog friendly.
Sandend, Aberdeenshire
Camping and touring in a quaint fishing village situated on a golden sand bay. Family and dog friendly too.
Gamrie, Banff, Aberdeenshire
This quiet site is an ideal stop off on the popular Moray Firth Coastal Trail and the North East 250 route
Aboyne, Aberdeenshire
A small, peaceful touring site located in the Cairngorms National Park, 20 minutes from Balmoral Castle.
Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire
Five hardstanding pitches within walking distance to Dunnottar Castle and puffin spotting at Crawton.
Banff, Aberdeenshire
Dog friendly touring, camping and stunning holiday homes, right by the beach, with fabulous sea views.