These are some of Scotland's best beaches for camping

By Lloyd Bent

Published 16th Jul 2019, 17:40 GMT

These are some of the best beach-side camping spots in Scotland.

placeholder image — These are some of the best beach-side camping spots in Scotland.

You can camp on spectacular beaches in campsites and wild in Scotland.

Whether you want to get as far away form other people as possible, or enjoy a family break with some facilities on hand, there are plenty of options in Scotland. Here are some of the best beach side campsites and beaches for wild camping in the country.

This campsite is tucked away in a corner of Dumfries and Galloway and allows you to pitch up seconds from the sea. The large, flat bay is great for dog walking and exploring, and when the tide is in you can go for a swim.

placeholder image — This campsite is tucked away in a corner of Dumfries and Galloway and allows you to pitch up seconds from the sea. The large, flat bay is great for dog walking and exploring, and when the tide is in you can go for a swim.

This site in Durness on Scotland's north coast. The nearby village means that a shop, pub and tourist information is nearby, and the beach of Thurso is known as a top surfing spot.

placeholder image — This site in Durness on Scotland's north coast. The nearby village means that a shop, pub and tourist information is nearby, and the beach of Thurso is known as a top surfing spot.

There are no cars on the island of Canna. The lack of pollution means stargazing can be incredible. You may see golden eagles circling above, puffins and razorbills on the cliffs, or dolphins and whales in the ocean.

placeholder image — There are no cars on the island of Canna. The lack of pollution means stargazing can be incredible. You may see golden eagles circling above, puffins and razorbills on the cliffs, or dolphins and whales in the ocean.