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Can you wild camp on Loch Lomond islands?

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Can you wild camp on Loch Lomond islands?

It’s possible to wild camp on most of the islands on Loch Lomond, or you can use one of the campsites onshore.

Where can you wild camp around Loch Lomond?

Some of the Best Wild Camping Spots in Loch Lomond

  • Rowchoish. Rowchoish sits on the northeast shoreline of Loch Lomond and is only accessible by using the West Highland Way path.
  • Loch Drunkie.
  • Lochan Maoil Dhuinne, Rowardennan.
  • Strathcashell Point.
  • River Dochart, Crianlarich.

Can you camp at Loch Lomond without a permit?

Campervans and motorhomes There are also formal campsites throughout the national park. The byelaws make it an offence to sleep in a vehicle in a camping management zone without a permit, unless the vehicle is on a road (i.e. in a layby), as defined by the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984.

Can you park overnight at Loch Lomond?

Firkin Point, Loch Lomond The National Park sell permits for parking a campervan or motorhome overnight at designated spaces on this site. The cost is £3, with pitch permits bookable up to 4 weeks in advance, for a maximum of 3 nights via their website.

Where can you camp for free in Scotland?

Scotland is the only country in the UK where wild camping remains legal. This is down to the Land Reform Act (2003), which is the act of Scottish parliament that secures public access rights to access land in Scotland. It includes the right to camp in unenclosed land.

Can you wild camp in Tarbet?

Tarbet Pier Parking This is one of the best wild camping spots in Loch Lomond because it’s been set up for motorhomes and campervans. Not only is there lots of space (up to 20 vans) to park your van with an amazing view of the lake, (lots of tent spots here too), but there are on-site motorhome facilities.

What happens if you are caught wild camping?

“If caught wild camping without permission, you will be found guilty of trespassing, however, as this is a civil offence you cannot be arrested for, you will likely be asked to move on,” said the expert. However, if campers decide not to obey the order to move on, things could get a little more troublesome.

Can you park overnight at Balmaha?

You can still park cars overnight at Balmaha.

Where can I park my motorhome overnight Loch Lomond?

There are a permits available for motorhomes and campervans to stay over in the Camping Management Zones at Three Lochs Forest Drive, Inveruglas and Firkin Point. There are plenty of places within the National Park to stop and rest on your journey.

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