# Campsites near Castle Douglas — Camping, Caravan Parks & Glamping > The best campsites in Castle Douglas — tent pitches, glamping pods, caravan parks and dog-friendly sites. Compare facilities and prices. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 9 campsites, glamping sites and caravan parks [Guide](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas) [🏨 Hotels](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels) [🏡 Cottages](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/cottages) [⛺ Camping](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping) [🎟️ Attractions](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions) [🍽️ Restaurants](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/restaurants) Camping around Castle Douglas means rolling Galloway farmland, forestry and loch shore rather than dramatic mountain scenery, and the main draw for tents and tourers is Loch Ken, a few miles west of town, where sites offer pitches with loch views and direct access to fishing and boat launching. Loch Ken Holiday Park, on the loch's eastern shore near Parton, is the best-known option, with touring pitches, hardstandings and static caravans set in ten acres running down towards the water, alongside a smaller, simpler campsite run by Loch Ken Camping further along the loch for those who want fewer facilities and more peace. Because this is Scotland, wild camping is treated very differently from England and Wales: under the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, wild camping is generally legal on most unenclosed land, including much of the forestry and hillside around Galloway Forest Park, as long as campers follow the code's principles of leaving no trace, camping away from buildings and roads, and moving on after a night or two. That said, informal roadside camping in vehicles is a separate issue and increasingly restricted in some popular spots, so it is worth checking local signage. Midges are the main practical nuisance from late May through August, particularly near still water and at dawn and dusk, so a head net or strong repellent is worth packing if camping through summer; the trade-off is long daylight hours and the best chance of good weather. Spring and early autumn tend to be more comfortable for camping, with cooler air keeping midges down and the forest and loch scenery at its best, though nights can still be cold. For anyone who wants the outdoor setting without a tent, glamping pods and static caravans are available at the Loch Ken sites and at a scattering of smaller farm-based operations in the area, giving a more sheltered way to experience the same loch and forest surroundings. Updated 9 November 2026 · Ratings from Google; [how we list](https://staycation.co.uk/about#how-we-list) We list **11** campsites in Castle Douglas. 10 have a Google rating, averaging 4.7/5. Starting prices from £25. ## Best for [Dog-friendly 5](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/dog-friendly) [Glamping 7](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/glamping) [Lodges 5](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/lodges) [Caravan parks 8](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/caravan-parks) [Motorhomes 7](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/motorhomes) [Tents 10](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/tent-camping) ## Most recommended campsites in Castle Douglas Ranked by Google rating weighted by the number of reviews (4.3+ from at least 15 reviews). - [1 Auchenlarie Holiday Park ★ 4.4 · 1,525 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/auchenlarie-holiday-park) - [2 Galloway Activity Centre ★ 4.7 · 562 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/galloway-activity-centre) - [3 Loch Ken Holiday Park ★ 4.6 · 574 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/loch-ken-holiday-park) - [4 Hensol Estate Holidays ★ 4.8 · 167 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/hensol-estate-holidays-castle-douglas) - [5 Lochside Caravan Park ★ 4.5 · 185 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/lochside-caravan-park) - [6 Kippford View Holiday Park ★ 4.5 · 89 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/kippford-view-holiday-park) - [7 Mollance Farm Campsite ★ 4.7 · 50 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/mollance-farm-campsite) - [8 Grobdale of Girthon ★ 5.0 · 24 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/grobdale-of-girthon) [from £25 Dumfries and Galloway Lochside Caravan Park Lochside Caravan Park near Castle Douglas takes tents and caravans on grass and hardstanding pitches beside Carlingwark Loch, with fishing and birdwatching. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/lochside-caravan-park) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges from £340 Dumfries and Galloway Galloway Glamping Glamping site at Castle Douglas with timber cabins sleeping up to six, hot tubs, and Loch Ken views within a Dark Sky Park; dogs welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/galloway-glamping) [🐾 Dogs from £30 Dumfries and Galloway Mollance Farm Campsite Adults-only farm campsite near Castle Douglas with fewer than ten electric gravel pitches in farmland, welcoming dogs year-round and offering shower facilities. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/mollance-farm-campsite) [Dumfries and Galloway · 3.9 mi away Claycroft Farm Adults-only caravan and motorhome site near Dalbeattie beside the River Urr with hardstanding pitches, full services, and riverside walks for dogs. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping/claycroft-farm) [Dumfries & Galloway · 3.9 mi away Fairgirth Farm Certificated Location Certificated campsite near Dalbeattie with shower facilities. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping/fairgirth-farm-certificated-location) [Dumfries & Galloway · 3.9 mi away Three Croft Farm Campground near Dalbeattie in Dumfries & Galloway with showers.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping/three-croft-farm) [🛖 Lodges 🐾 Dogs Dumfries and Galloway · 4.4 mi away Glenearly Caravan Park Glenearly Caravan Park near Dalbeattie welcomes tents, caravans and motorhomes year-round with electric hook-ups, WiFi and dogs. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping/glenearly-caravan-park) [Dumfries and Galloway · 4.5 mi away Islecroft Caravan and Camping Site Adults-only caravan and camping site in Dalbeattie with 26–50 pitches, modern facilities, and direct access to forest trails and mountain biking routes; dogs welcome. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping/islecroft-caravan-and-camping-site) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges from £29 Dumfries and Galloway Kippford View Holiday Park Kippford View Holiday Park near Castle Douglas takes tents, caravans and motorhomes on grass and gravel pitches with an outdoor pool and on-site fishing. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/kippford-view-holiday-park) ### Prefer a roof and a hot shower? Browse our handpicked hotels and B&Bs in Castle Douglas. [Hotels in Castle Douglas →](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels) ### Campsites within 20 miles Including nearby destinations, closest first. [Gorsebank Glamping 5.3 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping/gorsebank-glamping) [Gorsebank Glamping, Bike Hire & Fishery 5.3 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping/gorsebank-glamping-bike-hire-fishery) [Doon Park Caravan Park 6.2 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping/doon-park-caravan-park) [Coastal Kippford 6.3 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/kippford/camping/coastal-kippford) [Loch Ken Holiday Park 6.8 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/loch-ken-holiday-park) [Mossband Caravan Park 7.2 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/camping/mossband-caravan-park) [Hensol Estate Holidays 7.4 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/hensol-estate-holidays-castle-douglas) [Park of Brandedleys 7.5 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/camping/park-of-brandedleys) [Castle Point Caravan and Camping Site 8.1 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping/castle-point-caravan-and-camping-site) [Wild Oak Woods Eco Campsite 8.2 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping/wild-oak-woods-eco-campsite) ### 🏨 Rather not camp? Stays in Castle Douglas Hotels, B&Bs, cottages and apartments on Booking.com, with live prices and availability. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCastle%2BDouglas%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link ## Things to do in Castle Douglas The best-reviewed of 5 we list · [see them all](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions) [Galloway Activity Centre ★ 4.7 · 575 reviews Enjoy outdoor adventures at this lively centre beside Loch Ken, offering onsite dining and facilities including accessible toilets, though wheelchair access is limited.](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions/galloway-activity-centre) [Threave Castle ★ 4.6 · 392 reviews Reach this atmospheric 14th-century island fortress by boat near Castle Douglas, where families can explore medieval tower ruins with wheelchair access, though facilities are limited so plan ahead.](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions/threave-castle) [The Castle Douglas Treasure Trail ★ 4.5 · 186 reviews Follow clues through this charming town centre on an exciting outdoor adventure that's wheelchair accessible and perfect for families who enjoy bringing their own picnic along the way.](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions/the-castle-douglas-treasure-trail) [Galloway Canyoning ★ 4.8 · 21 reviews Experience the thrill of scrambling through Scotland's dramatic gorges and waterfalls with expert-led canyoning adventures in the stunning Galloway region.](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions/galloway-canyoning) ## Where to eat in Castle Douglas The best-reviewed of 21 we list · [see them all](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/restaurants) [Threave Gardens Restaurant ★ 4.6 · 1,590 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/restaurants/threave-gardens-restaurant) [Galloway Activity Centre ★ 4.7 · 574 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/restaurants/galloway-activity-centre) [Designs Cafe ★ 4.6 · 563 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/restaurants/designs-cafe) [Street Lights Coffee House ★ 4.7 · 372 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/restaurants/street-lights-coffee-house) ## Other places to stay in Castle Douglas ### [14 hotels and B&Bs →](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels) - [The Inn on the Loch](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels/the-inn-on-the-loch) ★ 4.4 (643) - [The Market Inn Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels/the-market-inn-hotel) ★ 4.6 (357) - [Ernespie House Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels/ernespie-house-hotel) ★ 4.5 (217) ## Nearby towns [All of Dumfries and Galloway](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping) [Newton Stewart 18](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/camping) [Stranraer 15](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping) [Dumfries 12](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/camping) [Dalbeattie 8](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping) [Annan 6](https://staycation.co.uk/annan/camping) [Kirkcudbright 6](https://staycation.co.uk/kirkcudbright/camping) [Lockerbie 5](https://staycation.co.uk/lockerbie/camping) [Gatehouse of Fleet 4](https://staycation.co.uk/gatehouse-of-fleet/camping) ## Quick answers How many campsites are there in Castle Douglas?+ We list 11 campsites in Castle Douglas. 10 of them have a Google rating, averaging 4.7 out of 5. What are the most recommended campsites in Castle Douglas?+ Weighing Google rating against the number of reviews, the most recommended are Auchenlarie Holiday Park (4.4/5 from 1,525 reviews), Galloway Activity Centre (4.7/5 from 562 reviews) and Loch Ken Holiday Park (4.6/5 from 574 reviews). Are there dog-friendly campsites in Castle Douglas?+ Yes. We list 5 in Castle Douglas, including Auchenlarie Holiday Park, Hensol Estate Holidays and Lochside Caravan Park. Are there glamping sites in Castle Douglas?+ Yes. We list 7 in Castle Douglas, including Auchenlarie Holiday Park, Galloway Activity Centre and Hensol Estate Holidays. Are there holiday parks with lodges in Castle Douglas?+ Yes. We list 5 in Castle Douglas, including Auchenlarie Holiday Park, Loch Ken Holiday Park and Kippford View Holiday Park. How much do campsites in Castle Douglas cost?+ Listed starting prices begin at £25 a night; the typical starting price is about £30 a night (from 7 listings that show a price). Prices change with dates, so check with the venue. ⛺ Know a campsite in Castle Douglas that's missing? Run one yourself or know a good one? Suggest it and we'll review it for the site. Listings are free. [Add a campsite](https://staycation.co.uk/add-listing?type=campsite&destination=Castle+Douglas)