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Loch Ken Holiday Park

Loch Ken Holiday Park, Parton, Parton, Castle Douglas DG7 3NE, UK

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A campsite near Castle Douglas

About Loch Ken Holiday Park

Tucked along the shores of Loch Ken on a working stock farm, this spacious ten-acre park pairs stunning water views with direct access to Scotland's outdoor playground. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly, attentive staff and well-maintained facilities, from the heated shower blocks to the clean family washrooms. Pitches are generous—including hardstanding waterfront spots for tourers and an extensive tent field—and the on-site shop stocks essentials when you need them.

The real draw is what lies beyond your tent flap. Launch kayaks and paddleboards straight from the park, cast for pike and perch in the loch, or explore the neighbouring RSPB marshes and Galloway Kite Trail. Mountain bikers have two 7stanes centres nearby, while the Galloway Forest Dark Sky Park delivers stargazing that's among Europe's finest. The market town of Castle Douglas sits seven miles away, and watersports centres up the road offer everything from wakeboarding to archery—though with two play parks and kids' club activities in summer, younger campers are already spoiled.

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People say this holiday park offers spacious pitches and stunning views of Loch Ken, with direct access for activities like fishing and paddleboarding. Visitors highlight the friendly and welcoming staff, who are always helpful and attentive. They also appreciate the well-maintained site, clean facilities, and the convenience of an on-site shop for essentials.

Summary via Google

Can I bring...?

Tent pitches
🚐 Caravans welcome
🚌 Motorhomes welcome
Glamping available
🛖 Lodges & pods

Hook-up

Electric hook-up
🔌 EV charging

No electric hook-up listed — worth confirming directly if you're bringing a caravan or motorhome.

Facilities

🚿 Hot showers
📶 Free WiFi
🏊 Swimming pool
🛒 Onsite shop
🎠 Children's play area
🍖 BBQs allowed
🔥 Campfires allowed
🧺 Laundry
🎣 Fishing
🛁 Hot tub
Accessible facilities
🅿️ Hardstanding pitches
🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site
Fishing Kids' club Play area Take away Watersports Car parking by pitch/unit Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area

Takeaway & food delivery

Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.

Just Eat — 1 takeaway delivers to this postcode (DG7 3NE)

Marios

1.5 · Pizza, Kebab

Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.

Nearest supermarkets

Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.

  • Tesco, Castle Douglas 6.8 miles
  • Co-op, Castle Douglas 6.8 miles
  • Aldi, CASTLE DOUGLAS 7 miles
  • Sainsbury's, Newton Stewart 17.3 miles
  • Lidl, Dumfries 18.3 miles
  • Morrisons 18.4 miles

Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Location

Loch Ken Holiday Park, Parton, Parton, Castle Douglas DG7 3NE, UK Get directions

Opening hours

Monday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

What visitors say

C T

Campsite very peaceful with amazing views over Loch Ken. Extremely clean and well organised. Very friendly and helpful staff. Hired a rowing boat good value. Really enjoyed our stay we will be back.

a month ago · via Google

Annette Buchanan (Net)

The people and site are lovely. There is a little shop for essentials and a big loch to have fun on with multiple play areas for the kids. We have our own caravan to stop in but theres camping field and facilities available.

2 months ago · via Google

Anne MacKay

We were camping on the site. The tent field was huge and despite being busy never felt crowded, plenty room for good distances between the tents. There was an excellent play park which visiting kids seemed to really enjoy. Staff were friendly and efficient. The views down to Loch Ken were lovely. On a cloud free night the dark sky was amazing.

11 months ago · via Google

Kym Chan

Second time at Loch Ken, already booked for May and going back in August next year. This picturesque campsite has everything you need, want and more, run and owned by friendly people. The highlights for us is the loch on your doorstep, paddle boarding at our leisure and you can enjoy fishing too. Cooking by our tent and enjoying a warm fire at night, with our favourite tipple and roasted marshmallows. Perfect wee shop with everything you need for your stay, including items for the kids, fishing gear and a coffee machine and laundry to do your washing if you wish. There is so much to do in the area, visit the spectacular Kites, nearby towns and other various activities and places of interest. This campsite has such a welcoming atmosphere, you will make friends easily, your kids will be running about with others at the play parks and I guarantee you will want to come back!

11 months ago · via Google

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