# Lochside Caravan Park — Camping in Castle Douglas > Lochside Caravan Park near Castle Douglas takes tents and caravans on grass and hardstanding pitches beside Carlingwark Loch, with fishing and birdwatching. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/lochside-caravan-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. RV Park⛺ Tent Camping🚐 Caravans🐾 Dogs Welcome # Lochside Caravan Park Lochside Rd, Castle Douglas DG7 1EU, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4896242750853617802&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Lochside Caravan Park is a caravan park in Castle Douglas, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 185 Google reviews, with dogs welcome and pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. Details checked 6 August 2026 · source: Google Places Lochside Caravan Park near Castle Douglas takes tents and caravans on grass and hardstanding pitches beside Carlingwark Loch, with fishing and birdwatching. ## About Lochside Caravan Park Lochside Caravan Park sits on the edge of Castle Douglas, its peaceful setting beside Carlingwark Loch putting you straight into the heart of Dumfries and Galloway's countryside. The loch itself is a draw: you can fish from the shore, launch a kayak, or simply watch the birdlife – it's a known spot for wildfowl and waders. The site welcomes tents and tourers across grass and hardstanding pitches, with good wheelchair access throughout and level ground that makes pitching easy. Castle Douglas, a short walk or cycle away, covers your essentials – shops, pubs, and cafés – while the Galloway Forest Park and the coast at Kirkcudbright are both within easy reach. Some visitors note the facilities can feel a little tired in places, but the location and value (pitches from around £25) keep people coming back, especially those touring by bike or on foot. It's a straightforward, welcoming base that gets the basics right. ## What's nearby - The Fullarton next door - Lochside public park 200m away - Carlingwark Loch parkrun 200m away - Kings Arms Hotel 250m away - Moore's Fish & Chip Shop - Castle Douglas 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Can I bring...? ⛺ Tent pitches ✓ Yes 🚐 Caravans welcome ✓ Yes 🚌 Motorhomes welcome ✓ Yes ✨ Glamping available ✕ No 🛖 Lodges & statics ✕ No ## Pitch types - • Non-electric grass tent pitch - • Non-electric grass touring pitch - • Non-electric hardstanding touring pitch Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout. ## 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 ✕ 🚻 Toilets on site ✓ Fishing Play area Wild swimming Launderette Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome Barbecues allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year Lake and/or mountain ## 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 1EU) Marios ★ 1.5 · Pizza, Kebab Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on [justeat.co.uk](https://www.just-eat.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ## Nearest supermarkets Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival. - Co-op, Castle Douglas on the doorstep - Tesco, Castle Douglas under a mile - Aldi, CASTLE DOUGLAS under a mile - Lidl, Dumfries 15.7 miles - Morrisons 15.9 miles Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location Lochside Rd, Castle Douglas DG7 1EU, UK [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.9365653%2C-3.9286594) ## What visitors say Klara Chadwick ★★★★★ I walk in this park regularly because it's so scenic. The caravan park is well maintained and seems very organised. Not too big either and within walking distance of the shops of Castle Douglas 3 months ago · via Google Mess Hoornvielt ★★★★★ The best caravan park in Castle Douglas. Holveg and Anders had a body of laughs with Gillian. Michels and Toorans were doing body building. 3 weeks ago · via Google kayleigh scott ★★★★★ We camped at Lochside Holiday Park for two nights in our tent and had such a brilliant stay. The site was peaceful and never felt oversold or crowded, with stunning scenery from every pitch. You’re either looking out over beautiful fields filled with Highland cows or across the breathtaking lake, which also has thoughtful, humane rules around their fishery. It felt like the perfect balance between wild camping and the comfort of being on a site. The staff were attentive and welcoming, and it was absolutely worth the money we paid. The only little challenge we faced was our fear of wasps – but that’s nature for you! We’d definitely recommend and would love to return. 11 months ago · via Google Frank Murphy ★★★★★ Absolutely brilliant, brilliant campsite to stay at when in the area. Extremely helpful and friendly staff that make sure you are aware of all features available. I was given plenty of time to decide where I was going to pitch my tent and also given a very helpful map of the area as I was new to it. Within easy walking distance of Castle Douglas and all its amenities. 100% I will be staying here again. Permanent and touring hard stands as well as loads of space for hard core campers in tents. 2 years ago · via Google [More campsites in Castle Douglas](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping) ★ 4.5 (185 reviews) From £25 per night [Book on Pitchup](https://www.pitchup.com/campsites/Scotland/Scotland/Dumfries_and_Galloway/Castle_Douglas/lochside-caravan-park_/) [Visit website](http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/lochsidecs?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=campsite) [01556 504682](tel:01556504682) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Castle Douglas **County** Dumfries and Galloway **Dogs allowed** ✅ Yes **Electric hook-up** ❌ No **Payment** Cards, Contactless 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Castle Douglas. [Hotels in Castle Douglas →](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels) ### 🏨 Prefer a roof? Stays near Castle Douglas Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call Lochside Caravan Park on +44 1556 504682. ## More near Lochside Caravan Park ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Douglas House ★ 4.9 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels/douglas-house) - [The Imperial Hotel ★ 3.6 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels/the-imperial-hotel) - [The Market Inn Hotel ★ 4.6 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels/the-market-inn-hotel) - [Ernespie House Hotel ★ 4.5 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels/ernespie-house-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Craigvar House next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/craigvar-house-uk40371) - [Lochside House 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/lochside-house-uk45228) - [Simply Suite 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/simply-suite-syk1006970) - [Ardencaple No 2 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/ardencaple-no-2-uk34173) ### Campsites nearby - [Galloway Glamping ★ 4.8 · 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/galloway-glamping) - [Mollance Farm Campsite ★ 4.7 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/mollance-farm-campsite) - [Claycroft Farm ★ 5.0 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping/claycroft-farm) - [Fairgirth Farm Certificated Location ★ 5.0 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping/fairgirth-farm-certificated-location) ### Things to do nearby - [The Castle Douglas Treasure Trail ★ 4.5 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions/the-castle-douglas-treasure-trail) - [Threave Castle ★ 4.6 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions/threave-castle) - [Galloway Canyoning ★ 4.8 · 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions/galloway-canyoning) - [Cream o Galloway 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/attractions/cream-o-galloway)