# Campsites near Dunbar — Camping, Caravan Parks & Glamping > The best campsites in Dunbar — tent pitches, glamping pods, caravan parks and dog-friendly sites. Compare facilities and prices. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 13 campsites, glamping sites and caravan parks Photo © Elizabeth Wood, Google Maps [Guide](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar) [🏨 Hotels](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/hotels) [🏡 Cottages](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/cottages) [⛺ Camping](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping) [🎟️ Attractions](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions) [🍽️ Restaurants](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/restaurants) Dunbar sits on the Scottish coast, which means the legal position on camping here is more generous than in England: under the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, wild camping is generally permitted on most unenclosed land, including much of the coastline and countryside around the town, 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 makes the coastline either side of Dunbar, including stretches near Belhaven Bay and the John Muir Country Park, a genuine draw for backpackers and wild campers walking the John Muir Way, though pitching within the country park itself is more restricted and it is worth checking current East Lothian Council guidance before setting up camp there. For a more straightforward option, there are established campsites and caravan parks around Belhaven and further along the coast offering pitches for tents, campervans and caravans, generally with better facilities and a more sheltered spot to weather the area's notoriously changeable coastal weather. The terrain here is a mix of dune grassland, clifftop path and open farmland, exposed to wind off the North Sea, so a sturdy tent and warm kit matter more here than in more sheltered inland spots. Late spring through early autumn, roughly May to September, is the most comfortable window for camping, with longer daylight and a better chance of dry, settled weather, though the coast can turn blustery with little warning at any time of year. For those who want the outdoors experience without the wild-camping logistics, glamping options including bell tents, pods and static caravans have grown around the East Lothian coast in recent years, offering a comfortable base for exploring the castle, harbour and the country park's birdlife without needing to carry a full camping kit. Updated 9 November 2026 · Ratings from Google; [how we list](https://staycation.co.uk/about#how-we-list) We list **6** campsites in Dunbar. 6 have a Google rating, averaging 4.6/5. ## Best for [Tents 5](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/tent-camping) ## Most recommended campsites in Dunbar Ranked by Google rating weighted by the number of reviews (4.3+ from at least 15 reviews). - [1 Dunbar Camping and Caravanning Club Site ★ 4.6 · 837 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/dunbar-camping-and-caravanning-club-site) - [2 Belhaven Bay ★ 4.6 · 506 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/belhaven-bay) - [3 Thorntonloch Caravan Park ★ 4.5 · 227 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/thorntonloch-caravan-park-dunbar) - [4 Harvest Moon Holidays ★ 4.8 · 102 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/harvest-moon-holidays) - [5 Pinkerton Hill ★ 4.9 · 32 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/pinkerton-hill) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges 🐾 Dogs Edinburgh and the Lothians Belhaven Bay Belhaven Bay near Dunbar has direct beach access and coastal walks; tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping welcome dogs, with electric hook-ups and modern facilities. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/belhaven-bay) [✨ Glamping from £11 Lothian Dunbar Camping and Caravanning Club Site Dunbar Camping and Caravanning Club Site in Lothian takes tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping on 100-plus grass and hardstanding pitches with sea views, and allows dogs. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/dunbar-camping-and-caravanning-club-site) [Lanarkshire · 1.7 mi away John Muir Way Campsite John Muir Way Campsite near Glasgow takes tents, caravans and motorhomes on the John Muir Way and West Highland Way trails, with hot tub, restaurant and campfire facilities. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/glasgow/camping/john-muir-way-campsite) [from £25 Lothian Pinkerton Hill Woodland tent site near Dunbar with off-grid setting, open-fire bath, campfires permitted and dark skies for stargazing. ⛺ Tents](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/pinkerton-hill) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges 🐾 Dogs from £15 Edinburgh and the Lothians Thurston Manor Leisure Park Thurston Manor Leisure Park near Dunbar welcomes tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping, with an indoor heated pool, playground and jacuzzi among its facilities. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/thurston-manor-leisure-park) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges Dunbar Harvest Moon Holidays Luxurious glamping treehouses and off-grid cabins, set right by the beach in Scotland. A true coastal paradise.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/harvest-moon-holidays) [🐾 Dogs Edinburgh and the Lothians Thorntonloch Caravan Park Caravan park near Dunbar with direct beach access, electric hook-ups, and dogs welcome; immaculate facilities and relaxed atmosphere. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/camping/thorntonloch-caravan-park-dunbar) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges Lothian · 7.7 mi away Tantallon Caravan & Camping Park Caravan and camping park near North Berwick with tent, caravan and motorhome pitches, plus glamping and static lodges, a short walk from the beach. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/camping/tantallon-caravan-camping-park) [🛖 Lodges Borders · 8.3 mi away Cockburnspath Holiday Park Holiday park near Cockburnspath with spacious pitches, showers and views of the Lammermuir Hills.](https://staycation.co.uk/borders/camping/cockburnspath-holiday-park) [🛖 Lodges Borders · 8.8 mi away Pease Bay Leisure Park Verdant Cabin holiday park at Pease Bay with direct beach access and on-site restaurant and bar.](https://staycation.co.uk/borders/camping/pease-bay-leisure-park-verdant) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges Lothian · 9 mi away Gilsland Caravan Park Caravan and tent park near North Berwick in Lothian with shower facilities. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/camping/gilsland-caravan-park) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges from £197 Scottish Borders · 9.5 mi away Belstruther Glamping Glamping site near Duns with showers and static lodges or pods.](https://staycation.co.uk/duns/camping/belstruther-glamping) [from £29 Lothian · 9.9 mi away Wamphray Croft Tent campground near North Berwick with showers and on-site facilities. ⛺ Tents](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/camping/wamphray-croft) ### Prefer a roof and a hot shower? Browse our handpicked hotels and B&Bs in Dunbar. [Hotels in Dunbar →](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/hotels) ### Campsites within 20 miles Including nearby destinations, closest first. [Yellowcraig Caravan and Motorhome Club Site 10.8 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/camping/yellowcraig-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) [Blinkbonny Wood 11.5 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/gifford/camping/blinkbonny-wood) [Aberlady Caravan Park 12.9 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/aberlady/camping/aberlady-caravan-park) [Aberlady Station Caravan Park 12.9 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/edinburgh-lothians/camping/aberlady-station-caravan-park) [The Bus Stop 13.1 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/gifford/camping/the-bus-stop) [Jerusalem Farm 13.9 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/pencaitland/camping/jerusalem-farm) [Coldingham Bay Leisure Park 15.6 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/st-abbs/camping/coldingham-bay-leisure-park) [Coldingham Bay Holiday Park 15.6 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/coldingham/camping/coldingham-bay-holiday-park-coldingham) [Templehall Holidays and Caravan Site 15.8 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/coldingham/camping/templehall-holidays-and-caravan-site-coldingham) [Seton Sands Holiday Park 16.2 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/longniddry/camping/seton-sands-holiday-park) ### 🏨 Rather not camp? Stays in Dunbar 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%3DDunbar%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link ## Camping guides for Dunbar [All staycation ideas →](https://staycation.co.uk/staycation-ideas) [Edinburgh Staycation Guide: Where to Stay, What to Do and Where to Eat Plan an Edinburgh staycation: Old Town or New Town hotels, the palace, galleries and Arthur's Seat, where to eat, a two-day itinerary, day trips to Stirling and St Andrews, and tips for getting there by train.](https://staycation.co.uk/staycation-ideas/edinburgh-staycation-guide) ## Things to do in Dunbar The best-reviewed of 10 we list · [see them all](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions) [East Links Family Park ★ 4.6 · 2,015 reviews Meet friendly farm animals and explore exciting outdoor adventures including go-karts, a safari train ride and maze at this Dunbar attraction with picnic areas and onsite dining.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/east-links-family-park) [Dunbar Leisure Pool ★ 4.4 · 962 reviews Make a splash at this family-friendly pool featuring exciting waterslides, wave machine, beach zone and playful water jets, plus an ocean-themed soft play area to keep little ones entertained.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/dunbar-leisure-pool) [Belhaven Bay ★ 4.5 · 511 reviews This sweeping coastal stretch near Dunbar offers families golden sands and onsite facilities including parking, toilets and a restaurant, perfect for seaside days out along the Lothian shore.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/belhaven-bay) [John Muir Country Park ★ 4.8 · 273 reviews Explore Dunbar's stunning coastal landscape with sandy shores perfect for families, welcoming wheelchairs, pushchairs, dogs and little ones with full facilities for all visitors.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/john-muir-country-park) ## Other places to stay in Dunbar ### [6 hotels and B&Bs →](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/hotels) - [Dunmuir Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/hotels/dunmuir-hotel) ★ 4.5 (427) - [Royal Mackintosh Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/hotels/royal-mackintosh-hotel) ★ 4.2 (431) - [Bayswell Park Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/hotels/bayswell-park-hotel) ★ 4.1 (412) ## Nearby towns [All of East Lothian](https://staycation.co.uk/east-lothian/camping) [North Berwick 5](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/camping) ## Quick answers How many campsites are there in Dunbar?+ We list 6 campsites in Dunbar. 6 of them have a Google rating, averaging 4.6 out of 5. What are the most recommended campsites in Dunbar?+ Weighing Google rating against the number of reviews, the most recommended are Dunbar Camping and Caravanning Club Site (4.6/5 from 837 reviews), Belhaven Bay (4.6/5 from 506 reviews) and Thorntonloch Caravan Park (4.5/5 from 227 reviews). Are there campsites for tents in Dunbar?+ Yes. We list 5 in Dunbar, including Dunbar Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Thurston Manor Leisure Park and Belhaven Bay. ⛺ Know a campsite in Dunbar 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=Dunbar)