Camping in Montrose

Montrose's flat coastal setting, sandwiched between beach and basin, makes it a natural base for touring and tent camping, and the town itself holds a well-established holiday park within walking distance of the sea front and the High Street. A handful of further sites lie a short drive north and south along the coast, taking in the dune-backed beaches and cliffs that make this stretch of Angus and southern Aberdeenshire so distinctive.

South Links Holiday Park sits right on the edge of Montrose, a rare case of a coastal campsite that puts a town centre, a beach and a golf course all within easy reach on foot, and it is the obvious first choice for anyone who wants to explore Montrose itself without needing a car every day. Its four-star rating and solid facilities make it popular with both touring caravanners and families in tents through the spring and summer season.

Heading north across the county boundary into Aberdeenshire, the coastline around St Cyrus offers a quieter, more scenic alternative, with sites set behind dunes close to St Cyrus's own long sandy beach and National Nature Reserve, known for its cliffside flora and seabird colonies. These sites suit visitors who want direct beach access and a slower pace, with Montrose itself still only a short drive away for shopping, the museum or a meal out.

All of the sites below take tents, touring caravans and motorhomes, though facilities and opening seasons vary, so it is worth checking directly before booking, particularly outside the core April to September season. Electric hook-up, showers and laundry facilities are standard across the area, and dogs are generally welcome, making this a straightforward stretch of coast for a self-catering, outdoor-based break.