# Campsites near Stranraer — Camping, Caravan Parks & Glamping > The best campsites in Stranraer — tent pitches, glamping pods, caravan parks and dog-friendly sites. Compare facilities and prices. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 8 campsites, glamping sites and caravan parks [Guide](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer) [🏨 Hotels](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/hotels) [🏡 Cottages](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/cottages) [⛺ Camping](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping) [🎟️ Attractions](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/attractions) [🍽️ Restaurants](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/restaurants) Camping around Stranraer means committing to Scotland's south-western weather: mild but changeable, with rain arriving off the Irish Sea at short notice throughout the year, softened somewhat by the same Gulf Stream influence that lets subtropical plants thrive at Logan Botanic Garden nearby. The terrain is gentler than the Highlands, a mix of rolling farmland, sea loch shoreline and low cliffs, which makes for accessible walking and cycling but offers less shelter from coastal wind than a wooded glen would. As with the rest of Scotland, wild camping is generally legal here under the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, provided campers follow the code's principles of camping in small numbers, staying away from buildings and roads, keeping pitches away for no more than a couple of nights, and leaving no trace, a freedom that doesn't extend south of the border into England and Wales. That said, the coastline around the Mull of Galloway and Luce Bay includes nature reserves and farmland where landowners' wishes should be respected, and formal campsites around Stranraer, Loch Ryan and Portpatrick are a straightforward and often more sheltered alternative. Midges are a real but generally lesser nuisance here than in the Highlands, thanks to the coastal breeze, though they can still bite around dawn and dusk on stiller days inland, particularly near woodland or slow-moving water. Late spring through early autumn is the most comfortable camping season, with April to June often bringing the gardens at Castle Kennedy and Logan into bloom alongside the driest spells. For those who'd rather skip a tent altogether, glamping pods and static caravans have sprung up around Loch Ryan and the wider Rhins, offering sea views and a warm bed while still being close to the beaches and coastal paths that draw most visitors here. Updated 9 November 2026 · Ratings from Google; [how we list](https://staycation.co.uk/about#how-we-list) We list **15** campsites in Stranraer. 13 have a Google rating, averaging 4.7/5. ## Best for [Dog-friendly 6](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/dog-friendly) [Glamping 5](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/glamping) [Lodges 6](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/lodges) [Caravan parks 12](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/caravan-parks) [Motorhomes 12](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/motorhomes) [Tents 14](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/tent-camping) ## Most recommended campsites in Stranraer Ranked by Google rating weighted by the number of reviews (4.3+ from at least 15 reviews). - [1 Sands of Luce Holiday Park ★ 4.8 · 718 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/sands-of-luce-holiday-park) - [2 New England Bay Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.6 · 535 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/new-england-bay-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) - [3 Coorie Retreats ★ 4.9 · 299 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/coorie-retreats) - [4 Aird Donald Caravan Park ★ 4.5 · 267 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/aird-donald-caravan-park) - [5 Ryan Bay Holiday Park ★ 4.4 · 238 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/ryan-bay-holiday-park) - [6 Clashwhannon Caravan Park ★ 4.6 · 182 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/clashwhannon-caravan-park) - [7 Castle Bay Holiday and Residential Park ★ 4.5 · 196 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/castle-bay-holiday-and-residential-park) - [8 North Rhinns Camping ★ 4.9 · 109 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/north-rhinns-camping) [✨ Glamping Dumfries and Galloway Aird Donald Caravan Park Caravan and motorhome park near Stranraer with grass and hardstanding pitches with electric hook-up, plus separate tent field and glamping, one mile from town amenities. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/aird-donald-caravan-park) [✨ Glamping 🐾 Dogs from £25 Dumfries and Galloway Ryan Bay Holiday Park Ryan Bay Holiday Park near Stranraer offers electric pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes, plus glamping pods, with dogs welcome and highly-regarded shower facilities. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/ryan-bay-holiday-park) [Dumfries & Galloway · 2.7 mi away Greenloch House Certified Location RV park near Stranraer with showers, offering 12 pitches in a small, quiet setting. 🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping/greenloch-house-certified-location) [🐾 Dogs Dumfries and Galloway Greenloch House Greenloch House near Stranraer takes tents, caravans and motorhomes in rural Dumfries and Galloway, with on-site restaurant, cafe and dogs welcome. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/greenloch-house) [Dumfries & Galloway · 3.5 mi away Wigbay Holiday Park RV park near Stranraer with shower facilities, steps from Wig Bay beach. 🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping/wigbay-holiday-park) [Dumfries & Galloway · 4.2 mi away Cairnryan Heights Holiday Park Caravan park near Stranraer with shower facilities, a short walk from Cairnryan Ferry Terminal.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping/cairnryan-heights-holiday-park) [🛖 Lodges Dumfries and Galloway Drumlochart Caravan Park Drumlochart Caravan Park near Stranraer accepts tents, caravans and motorhomes in countryside with red squirrels and deer, plus a summer swimming pool and on-site bar. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/drumlochart-caravan-park) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges Dumfries and Galloway Coorie Retreats Eco-glamping retreat near Stranraer with stylish cabins and domes, each featuring wood-fired hot tubs, outdoor cinema and pizza ovens in Dumfries and Galloway countryside.](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/coorie-retreats) ### Prefer a roof and a hot shower? Browse our handpicked hotels and B&Bs in Stranraer. [Hotels in Stranraer →](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/hotels) ### Campsites within 20 miles Including nearby destinations, closest first. [North Rhinns Camping 5 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/north-rhinns-camping) [Galloway Point Holiday Park 5.2 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/portpatrick/camping/galloway-point-holiday-park) [Sunnymeade Caravan Park 5.3 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/portpatrick/camping/sunnymeade-caravan-park) [Castle Bay Holiday and Residential Park 5.5 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/castle-bay-holiday-and-residential-park) [Glenwhan Gardens 5.6 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/glenwhan-gardens) [Portpatrick Farm Holidays 5.7 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/portpatrick-farm-holidays) [Sands of Luce Holiday Park 6.6 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/camping/sands-of-luce-holiday-park) [Knockneen Croft 7.5 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/kirkcolm/camping/knockneen-croft) [The Galloway Steading 8.3 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/camping/the-galloway-steading-newton-stewart) [Glenluce Caravan Park 8.8 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping/glenluce-caravan-park) ### 🏨 Rather not camp? Stays in Stranraer 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%3DStranraer%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link ## Things to do in Stranraer The best-reviewed of 6 we list · [see them all](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/attractions) [Logan Botanic Garden ★ 4.8 · 1,649 reviews Scotland's most exotic garden showcases rare southern hemisphere plants thriving in a mild coastal microclimate, with tree ferns and palms creating a subtropical paradise at Port Logan.](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/attractions/logan-botanic-garden) [Agnew Park ★ 4.5 · 915 reviews A wheelchair-accessible park in Stranraer offering families outdoor play space with convenient parking and toilet facilities, though picnics aren't permitted and baby changing isn't available.](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/attractions/agnew-park) [Castle Kennedy Gardens ★ 4.6 · 338 reviews Discover sweeping landscapes across 75 acres where historic ruins meet tranquil lochs and manicured grounds in Galloway, with family-friendly activities including bird feeder making workshops.](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/attractions/castle-kennedy-gardens) [Ryan Leisure Centre ★ 4.3 · 241 reviews This Fairhurst Road leisure facility offers swimming and fitness activities, though visitors should note limited accessibility features and amenities are currently available on-site.](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/attractions/ryan-leisure-centre) ## Where to eat in Stranraer The best-reviewed of 30 we list · [see them all](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/restaurants) [Glenwhan Tearooms ★ 4.8 · 494 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/restaurants/glenwhan-tearooms) [Papa Rabs Restaurant ★ 4.6 · 417 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/restaurants/papa-rabs-restaurant) [Corsewall Social Hub ★ 4.6 · 411 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/restaurants/corsewall-social-hub) [Fig & Olive ★ 4.7 · 342 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/restaurants/fig-olive) ## Other places to stay in Stranraer ### [17 hotels and B&Bs →](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/hotels) - [Tigh Na Mara Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/hotels/tigh-na-mara-hotel) ★ 4.6 (866) - [Craignelder Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/hotels/craignelder-hotel) ★ 4.6 (543) - [North West Castle Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/hotels/north-west-castle-hotel) ★ 4.2 (822) ## Nearby towns [All of Dumfries and Galloway](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/camping) [Newton Stewart 18](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/camping) [Dumfries 12](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/camping) [Castle Douglas 11](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping) [Dalbeattie 8](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/camping) [Kirkcudbright 6](https://staycation.co.uk/kirkcudbright/camping) [Annan 6](https://staycation.co.uk/annan/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 Stranraer?+ We list 15 campsites in Stranraer. 13 of them have a Google rating, averaging 4.7 out of 5. What are the most recommended campsites in Stranraer?+ Weighing Google rating against the number of reviews, the most recommended are Sands of Luce Holiday Park (4.8/5 from 718 reviews), New England Bay Caravan and Motorhome Club Site (4.6/5 from 535 reviews) and Coorie Retreats (4.9/5 from 299 reviews). Are there dog-friendly campsites in Stranraer?+ Yes. We list 6 in Stranraer, including Ryan Bay Holiday Park, Clashwhannon Caravan Park and Castle Bay Holiday and Residential Park. Are there glamping sites in Stranraer?+ Yes. We list 5 in Stranraer, including Coorie Retreats, Aird Donald Caravan Park and Ryan Bay Holiday Park. Are there holiday parks with lodges in Stranraer?+ Yes. We list 6 in Stranraer, including Sands of Luce Holiday Park, Coorie Retreats and Clashwhannon Caravan Park. ⛺ Know a campsite in Stranraer that's missing? Run one yourself or know a good one? Suggest it and we'll review it for the site. Listings are free. 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