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2020 / 2021 Camping in the National Park Campachadh anns a’ Phàirc Nàiseanta Proud camping partner of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park lochlomond-trossachs.org/camping Camping at Loch Lubnaig Camping in the National Park Camping is a fantastic way to experience the great outdoors and connect with the unique environment of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Whether you’re an experienced camper or a first timer; coming on your own or taking the kids, there’s every kind of camping experience on offer here. Loch Achray Campsite There’s a wide choice of places to camp in the National Park. Pitch up at a campsite along an idyllic lochshore or river, or for those who prefer the solitude of ‘wild camping’ away from the hustle and bustle, there are plenty of places to immerse yourself in some of the most spectacular scenery in Scotland. Whichever way you choose, please ensure you do it respectfully and responsibly. Leave no trace and always follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code - a practical guide to help everyone enjoy the outdoors responsibly: www.outdooracccess-scotland.com Loch Achray Loch Achray & Loch Venachar from Ben Venue East Loch Lomond Pick your Pitch There are a wide range of campsites throughout the National Park offering different levels of facilities. From campsites with hot showers and electric hook ups, to sites with basic facilities such as fresh water and toilets. Locations that offer a more basic camping experience include The Cabin, a small site on the shores of Loch Lubnaig and the National Park’s campsites at Loch Chon and Loch Achray, both in The Trossachs. On Loch Lomond there is a small campsite on the beautiful island of Inchcailloch and on the shores of east Loch Lomond the campsite at Sallochy Bay, owned by Forestry and Land Scotland, offers woodland pitches next to the West Highland Way and the lochshore. The cost of a pitch will vary depending on the level of facilities on offer at a specific location. The map overleaf shows places to camp in the National Park. For more information go to: lochlomond-trossachs.org/camping Loch Achray Strathfillan Inchcailloch from Conic Hill Going Wild If you love the solitude of ‘wild camping’ there are plenty of great places to experience a night under the stars and the spectacular scenery of the National Park. Scotland’s access legislation means that everyone can camp wherever access rights apply, as long as it’s done responsibly. In the National Park seasonal camping byelaws apply in certain areas, which means in these places, between 1st March and 30th September you must camp in a campsite or designated permit area. Find out more in the ‘Camping Byelaws: What you need to know’ section. Inchcailloch summit The Scottish Outdoor Access Code says ‘wild camping’ is lightweight, done in small numbers and only for two or three nights in any one place. If you are ‘wild camping’ help to avoid causing problems for local people and land managers by not camping in enclosed fields of crops or farm animals, and by keeping well away from buildings, roads or historic structures. Take extra care to avoid disturbing deer stalking. If you want to camp close to a house or building, seek the owner’s permission. See the ‘Respect Your Park’ guidance overleaf for top tips on camping responsibly. Sallochy Campsite Camping Byelaws: What you need to know Byelaws are in effect from 1st March to 30th September, to help manage camping and firelighting at some lochshore locations in the National Park. 125mm Front 300mm The byelaws help protect the environment and promote responsible enjoyment of these lochshores. The byelaws cover four Camping Management 570mm Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Zones, which make up less National Park is a special place. You are in a Camping Management Zone. From March to September than 4% of the National Park. camping is only permitted in campsites and permit areas. To find out where to camp, buy Between 1st March and a permit or book a pitch visit: www.lochlomond-trossachs.org 30th September to camp in Failure to comply with the Loch Lomond these Zones you must book & The Trossachs National Park Camping Management Byelaws 2017, between March and September, can result in a fine of up to £500. into a campsite or permit area, For more information call 01389 722001 so please plan ahead. Threshold Sign (Sign Type E) 300x570 AW.indd 3 15/12/2016 13:30 The locations of campsites, camping and motorhome permit areas, are shown on the map overleaf. The byelaws also cover irresponsible firelighting, including collecting firewood. If you have a fire, make sure you build it in a place where it will cause no damage or use a fire bowl. Bring your own wood, as collecting firewood has a damaging effect on wildlife in the area. Three Lochs Forest Drive Loch Lubnaig Camping Permit Areas Permit areas are natural stretches of land with no set pitches or facilities offering a ‘wild camping’ experience within the Camping Management Zones. Motorhome Permit Areas The National Park provides permit areas specifically for motorhomes and campervans at Three Lochs Forest Drive, Inveruglas and Firkin Point. These are designed for informal, short stays of a maximum of three nights. There are also a number of campsites that take motorhomes and campervans (see map overleaf). There are plenty of places on roadsides in the National Park to safely stop and rest on your journey. These are unaffected by the camping byelaws. Permits cost £3 per tent/motorhome/campervan, per night and can be bought online at: lochlomond-trossachs.org/camping Loch Chon Campsite If you are coming to camp in the National Park, particularly between March and September, please plan ahead. National Park Rangers will always offer advice on how and where to camp responsibly but please be aware that failure to comply with the byelaws could result in a report to the Procurator Fiscal and a fine of up to £500. If you are angling in the National Park please check if you need a fishing permit. For a list of places where you can buy fishing permits go to: lochlomond-trossachs.org/angling For detailed maps, further information about campsites and permit areas and to book in advance go to: lochlomond-trossachs.org/camping or contact us on tel: 01389 722001 Respect Your Park We want everyone to be able to make the most of the National Park. It’s an amazing place and we want it to stay that way. Here are our top tips for how to enjoy the National Park responsibly: Take your litter home[1] Never cut down or damage trees to make a fire[2] When nature calls - use a public toilet or ‘go’ well away (30m) from open water, bury your waste or bag it up and take it away Dispose of your fishing line responsibly Keep noise down and lights low after 10pm Be aware of road conditions and park your vehicle responsibly [1] It is a criminal offence to drop litter in the National Park which could lead to a fine. [2] The Camping Management Byelaws also cover irresponsible fire- lighting, including damaging firewood collection. Failure to comply with the byelaws could result in a fine of up to £500. WORKING TOGETHER FOR A SAFER NATIONAL PARK Luss Hills overlooking Loch Lomond Know the Code Greenland white-fronted geese Three Lochs Forest Drive Luss Hills overlooking Loch Lomond How to find us © Crown copyright and database right 2020. copyright © Crown 100031883. Ordnance Survey Main roads Stirling A84 & A811 Glasgow A82 Edinburgh M8 & A82 or M9 & A84/A811 Oban A85 & A82 or A85 & A819 & A83 Ferry routes McInroy’s Point, Gourock > Hunters Quay, Dunoon Western Ferries – car & foot passengers E: [email protected] T: 01369 704452 Please pass this Gourock > Dunoon, Town centre leaflet on to someone else Argyll Ferries – foot passenger only when you are E: [email protected] T: 0800 066 5000 finished with it or recycle it! Train stations in the National Park Explore the National Park from these stations: Balloch Dunbartonshire – Glasgow, Airdrie and Motherwell Tarbet Ardlui West Highland Line Crianlarich Glasgow to Oban, Fort William and Mallaig For more information visit www.scotrail.co.uk For information on public transport services contact Traveline Scotland on 0871 200 2233 or www.travelinescotland.com Photography by: Vango, Euan Myles, Ewen Kinninment, Vlad Turculet, Thom Ledingham. 03 2020 | CITP V6 Find out more visit our website www.lochlomond-trossachs.org/camping find us on facebook, follow us on twitter, watch us on youtube Three Lochs Forest Drive Camping Permit Areas Camping in the s TENTS 34 Coilessan National Park 30 35 Tarbet Isle 36 Suie field 29 Camping is a great way to enjoy Loch 37 Culag (beach) Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. 38 Lochan Maoil Dhuinne From March to September there are several different ways to 39 Loch Ard camp, either by responsible ‘wild camping’ outside of the Camping 40 Three Lochs Forest Drive C 5 Management Zones or by booking into a permit area or campsite 4 6 41 Three Lochs Forest Drive G if you want to stay within these Zones. 7 42 Three Lochs Forest Drive H In the rest of the National Park you can ‘wild camp’ 43 Three Lochs Forest Drive I as described in the Scottish Outdoor Access Code 44 Three Lochs Forest Drive J (www.outdooraccess-scotland.com) all year round. 45 Three Lochs Forest Drive M 56 To learn more about camping in the National Park 27 53 54 55 46 Three Lochs Forest Drive P and to book camping permits or campsites go to: 28 47 Three Lochs Forest Drive Q www.lochlomond-trossachs.org/camping BREADALBANE 48 Loch Achray South 57 49 Loch Venachar North Shore B Key