West Highland Way Campsite

West Highland Way Campsite Overview

You know what surprised me most about West Highland Way Campsite? It’s not just another patch of grass where you pitch your tent and hope for the best. I mean, I’ve done my fair share of camping along Scotland’s trails, and honestly, this place operates on a completely different level – there’s a reason it’s earned those five stars, which is pretty unusual for a campsite if we’re being honest.

The moment you arrive (and the check-in process is refreshingly straightforward, by the way), you can tell someone actually thought about what tired hikers need after a long day on the trail. The facilities are spotless – I’m talking hotel-standard shower blocks that actually have consistent hot water and proper water pressure. The pitches themselves are well-drained and level, which might not sound exciting until you’ve spent a night rolling downhill in your sleeping bag on poorly maintained grounds elsewhere. What really impressed me was the attention to detail: sheltered areas for cooking when the Scottish weather decides to be… well, Scottish, and proper washing-up stations that don’t leave you fighting for space with a dozen other campers.

The staff here actually know the West Highland Way inside and out, which makes such a difference when you’re planning your next day’s hike or wondering if that dodgy-looking cloud formation means you should pack extra waterproofs. They’ll tell you about the tricky bits coming up, where to stop for the best views (there’s this one spot about three miles north that most guidebooks don’t mention), and which local pub does the best recovery meal. The campsite shop stocks all the essentials you might have forgotten or consumed faster than expected – proper hiking snacks, not just overpriced chocolate bars. I appreciated that they understood the rhythm of trail life: early bedtimes, earlier wake-ups, and the desperate need for somewhere to dry out soggy gear. The drying rooms are a godsend during the wetter months, and there are enough power points to charge all your devices without having to negotiate with fellow campers. Sure, it’s not the cheapest option along the route, but when you’re getting consistently good nights’ sleep and starting each day feeling properly refreshed rather than stiff and grumpy, it’s absolutely worth the extra few pounds.

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