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Cashel Campsite, Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, Scotland

There can be no more captivating place than Loch Lomond in the early morning; majestic mountains sweeping down to the gentle lake shore, surrounded by the perfection of the Trossachs National Park. This is a very special place that touches the hearts of all who visit.

Cashel is an open campsite located right on the shores of the famous Loch Lomond with unrivalled views of the peaceful loch and lush surroundings of the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park. The campsite provides ultimate seclusion, and is very popular with campers looking for peace and harmony, wrapped up in nature’s best.

The woods, mountains, lochs and coasts of this area are rich in wildlife and if you are lucky, you may spot one of the many native animals from the comfort of your tent including otters, osprey, water vole, deer, red squirrel or the visually and vocally impressive capercaillie. The capercaille or ‘horse of the woods’ as it is better known, is the world’s biggest grouse.

There are plenty of activities available at the campsite and campers can launch their boats directly from the site, or rent a boat nearby, to explore the many islands located the length and breadth of the famous waterway. In addition, there are numerous enchanting footpaths in and around the site, with the West Highland Way passing the entrance. For the more adventurous, the distinctive mountain of Ben Lomond is nearby providing endless exploration for the more active camper. There is also a small children’s playground for our younger campers.

Balmaha is just three miles away and offers a traditional village pub as well as a boat yard which has boats for hire as well as fishing trips and cruises available. Nearby attractions include Go Ape! and Loch Lomond Shores at Balloch, which has its own Sealife Centre.

There is a shop on site which offers takeaway coffee and provides essentials for campers. Dogs are welcome on this site and there are toilet and shower blocks.

Please note during the summer months there are midges on this campsite, click here for more information.

Pitch types at Cashel

There are 168 pitches at Cashel, made up of standard, premium, and select pitch types.

Campsite pricing and seasons 2013

Low season Mid season High season Bank Holiday
Minimum pre-book stay (nights)
1 1 2 2
Low season Mid season High season Bank Holiday
Pitch price per night x 2 adults
Standard (basic grass pitch)
£16.10 £18.60 £21.70 £24.20
Premium (electricity and/or hardstanding)
£21.20 £23.70 £26.70 £29.90
Select (large pitch with picnic table)
£23.70 £26.20 £29.20 £32.50
XL Pitches
£3.00 £6.00 £9.00 £12.00
Qualifying Rally Price (10-29)
£10.50 £12.50 n/a n/a
Qualifying Rally Price (30+)
£8.00 £10.00 n/a n/a
Low season Mid season High season Bank Holiday
Pitch Supplements per night
Extra adult supplement
£5.00 £5.50 £6.50 £6.50
Extra child supplement
£3.00 £3.50 £4.00 £4.00
Visitors per person
£2.00 £2.00 £2.00 £2.00
Visitors car per vehicle
£3.00 £3.00 £3.00 £3.00
Pitch Extras
£5.00 £5.00 £5.00 £5.00
Gazebos
£10.00 £10.00 £10.00 £10.00
Low season Mid season High season Bank Holiday
Discounts
Family Discounts
Y Y Y Y
Single Campers
Y Y Y n/a
Mid Week Discount
Y Y Y Y
Camping and Caravanning Club Members Discount (15%)
Y Y Y Y
Backpacker Rate (50%)
Y Y Y n/a
Age Concession Rate (20%)*
Y Y N N

Age Concession rate of 20% is off the price of a standard pitch if you are aged 60 years or over. You may upgrade your pitch subject to availability, but ACR will not be available on upgraded pitches at high season weekends at Holmsley, Postern Hill, Cobleland, Christchurch, Spiers House and Setthorns.

Seasons - for season dates click here

XL Units - Any caravan or motorhome exceeding 28.2ft (7.95m) or any tent, inclusive of guy ropes, that exceeds 5m x 8m. 

Pitch Extras - £5.00.

Family Discount - £1 per night discount applies to pitches occupied by 1 adult and up to 5 children or 2 adults and up to 4 children. 

Single Camper Discount - If there is only one person staying on the pitch, we offer a £2 per night discount (not applicable during bank holiday dates).

Camping and Caravanning Club Members Discount – 15% off per pitch/per night. 

Backpacker rate – 50% discount off standard rates.

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Cashel Campsite

Rowardennan G63 0AW Tel:01360 870234

Season opening

21 March - 28 October

Grid Ref: OS56 395940