Stay the Night

Looking to Stay the Night in one of our forests? Our Stay the Night scheme now runs right through the year.

This means self-contained motorhomes and campervans can park overnight for one night in some of our car parks. 

Plan your stay

Which vehicles can stay

Stay the Night is only for vehicles that include accommodation and toilet facilities, such as:

• self-contained motorhomes
• campervans

Pop-up tents or toilets beside vehicles are not allowed.

Only nine participating car parks are suitable for large vehicles (over 7m length and caravans). At sites that permit caravans, capacity is limited, and they take up two spaces. Check the details for specific car parks before travelling.

Please note, the Stay the Night scheme operates on a first come first served basis. 

When you can stay

Throughout the year. However, over winter a reduction in the number of participating car parks. We may also have to make changes during the year, so always check our Stay the Night destination list for up-to-date information.

Where you can stay 

Find participating destinations by:

• browsing a list of Stay the Night destinations    

Alternatively, you can check the VisitScotland website for nearby campsites.

You can stay for:

• one night only
• between 6pm and 10am

Please note, you must not return to the same car park to stay overnight within 48 hours. We ask visitors to keep noise levels down, especially between 10pm to 7am.

When you arrive

Park safely and leave at least 4m between you and your neighbour. 

Stay off verges and make sure not to block other:

• vehicles
• gates
• trails

Please do not use generators – these can disturb wildlife and other visitors.

Fees

It costs £10 to Stay the Night at the majority of participating car parks.

It costs £13 to Stay the Night at the following sites with chemical waste disposal:

• Achnabreac
• Strone Hill
• Bridge of Orchy
• Glen Lochy (includes use of Strone Hill or Bridge of Orchy chemical waste) 

It costs £5 to drop-off chemical waste only. Visit CAMPA for advice on waste disposal sites in Scotland

How to pay

Payment can be made through RingGo. 

You can pay by:

• RingGo app
• phoning +44 (0)131 239 0000 

At sites with poor signal, you’ll have up to 72 hours after your visit to pay.

Blue Badge holders 

Can Stay the Night for free with a valid badge. Please clearly display your Blue Badge on your vehicle windscreen.

Stay the Night rules

Make sure that you:

• don't start fires or use barbecues
• take all rubbish away with you
• keep dogs on a lead or under close control
• please pick up your dog’s waste and dispose of this appropriately

Browse all Stay the Night destinations

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