Glenmore Campsite

Overview

Set within Glenmore Forest Park at roughly 300 meters elevation, Glenmore Campsite is classic Highland camping: towering Caledonian pines, big Cairngorm mountain views, and a genuine sandy beach at Loch Morlich right on your doorstep. It’s a rare blend of forest, mountain and beach in one base, and it stays open year‑round, drawing summer beach‑goers and winter skiers alike.

Why It’s Special

• You can wander from your pitch straight onto Loch Morlich’s Blue Flag sandy shores.
• The scenery is the full Cairngorms package: mountains rising over pinewoods, heather, and open water.
• It’s a popular base for both easy lochside strolls and higher‑energy days on nearby trails or the ski area.

Facilities & Setup

• Around 200+ marked pitches across forest and sandier open areas, with a mix of non‑electric and electric hook‑up options.
• Two large heated toilet/shower blocks, plus dishwashing, laundry, chemical waste disposal and a motorhome service point.
• Handy extras: adjacent café, and a small shop and bus stop a short walk away (about 250 yards). Barbecues can be restricted in dry spells due to fire risk.
• Expect a lively, in‑demand site in peak times; the most coveted forest pitches can be a walk from the facilities, so plan accordingly.

Wildlife

Glenmore’s ancient pinewoods support classic Highland species. Keep an eye out for red squirrels and deer moving through the trees, and listen for crossbills. Around the loch and forest edge, birdlife can include ospreys in season and a variety of woodland birds.

How It Feels

The atmosphere swings from tranquil woodland hush to busy holiday energy depending on the season. Families, backpackers, and vanlifers all mix here. On warm days the beach buzzes; on still evenings the loch turns mirror‑calm and the pines glow.

Practical Tips

• Expect changeable Highland weather even in summer; nights can feel cool at this elevation.
• Forest pitches give privacy and shelter; open sandy pitches catch more sun and sky.
• Phone and TV signal are unreliable and there’s no site Wi‑Fi—download maps and plans in advance.
• Bring midge repellent in summer; calm, warm conditions can bring the biters out.

Best Time to Visit

• Summer and winter ski periods are the busiest; book early. For a quieter stay, target shoulder months or midweek.
• Early mornings and late evenings are best for peaceful lochside walks and photography.
• Winter works well if you’re here to ski, but come prepared for cold and snow.