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Sands Caravan And Camping
Sands Caravan And Camping
Gairloch
Highlands (Browse area)
IV21 2DL
Tel: 01445 712152
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Pitches: 250
Open: 29/03/2026 to 26/10/2026
25/03/2027 to 25/10/2027
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
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| Activities |
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 No Outdoor Pool |
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| Other Features |
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Helencree |
12 reviews from this member |
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 Fabulous, Staff are very friendly and helpful.
The site is amazing and gorgeous. Toilet and Shower blocks were clean and lots of them.
Beware, winds do get strong very suddenly, our tent and many others were wrecked, tie downs a must.
Midges were a pain but the site is doing all it can to combat this and there is a room to eat and cook in if needed.
I highly recommend this site, just be careful. 
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
Unit: Other |
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| Reviewer: Rvdude |
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We visited here for a long weekend in July to try out our new RV before heading to France a couple of weeks later but we loved it that much we cancelled our trip and came back for 2 weeks in August.
The staff are very helpful and the site is huge with plenty of toilet / shower blocks, washing and laundry facilities. The service point for the Motorhomes is top class with easy access off the road (so you don't cause a traffic jam when using it) Our RV is 36 foot long and the site is perfect for manoeuvring in.
The views are great and the beach is outstanding. We cant wait till the season starts again in April and the kids keep asking when we are going back. The next time we go we will be Bringing our tow-along as there are only two taxis in the area and one had been put off the road when we were there so we didn't get the full potential out of the surrounding area.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: S_Parker |
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Last visited this site over 15 years ago as a teenager and have now returned with my young children, and it is still excellent!
Site shop is well stocked, the staff are all very friendly and helpful.
Both beach & playground are excellent for the kids.
Toilet Blocks are very clean, although the block in the tent area still has the same fittings as my last visit, except the showers are now free and not 20p!
The site is positioned by sand dunes, close to the shore so generally has a sea breeze to keep the midges away - repellent is a must.
Ideal base for canoeists, wind surfers, kite surfers and walkers. Loch Maree and the Torrodin fells are only a short drive away.
Highly recommended and will gladly visit again.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: GriffReed |
4 reviews from this member |
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Lovely site. Very efficient and informative staff on arrival. Tent sites are in an extensive area away from caravans and statics.Although campervans do seem to fall into tent classification! You can be as close or as far away form facilities as you want and still remain a short stroll from the beach.
Playpark was a great size (not huge but had enough) for the children and kept them occupied when setting up or dismantling.
Shower / toilet blocks were more that adequate.Did look like ageing swimming pool facilities but clean, warm and water hot. Push button shower controls were a little annoying as on a very short cycle (or needed pressed in all the time) but someone had hooked up an ingenious cable tie in one that I used which worked like a dream!
Great indoor area for cooking / eating if weather turned for the worse. Would say this was the most social area of the site as you can be pitched quite a distance from anyone else.
Good shop.Well stocked.Decent prices - very handy as you are a bit out of Gairloch. Certainly were not ripping you off for being an on site facility!
Would go back and stay longer. Was windy but that blew the midgies away and hey it's right on the coast of West of Scotland so wind is expected and anything that blows the midgies away is welcome!
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Novice1 |
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This site is in one of the loveliest locations you could imagine - metres from the beach, among the sprawling sand dunes. Arriving at reception, you are given a map of the large site and a list of 'rules' to make everyone's stay more enjoyable.
The toilet and shower facilities are excellent and plenty of them - you may have to queue in the morning for a shower but if you leave it a bit later then no problems. The site has a well stocked shop - you can even place an order for the bakery for breakfast.
You are asked to pitch approx 7 metres from the next nearest tent. This does give you privacy but sometimes the site lacked the friendliness you would normally find on smaller sites. I have to say that the midges were out in force and meant that sitting with a glass of wine watching the sunset was almost impossible.
The site has installed midge machines but I don't think they make much difference. The close proximity to the beach makes it ideal if you have children - you do have to be careful as the wind can whip up quickly so I would not let my kids go unsupervised, even teenagers. The site had a play park for younger children which was great - my only criticism was that some of the kids were on the Flying Fox before 7 in the morning and the creaking and whirring of the wire wasn't conducive to sleep!
There were lots of dogs on the site and everyone seemed to keep them well under control and clean up after them which was great.
The site is a bit away from the town but the shop on site stocks most items. There are plenty of things to do in the surrounding areas eg trip on the glass bottomed boat in Gairloch, stunning drive to the lighthouse (now a hostel) at Rua Reidh and there is a lovely little coffee shop in Poolewe about 20 - 30 mins drive away which is well worth a visit.
Would definitely return to this site if I could find a deterrent for the midges!
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| Date of Visit: June 2009 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Reviewer: Lateagain |
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We passed up the Gairloch site as it looked crowded and pressed on to this one. ONLY disadvantage is distance from town.
This is how a site should be run. Best toilet and shower facilities and in immaculate condition every time I went in them. Loads of room (handy with a dog) and asked to pitch at least 7 metres away from anyone else. Hook ups well placed and despite rolling meadows there are plenty of level areas to park a camper/mobilehome. Shop on site.
This site has a bit of everything. Statics, cabins, vans, mobiles, tents etc and uses it's area imaginatively with selective mowing to outline areas for each. Very natural and no signs required. Dunes and a wonderful beach for the kids and families and whilst in the office they looked up a forecast for some kayakers on their PC. Very friendly, excellent value and of course those unbeatable West Highland views.
Unless you want the town itself I'd choose this for Gairloch.
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| Date of Visit: April 2009 |
Unit: Other |
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| Reviewer: Gil16e |
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We are just back from a stunning 2 night break at Sand's, we stayed in one of the large wigwam's which were great for us (family of 4) and to be honest I really cannot recommend the accommodation or site highly enough. The toilet's on site were great, always plenty of hot water and very clean.
Gairloch itself is a lovely wee town and the drive into it really is something to behold - we will be back again a few time's this year!
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| Date of Visit: August 2008 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Whittsy |
4 reviews from this member |
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Had this site recommended to us and it did not disappoint.
Touring pitches for caravans are up away from the dunes and are quite exposed to the wind - good thing as it keeps the midges at bay.
Toilet facilities are a plenty and there is an excellent playpark and well stocked shop onsite.
The sunsets over the Outer Hebrides from the road to Red Point are a must to catch if you are lucky !
Very family friendly and the kids were delighted with the beach - as was the dog !
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| Date of Visit: August 2007 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Nitanitro |
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Went here in 2007 so DH could relive his childhood. His family went here every year from when he was about 6 until he was 16 so it had been about 15 years since he'd last been.
We had a fantastic time, the inlaws came in their caravan and there was loads of space for the kids to run safely outside the caravans. The Cameron's are very friendly and made us all very welcome. The drive in has stunning views. The beach just over the dunes was wonderful and we spent a few brilliant afternoons here. Also went out to Red Point (?) and played 'golf' on a deserted Gairloch Beach just behind the golf club.
The pub at Badachro Bay was lovely as was the food. Some lovely little shops down by the harbour. Also visited the farmers market nearby which was small but very friendly and definitely worth the trip if you like home grown, home made produce.
Definitely worth a visit!
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| Date of Visit: August 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Scottish_lass |
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Our third visit a lovely spacious site. Facilities are good/clean and they now have a sheltered area to cook in etc, staff are friendly & helpful there are free freezer storage for cool blocks or you can pay 20p per block if you want it left in the shop. Shop open late and well stocked, up until this year we have always caught fish off the pier in Gairloch which is a busy pier but wonderful views. There are also a couple of resident seals so it is often a fight to see who wins the fish.
The midgees are often out and can be a great nuisance but as it is mostly breezy on site this keeps them to a minimum. The only draw back we found was the wind which each year has gotten the better of us as we have a large family tent so it is advisable to pick a sheltered spot.
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| Date of Visit: July 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Tinsoldier |
3 reviews from this member |
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Literally in the door from a 10 day break at this fantastic site.
Our party of 5 adults,6 kids and 4 dogs had a great time,and as a bonus the first 5 days were baking hot.A very spacious site with ample room for tents,caravans & motor homes,just off a lovely beach with a great view across to Skye.
There was a small problem when we first arrived getting 2 electric hook ups together which we had requested when we booked,but this was quicky and efficiently sorted for us - staff were first class.
If you can pop into the Millcroft Hotel in Gairloch - excellent bar lunches at a very reasonable price.
All in all a great holiday at a great site,which I will return to in the future.
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| Date of Visit: July 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Mamee |
6 reviews from this member |
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Just returned from this site in a mixed bag of weather. My kids loved it's location next to a brilliant beach. Views out to the Isle of Skye and over to Harris.
Pitches laid out on the croft, by clever mowing of the flatter areas to form small groups / single pitches with roads and paths running between. It makes for a less cluttered atmosphere and provides a bit of privacy.
Toilet block clean, although shut for an hour a day for this, which meant a longer walk to the next block but great facilities, although hot water could be too hot at times!
There was also a room for cooking, eating and dishwashing which was fantastic in the cold wet windy weather. You can also recharge phones etc here (or in the kids cases Nintendo DS's!)
The kids also loved the playpark with the Flying Fox.
Site shop reasonably priced, managed to find lemon cookies in there which I had as a child and have loved, but have not been able to find since.
We nipped into Gairloch one night for a fish supper but at 8.20pm were too late, the shop closed at 8pm! Next day went for a wander there, visiting the Mountain book shop which, for a small villlage, has a great selection. It had been a few years since I was last in Gairloch but the character has not changed too much (although didn't see any shops selling knitting wool any longer which they used to have there!)
Remember a dustpan and brush as the sand is fine and sticks to everything and the tent floor does need it when you have youngsters.
I will definitely be back to this site.
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| Date of Visit: July 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Gallivanter |
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What a great site. We normally camp wild with a portaloo at another beach in Wester Ross so this was luxurious for us with 3 toilet blocks, showers, electric hook ups for tents, washing up area, sheltered washing up and cooking area with hob, fridge and freezer. There was even a big sink for bathing toddlers in and a family wet room with Mira shower and toilet and a similar disabled wash room. Water was always warm and showers free and clean.
Good laundrette with spinner if you didn't want to use the tumble dryers. The shop was good and opening hours excellent (not many shops are open in this area on a Sunday!) They stocked everything you could want including camping gear and the freshly baked bread and croissants etc in the morning was a nice touch. The staff were very friendly too.
The campsite is big and well spread out amongst the dunes and there are no real rules apart from having to pitch at least 20ft from your neighbour so not cramped in. Just over the dunes is a beautiful beach with views to the Isle of Skye.
The kids loved the park with the flying fox and the area is very friendly and safe - the kids played until 11pm at the park! Dogs and kids under 5 are free but dogs must be kept on a lead.
We enjoyed watching the sheep being sheered behind the shop and the TV room meant I could sneak off and watch the big brother eviction! Just a bit further along the road from the campsite there is a small village called Melvaig (not Mallaig as in previous review!) and a bit further on is Rua Reidh lighthouse which is worth a visit. We also enjoyed walking up to Flowerdale Waterfall. You can do as much or as little as you like in this area and we enjoyed a relaxing break. Fresh fish and seafood sold on the pier every day and I enjoyed my Scallops on the BBQ which had been hand dived an hour before. There's also a little river running through the site and the kids caught tadpoles - we also saw a seal and Minke Whale!
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| Date of Visit: June 2008 |
Unit: Other |
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| Reviewer: Flowerybap |
6 reviews from this member |
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We have just come back from 2 weeks at this site staying in a large wigwam.
This site is beautiful as it is right on the beach overlooking Longa Island and Skye behind it. The wigwam was great, with electricity and proper beds (we needed a bit of luxury as am six months pregnant). The toilets were always immaculate but cold although the showers were really nice and warm. I think there is a heated shower block but am guessing it was over by the caravans. There is a washing up area with fridges, freezer and and an electric hob (£1 for 20 mins I think).
The shop was well stocked but not great opening hours. We found a great pub up the road in Malaig (out of campsite and turn left) where we could take our dog (the food was great & owners really friendly) and there was also a dog-friendly pub in Badachro overlooking the harbour(south of Gairloch) which served nice looking food (we only had a drink in this one). Overall fantastic site on lovely beach
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| Date of Visit: September 2007 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Struangrove |
5 reviews from this member |
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We absolutely LOVED this site!
Friendly people, clean and tidy site. The toilet/shower block that was closest to us was just re-furbished, so was warm, fresh clean and modern. The showers cubicles are spacious, with the showers being hot! (Great!)
The shop was excellent.Well stocked with every day items.And the fresh bread every morning?! Fantastic! I think we bought a warm loaf and pastries every day! (We were on holiday!)
There was a group of us here at the same time.2 caravans, both with awnings and a tent. We were basically told to pitch up wherever we liked! So we were all close together. Picnic tables scattered around the site for anyone to use too.
Laundry facilities reasonably priced and I did washing before going home.
Games room on site, basic but good for the variety of the site!
Definitely be back this year!
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