Wick River Campsite
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- Sheltered and peaceful pitches on the banks of the Wick River
- A 10-minute walk to Wick; 25 minutes' drive to John o' Groats
- Part of a community enterprise
Site type
30
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 1 Apr to
Open from Wed, 1 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Electric grass pitch (XL)
8 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35
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Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (large)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35
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Electric gravel touring pitch (XL)
8 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36.50
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Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38.50
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9.2/10
Non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, motorcyclist, no cars)
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 2.5m width × 3m depth (7.5m²)
Arrival daysFrom £17
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Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £27
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Reviews
92% would recommend this site to a friend
90% would stay here again
What customers say
This community-run campsite is praised for its excellent, modern facilities and friendly, helpful staff. Its picturesque riverside location offers pleasant walks into Wick town. While pitches are generally spacious and well-maintained, some visitors noted the temporary facilities required upgrading, though new facilities are planned. The site is considered a great base for exploring the NC500 and surrounding areas.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Walking distance to town…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Walking distance to town
Disliked Beautiful toilet block all seats were insecure very bad smell of excrement
From toilet block think it must be a drainage problem also think owners aware as all doors in open position with heating on
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Really great site with sitting area and plugs for campers. The people…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, motorcyclist, no cars)
Liked Really great site with sitting area and plugs for campers. The people who work there are lovely. Showers and facilities very clean
Disliked Pitch was very muddy and went onto a playground so all we could hear were kids until late at night and early in the morning which wasn’t great :(
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From the manager: Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you back again sometime in the future.
I am not sure which Pitch near the play park was muddy? We have had a lot of rain lately so possibly the ground is softer than normal. As we say to all of our guests, if you are unhappy with your pitch for some reason, please come and see the wardens at reception and they will do their utmost to move you to another pitch.
Highly recommend using this as a base to visit the surrounding area.
Electric grass pitch (XL)
Liked Great locaction by Wick river and a short walk into town. Friendly staff and the facilities were really good. Plenty of showers.
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From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you back again sometime in the future.
Excellent facilities and friendly staff. Very clean site
Electric gravel touring pitch (XL)
Liked Facilities, pitch space. Motorhome service points
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very good facilities incl provision of bbq Very friendly staff Good location - close…
Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (large)
Liked Very good facilities incl provision of bbq
Very friendly staff
Good location - close to town but beside the river and overlooking fields
Disliked Our pitch was close to play zone so a bit noisy with kids
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From the manager: Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you back again sometime in the future.
If you had spoken to reception they may have been able to move you to a pitch further away from the play area.
If anyone arrives on site and does not like their pitch we will do our utmost if possible to move you to a more suitable pitch if one is available.
Excellent site friendly staff clean toilets/shower
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Everything everything about the site
Disliked Nothing
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The shop was lovely. And staff very friendly.…
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked The shop was lovely. And staff very friendly.
Disliked The facilities were very busy and as a result not very clean. Also people continually walked across our pitch. We ended our stay after 1 night instead of staying the three we had booked for these reasons and the very large amount of midgies
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From the manager: We are sorry you did not enjoy your stay. As can be seen from nearly every other review, our toilets are normally spotless and most people respect the facilities that we have provided for them and clean up after themselves, however this is not always the case, and we cannot emply a cleaner 24 hours a day.
Regarding people walking across your pitch, we can only apologise aboutn this, but this is outwith our control and is down to individual guests on site.
Regarding the midges, we are in the Scottish Highlands so do occassionally get them. We are not infested with them but they may appear when there is no breeze in the early evening (which is not very often in Wick), but we do stock a good selection of midge and insect repellents and midge nets in our shop.
Great campsite. Great facilities. Showers, toilets, electric, hairdryer, waste disposal. Tidy and…
Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (large)
Liked Great campsite. Great facilities. Showers, toilets, electric, hairdryer, waste disposal. Tidy and clean. Friendly staff.
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From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you back again sometime in the future.
Excellent place to stay
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked The staff were very friendly the toilet and shower block was very clean and all the amenities you need are on site
Disliked There was nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you back again sometime in the future.
Sauberer, moderner kleiner Platz in ruhiger Umgebung. Die Mitarbeiter sind sehr positiv…
Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (large)
Liked Sauberer, moderner kleiner Platz in ruhiger Umgebung. Die Mitarbeiter sind sehr positiv und äußerst freundlich und hilfsbereit.
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From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you back again sometime in the future.
Translated: A clean, modern little place in a quiet environment. The staff are very positive and extremely friendly and helpful.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
Wick River Campsite
Riverside Drive
Janetstown
Wick
Caithness
Scotland
KW1 5SP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
58.44313°N
3.10545°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunnet | 14.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Thurso | 18.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The Castle & Gardens of Mey 14.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Staxigoe to Noss Head 2 mi
Noss Head and Sinclair and Girnigoe Castles 2.9 mi
The Stacks of Duncansby 14.1 mi
BLAR NAM FAOILEAG (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 19/02/1999) 14.6 mi
Dwarwick to Castletown 15.5 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Wick River Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wick River Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wick River Campsite? Wick, of course, is the place to start – you can walk into the centre of town to visit the Wick Heritage Centre, grab a dram or two at Pulteney Distillery or … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wick River Campsite?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Please select the relevant extra if you wish to arrive between 8pm and 10pm.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Wick River Campsite? From £17 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.