Hillside Auckengill Campsite

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  • Small, peaceful tourer site with sea views at Auckengill in Caithness
  • On the North Coast 500 driving route; John O’Groats 10 minutes’ drive
  • Grass pitches surrounded by grazing animals; pub five minutes’ drive
With spectacular views over Caithness farmland to the North Sea, Hillside Auckengill Campsite is a peaceful spot to park up for the night when you’re heading around north Scotland on the NC500. It’s also a handy base if you’ve got an early-morning start for the Orkney Islands, as it’s only 15 minutes’ drive from Gills Bay ferry port. And thanks to its location in the rural village of Auckengill, 10 minutes’ drive from John O’Groats and five minutes from the sea, the site also makes a convenient spot for hanging around and exploring Caithness in more depth. It’s a breeze to get to as well, being easily accessed from the A99 trunk road. The handful of grass pitches here are surrounded by fields full of livestock and have access to a single bathroom containing a toilet and shower. There are plenty of local walks direct from the grass pitches for hikers and dog-walkers – you might like to follow sections of the fairly strenuous John O’Groats Trail (five minutes’ walk) or simply amble down to Keiss Beach (an hour). Foodwise, barbecues are permitted on site, but if you fancy a change of scenery, head to the pub in Keiss (five minutes’ drive) for some wholesome grub. Restock with supplies at the supermarkets in Wick (20 minutes).

Campground type

RV sites 9
Camper sites 9
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 152 Pitchup.com customers

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PeacefulRemote location

95% would recommend this campground to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

This small, peaceful campground offers beautiful views and is highly recommended for overnight stays or as a stop on the NC500. Reviewers consistently praise the exceptionally clean and well-maintained restroom and shower facilities, and the friendly, helpful owners. While some mention the site is remote and exposed to wind, and that there is only one combined toilet/shower unit, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return. The site is noted as being well-planned and undergoing improvements.

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Lovely quiet spot with spotless toilet…

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Alex E.

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Lovely quiet spot with spotless toilet / shower. Friendly hosts.

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Excellent site super clean

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William M.

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked A wild night when we turned up , but very friendly host , immaculately clean facilities ,
All in all a great night in wild and windy Caithness

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Well situated, not far from JOG’s. Tidy, serviced pitches, well priced

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Anonymous

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Friendly, clean, well positioned.
Serviced pitches. Toilet and shower cubicle.
Dogs allowed.

Disliked Nothing.

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Friendly owner…

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Edward M.

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Friendly owner

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Lovely little campsite- stayed during storm…

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Anonymous

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Lovely little campsite- stayed during storm Amy so it was windy! Owners were outstanding and kept in touch with us throughout and made sure we was ok. Very close to John o Groats

Disliked Toilets/ showers were really clean however only one of each- not an issue for us as the park was empty however could see it being an issue if the park was busy

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Fantastic little site, look forward to stopping again in the future!

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Robert W.

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Lovely owners. Stopped during storm Amy so hauled up in the camper for the duration.
Would love to stop again in better weather.

Disliked The wind 😂

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Quite friendly extremely clean bathroom with…

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Ann S.

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Quite friendly extremely clean bathroom with lovely warm shower

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Nice friendly owner. Pretty spot with…

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Noel O.

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Nice friendly owner. Pretty spot with good views.

Disliked One single toilet and shower unit. Could be busy if site was full.

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Although on arrival the unit for…

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Steven G.

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Although on arrival the unit for toilet/shower seemed makeshift, it was very nicely appointed inside with little thoughtful touches. Owner very friendly. A bit windy and exposed but nice.

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Beautiful setting. Loved watching the sun…

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Angela W.

FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Beautiful setting. Loved watching the sun set and the sunrise.

Disliked Only one toilet and shower in the same unit is an issue when you need to go and someone is in there. Although it was very homely the water from the shower leaks an a huge puddle formed by the loo.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Hillside Auckengill Campsite

Auckengill

Wick

Caithness

Scotland

KW1 4XP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

58.57135°N
3.09278°W

Nearest transport

Rail
9 mi Wick Rail Station
13.6 mi Georgemas Junction Rail Station
15.8 mi Thurso Rail Station
Ferry
5.1 mi John O' Groats Ferry Terminal
5.3 mi Gills Bay Ferry Terminal
12.4 mi Burwick Sth Ronaldsay Orkney Ferry Terminal
Airport
8.2 mi Wick Airport
27.3 mi Kirkwall (Orkney) Airport

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.

Local attractions

To learn more about Caithness heritage, pay a visit to Nybster Broch (five minutes’ drive), the circular ruins of a former Iron Age settlement with a 19th-century tower covered in gargoyles built into it. Just down the road, the Caithness Broch Centre (also five minutes) displays Viking and Pictish artefacts found in local brochs, including pottery and gaming tokens. Have a nose around the dramatic clifftop ruins of Bucholie (five minutes) and Old Keiss castles (10 minutes), or for a regal day out, tour the sumptuous apartments and neatly planted walled gardens at the 16th-century Castle of Mey (25 minutes’ drive), once the home of HM, The Queen Mother. Head to John O’Groats (10 minutes) for beer and whisky tastings or to pick up pretty souvenirs in the art gallery. To admire the wild Caithness coastline from the sea, join a boat cruise from Wick (20 minutes) and get up close to caves and jagged sea stacks while looking out for puffin colonies tucked into the cliffs and seals basking on the rocks.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Dunnet 9.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Thurso 15.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The Castle & Gardens of Mey 6.6 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

The Stacks of Duncansby 5.5 mi

Noss Head and Sinclair and Girnigoe Castles 6.7 mi

Staxigoe to Noss Head 8 mi

Dwarwick to Castletown 10.4 mi

Brough Harbour – Marry Geo - Remains of Castle – Kerry Geo 10.4 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Hillside Auckengill Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hillside Auckengill Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hillside Auckengill Campsite? To learn more about Caithness heritage, pay a visit to Nybster Broch (five minutes’ drive), the circular ruins of a former Iron Age settlement with a 19th-century tower covered in gargoyles built … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hillside Auckengill Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Please telephone the site 30 minutes before arrival.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Auckengill Campsite? From $38.90 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.