Ardgualich Farm

We booked on a whim, and arrived about six, there's a real easy check in, and a great loch side pitch.

The owner she was lovely, and the regulars were too. We opened up some bubbly, and were leant a great canoe.

The site was nice and simple, without a host of tricks. If you're after table service, I'd suggest you choose the Ritz.

You cannot book the weather, this is Scotland after all. But we're booking up forever, 'cause Ardgualich has it all.

I stayed here with my wife and four kids in early August 2015.  It's a really relaxed place and the owner was very friendly and welcoming.  We'd asked for a pitch down by the loch side and the owner had kindly kept as a spot there despite us arriving much later than we said we would, and no shortage of customers looking for a pitch. The view down the loch is truly special; try to get a pitch down there or at the opposite end of the park which has some pitches with views up to the other end of the lake.  You can walk to Queen's View along the loch; the path is uneven but there's a great rope swing which the kids will love.  Great coffee at Queens View cafe btw.

We have just arrived home from a fantastic 3 nights at this site. On arrival we were greeted by a friendly woman who told us we were welcome to pitch anywhere....the romantic in me chose to pitch right out on the point, overlooking the water, a beautiful pitch where I would be able to open my tent and just gaze out. However the wind had a totally different idea to me and what ensued was extremely close to power kite flying! After entertaining the other campers for two hours, yes I am that stubborn, we gave it up as a bad job and moved location to the main camping area. Another beautiful and pituresque area overlooking the boats. So just a wee warning to all other romantics out there.....the point may look stunning and appealing but it puts up a mean fight!

The amenities on this site are basic but there are flushing toilets, hot running water and showers.....it did take some getting used to the water being brown as it came straight from a natural spring. But we were assured that the owner's dad had drunk it all his life and lived to be over 90 ☺

Would we return again? Most definitely!  If only to have another crack at pitching my tent on the point 

We had a fantastic week end here at the end of July. The very welcoming owner let us decide where to pitch our tent and we were lucky enough to have the point jutting out into the loch. It felt as though we were on our own! Our 7-year-old soon found plenty of friends though. Can't comment on the showers as we swam in the loch both mornings - absolute bliss. This is the second time we have been to this site, and we will definitely return. Highly recommended.

Just back from an amazing family camping weekend at this stunningly picturesque camp site. We were met by the owner, who was very friendly and welcoming. She let us have a wander around the site and discuss where we should pitch our tents. She was very co-operative and easy going, clearly concerned that we should be happy with our choice of location. We were fortunate to arrange our tents at the bottom of the hill near the water, which provided a beautiful view of the loch, surrounding hills and local wildlife. We were also lucky to have lovely weather which meant lots of time splashing about in the loch and time to simply chillout and relax. This campsite has been a brilliant find for our family. We have camped as a large group in various locations around Scotland for many years. This campsite was by far the best one and we will definitely return here in the future. 

We have just spent 3 nights here and had a fantastic time. We were a large party with 3 large tents and cooking tent and were given the pick of the sites by the very welcoming lady from reception and then left in peace the  whole weekend.  Whether you want a quiet relaxing weekend with amazing views  of Loch Tummel and the surrounding hills or  a lively weekend with access to fishing or fun in the water, this site is a must. We will definately be back.

Just returned from a fantastic weekend at the site with my 10 year old daughter. Luckily I knew someone to call on who was familiar with Ardgualich, as the 2 postcodes advertised on websites didn't take me there! Anyway, stopping en-route at the Queens View for photos, we arrived at the beautiful site, with 2 nights booked, and met the male owner who was very welcoming and keen to direct us and chat. There were a number of caravans and statics, and no other tents, so we got our pick of the campsite, choosing a spot under a tree since it was rather overcast and drizzly,  also very close to the loch.  We spent the whole day lazing around, trying a spot of fishing (unsuccessfully), wandering around the area and taking some lovely time out. On day 2, we had a jaunt to nearby Kinloch Rannoch, bumping into some runaway sheep and red squirrels. Unfortunately, by teatime, i decided we had to pack up and go home, as my hayfever won the battle and I was pretty ill. The female owner was sympathetic and even refunded my 2nd night, which I wasn't expecting. we will definitely return, maybe with a couple of friends next time. i would only like to comment that perhaps a small play area for kids would be a consideration, (even just a swing or 2) as I was a bit nervous about taking my eyes off my book for more than a minute, as my daughter played/paddled close to the waters edge, which was her only entertainment. Thanks again Ardgualich, see you soon.

Despite the completely failed experience, it must be said that the location is good. Close to the water and a good potential to hike in the nearby area. But the trip was completely ruined by the absolutely terrible manners of the staff, giving abuse for our misconception of the park allocation, calling us, and I quote "cheeky" in an aggressive manner. The facilities offered by the park are of the same standard as their politeness. Moving to another place was, for us, the only way to safe the trip.

Rough and ready and perfect location. Stunning position of shores of loch, easy launching and trip up loch worthwhile. Pitches good sized, friendly easy going site, would definitely return. Facilities basic but good. 

Excellent location which, despite arriving on a Friday evening in mid-August, had plenty of choices of pitch.

Can't really understand the negative comments about the site and crash barrier.  The owners are obviously making a real effort to continue to improve the site and it is very well maintained.

The relaxed, yet professional approach of the owners makes a refreshing change from some of the stuffy, rule-heavy sites we've been to.

Excellent access for water-based activities, such as kayaking, fishing and so on.  Good amenities within easy striking distance and plenty hills for walkers to enjoy within easy reach too, including Schiehallion, Ben Vrackie, Beinn a'Ghlo, etc.

Felt under no pressure to leave on our day of departure...and made the most of it! ;-)

Fantastic site that we'll have no hesitation in returning to.

We have just spent three amazing nights at Ardgualich farm.

1. The scenery wow what can I say outstanding

2. The welcome very good staff so helpful even could tell us where to have a puncture on      

     the car fixed

3. The facilities these are fairly basic but fully functional just what we required.

4. The pitches some are a little rocky and hilly but if you pick a good spot it is great.

5. Very dog friendly we have 2 dogs and it suited them brilliantly.

6. They are having some work done around reception area so there is some machinery 

     around but the work or the machinery did not make our stay any less wonderful

7. The wildlife again wow red deer a plenty. 

Would we return most definitely can't think of a more relaxing place to be even in the rain

which we had on one day. However there is no freezer or shop so be prepared. Again this 

didn't put us off.

It's an odd one this.... I do tend to agree with a lot that the last reviewer said and perhaps this place has been slightly over-sold (and certainly the photos only show it in the best light).

It's a hard one to rate - I have given it a 2 star but it's an average as follows:

Situation/view - 5 star (very beautiful - right on Loch Tummel)

Campsite aesthetics (of campsite itself) - 1 star (Not beautiful - lots of caravans/statics. Fair amount of building stuff about. See also crash barrier below!)

Facilties - 2 star (but can happily live with facilities.. basic facilities but ok. )

Space/pitches - 1 star (this is my main gripe - see below)

There really is only one small main camping field which can take about maybe 6-7 good size pitches. And even that is probably being generous and doesn't give much space or privacy. This field is, I think, artificial since they have levelled an area leading down to the loch. It's edged by a not-very-attractive crash barrier (yes, the type used along side a road) to prevent cars etc heading in to the loch! And still very much ringed by caravans/statics. This was filled up even on an end of September weekend. One could easily be disappointed in the summer.

There is room for a few very small family tents or backpacking tents on the small rough ridge to the right of this field. And there is room for one or two tents on the right of the campsite to the left of the launching slipway (but a bit stony).

The field on the right of the campsite to the right of the track is NOT ok - definitely way too slopey for camping (with the exception of one small knoll which might fit one tiny backpacking tent). The photo referred to is misleading. You would have to velcro your sleeping bag to your camping mat.

Conclusion - would I return? The situation is great on the loch but the downsides are significant. So, probably not - especially if I could find a better alternative within reasonable distance. For others, I would perhaps give it a chance if I really needed to be in this location and I was in a small tent so could squeeze in on the ridge.

Alternatives - I haven't been (yet) but looks like Kilvrecht on Loch Rannoch (further west) might be a 'cooler' option? Run by Forestry Commission with very basic facilities - wild camping with toilets basically. Link below.

http://www.forestry.gov.uk/website/recreation.nsf/LUWebDocsByKey/ScotlandPerthandKinrossTayForestParkSouthRannochKilvrechtCampsite