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Facilities
At the eco lodge site open fires and charcoal BBQs are not permitted but small and large BBQs are available for hire for modest charges. There is no direct access to the loch from the eco lodges site but there are viewpoints and access to the water a short walk up the lochside. There is small play area (swings and seesaw) within an enclosed area within sight of all the lodges for children to enjoy safely.
There are campervan/motor-home bays in the main Trossachs Pier car park with optional electric, water and WiFi hook up facilities and access to nearby toilets with a shower. There are also a limited number of campervan/motor-home bays in the lochside car park at Stronachlachar with access to toilets and a shower.
All eco lodges feature a small kitchenette with combo microwave, fridge and sink, Freeview HDTV, free Wi-Fi, lighting and heating, while the Glen lodges have en-suite toilets and the Loch lodges have en-suite toilets and showers and underfloor heating. All sleep up to four people and there is an additional wheelchair-friendly lodge with space for two adults and the option for up to two additional fold down sofa beds for young children. Finally, for the best views, there is also the luxury, elevated, two-person Loch Katrine lodge with fully glazed frontage. All eco camp guests receive 20% off sailings on the Rob Roy 111 the Lady of the Lake and cycle hire. There is a small shop on site where a limited range of supplies are available as well as a café/tearoom. Fishing on Loch Katrine is by boat only and requires a permit.
Suitable For
Glampers, campervans and motorhomes all welcome. Dogs welcome in some pods (£8 supplement per night). No caravans, stag or hen parties.
Nearby
Catching a boat tour from Trossachs Pier to Stronachlachar is a must. The hamlet is full of history and not more than an hour’s walk from Inversnaid, a checkpoint on the West Highland Way. For cyclists, the road along the northern shore of the loch is a relatively flat, car-free tarmac surface, making it the ideal alternative route to the other end of the water. You can hire bikes from Katrine Wheelz (01877 376366) at Trossachs Pier and bikes can also be booked on board the boats, so you can cross the loch and cycle back. For other routes in the Trossachs, the ‘School House Cycle’ is a family-friendly trail that enjoys views across Loch Katrine and surrounding hills such as Ben A’an and Ben Venue. The trail itself is an easy ½-mile and can be combined with a cycle from Trossachs Pier or Stronachlachar but it also links up with 35-mile national route 7. Between Loch Katrine and Loch Achray, Ben A’an (Gaelic for “pinnacle” ) is one of Scotland’s more accessible peaks and one of the most rewarding hikes in the area. There are a series of well catalogued routes, for varying levels of hikers in the Great Trossachs Forest and Queen Elizabeth Forest Park (the latter boasts a visitor centre at the Lodge in Aberfoyle). The route from Loch Achray to the summit of Ben A’an is 2½ miles long, for those looking to experience the hilltop view without a complex climb. Other nearby attractions include the castles at Stirling (01786 450000) and Doune (01786 841742), whisky distilleries at Deanston (01786 843010) and Glengoyne (01360 550 254), the National Wallace Monument (01786 472140), Blair Drummond Safari Park (01786 841456) and Go Ape Aberfoyle (0845 094 9032).
Food & Drink
There aren’t many spots with a view like Loch Katrine's own Steamship café (01877 376 799). Grab some pre-exploration breakfast, lunch or enjoy a much deserved tea and cake, all overlooking the loch. Situated at the Trossachs Pier, the café offers a warm welcome and extensive array of locally sourced fresh food on offer for families, hikers and cyclists in the area, as well as those staying at the campsite. Open daily on a seasonal basis but not in the evenings. New for 2021 there is a takeaway facility, with lochside seating.
There are a number of places to eat and drink in lochside settings and also in the nearby settlements of Brig o Turk, Callander and Aberfoyle. A daytime visit to the Pier Café at Stronachlachar by boat is highly recommended.
Open
All year.
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★★★★★
Lovely stay
Lovely relaxed stay with beautiful surroundings and walks. All staff very helpful and great lunch at cafe. Great place to recharge and unwind. I will visit again.
★★★★★
Legs up, sit back chillax
It’s a kind of legs up sit back chillax kind of place, the kind of accommodation that oozes natural class. Couldn’t have wished for a more welcoming vibe when checking in to checking out. You really are made to feel welcome whilst being independent in your cozy self catering nest for the duration of your stay. It’s bliss, it’s clean, it’s well looked after. Get your stay booked at Loch Katrine Eco Lodges now.
★★★★★
Wonderful small glamping site
We stayed in Ben Ledi pod for 3 nights and had a wonderful time. The pod was spotlessly clean and had lots of home comforts, heating, sink, microwave, kettle, fridge, toaster, crockery, WiFi and TV. The other unexpected bonus was that our pod had private access to a pristine heated shower and toilet facility just metres away. The location is picture perfect and we spent our time exploring the surrounding lochs and hills. There are regular boat trips from the site around Loch Katrine and if you are staying at the accommodation a discount is given. Ben A'an is an achievable climb for families in a few hours with a reward of stunning views over the Trossachs. We also hired kayaks for 3 hours on nearby Loch Ard (Go Outdoors activity centre) great fun on the water and there's an island you can stop and take a break in the middle of the Loch. If you want to see some of the most picturesque scenery in Scotland you can't do better than the Trossachs and its all within a few hours travel to city locations like Stirling/Glasgow and Edinburgh . We'll definitely be back soon!
★★★★★
Fabulous
Great glam ping pod all mod cons Very clean & well equipped Very friendly helpful staff on hand Definitely returning to continue our walk around Loch Katrine.
★★★★★
Amazing experience
Absolutely amazing experience in the lock katrine eco pod!! So warm and cosy with the underfloor heating. Stunning views of the Loch with the glass balcony meaning we could wake up and look at the view from bed!! Would definitely come back, wish we had stayed longer. There is a great drive nearby - the 3 lochs forest drive!!
★★★★★
Amazing pods, wonderful holiday
The Glamping pods are brilliant. We spent 3 nights enjoying Loch Katrine by walking, and on the local boat tour, bbq'ing lovely food on the pod decking, playing cards, reading, and exploring the local area. Would highly recommended a cream tea in Aberfoye and a drive to Lomond. The Eco Lodge staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly, with particular mention to Linda, Chris and Debbie. Their attention to detail with relation to the Covid situation is fantastic and we felt looked after and safe for our entire stay.
★★★★★
Magical night at Loch Katrine
We stayed one night in our campervan on ehu in the car park . We had a fantastic walk along the Loch in the evening and then again the next morning . We really enjoyed the peace of the Loch virtually to ourselves overnight , we slept really well . Communication prior to check in and after was brilliant .
★★★★★
Amazing!
Absolutely amazing place. Lovely staff, great facilities, pretty views and lots of things to do. All for a really good price. Honestly couldn’t have asked for more. Very COVID safe too!
★★★☆☆
Comfortable but lacking some basic points.
The lodge was new and clean, but the bedding made up was a bunk bed, a bit strange for a couple, the shower was a distance away, and only available by appointment and between 09:00 and 16:00. (Although this was partly because of COVID.)The only cooking facility was a microwave.
★★★★★
Fantastic Location for Triking in the Trossachs
We spent 5 nights here and wish we could have stayed longer. The location was stunning and peaceful, with good cycling and walking opportunities. We spent a lot of the week traveling around on the trike around the stunning countryside taking in the views and fresh air. Had a great boat trip on the Loch and a brilliant meal in the café afterwards. Gordon and his team made us feel very welcome throughout our stay and the facilities were clean and spacious. A useful addition would be a chemical w/c emptying point, as many of us who carry our own toilet do so for good reason. Maybe this can be addressed in the future. Thanks again
★★★★★
Amazing
I stayed here for 1 night and it just wasn’t enough wish I booked up for longer. Such a beautiful place with friendly staff
★★★★★
Relaxing
Stayed for 1 night at the weekend there and couldn’t of been anymore relaxing. Such a cosy hut and all the staff were so welcoming. Scenery just tops it all off and great location. Will 100% be back
★★★★★
Perfect!
The perfect stay in a cosy well-equipped lodge, amazing views and good links to nearby beauty spots. Definitely will visit again!
★★★★★
Fantastic location
Brilliant lodges, Good value, well equipped and superbly located adjacent to the loch and visitor centre. The shower block was modern and immaculate! Highly recommended.
★★★★★
Stunning experience !
Oh my, this place is incredible ! The most amazing location, so close to the beautiful Loch and surrounded by amazing scenery. The staff were brilliant, so welcoming and passionate about Loch Katrine. Totally recommend a walk around the Loch to the beautiful picnic spot where you have a great view of the Lock and peaks, a trip on the steamer really fun too. You can even try the Loch Katrine ale which is a great drop. If you have time, check out the 3 Loch's drive on the Dukes Pass, you can easy spend a whole day soaking up the views and exploring the area. The accommodation is really comfy and super clean. We spent a glorious afternoon reading and cooking on the BBQ in front of the Loch, it was bliss. Needless to say we will return to Loch Katrine Eco Camping, 100% recommended.
★★☆☆☆
Over promise under deliver
Terrible experience don’t go with kids. Staff are extremely unhelpful and rude. Stayed for 2 nights. Bed linen was damp and items missing. No real information given on checkin. With all the cruises the car park is dangerous and the place may as well be a Petri dish for coronavirus. Don’t really think this place should be open at present.
★★★☆☆
Lovely location
Lovely location, toilets closed in the evenings and no chemical disposal facilities if needed for campervans. Free WiFi was an unexpected bonus, lovely quiet area.
★★★★★
Beautiful, relaxing peaceful
The eco lodges are the perfect relaxing break away, very clean and welcoming. The lodge we stayed in was equiped with a microwave/grill, small fridge, toaster and kettle! The staff are lovely and always available to help. The views and location are simply stunning. Literally a stones throw away from the Loch. Able to take a walk around the loch with some breathtaking scenery. The trip out on the lady of the lake boat is well worth the visit. All in all an amazing relaxed break away with some home comforts.
★★★★★
Warm and cosy glamping
Really lovely eco-pods- we booked one luxury (Venachar) with en suite and one basic one (Ben Venue) as we were staying with our two large teenagers- we would have just about squeezed into one but having two was heaven! Great facilities in luxury one- comfy bed and sofa bed - table with four chairs that stack inside to save space (clever), kettle, toaster, crockery, cutlery, fridge (with small freezer space large enough for ice packs), combi microwave. They supplied washing up liquid and sponge, tea towel, toiletries in bathroom, linen and towels. Also complimentary goodies like tea, coffee, hot chocolate and shortbread (hooray!)- these also supplied in basic pod which also had kettle and fridge and microwave. Underfloor heating in luxury one and very smart en suite with lovely shower. Due to Covid restrictions the nearby communal showers/ toilets had been made exclusive to certain pods and the basic one we had booked had an en suite portaloo next to it and showers available in the main car park which is a 3 minute walk away. The pods have been rejigged so if you are going by the map on the website it is wrong (beginning August 2020)- we thought we had booked two next to each other but they weren’t - didn’t matter to us. Parking is small distance from pods on road- trolleys to take luggage available. Didn’t use the cafe but was told it opened from 9.30- 4.30pm. Tried to eat out one night at Byre Inn just down the road but it was closed even though we had booked in advance, so in the end got delicious pizza take out from Callander. Did fantastic day cycling with bike hire from Aberfoyle Bike Hire- would recommend trails in QE Forest Park.
★★★★★
Perfect location to experience the Great Outdoors!
Was very surprised to find a kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, TV and USB charging points. As we stayed in an similar lodge elsewhere, it has absolutely nothing, just a floor to sleep on so it had home from home comforts and no need to step out to Great Outdoors! Great plus to have Steamship cafe for hearty Scottish breakfast before continuing onwards to climb Ben Venue that was visible from our Lodge.
★★★★★
Peaceful Scenic Relaxing
We stayed in an eco Lodge. Comfy, warm and well equipped. Beautiful surroundings. Lovely café on site with lovely hostess, friendly and welcoming. I wanted to stay for too nights but only availability for one, thats my only complaint 😁 cruise of the loch readily available on site also. Highly recommended x
★★★★☆
Nice one night stay
Had a camper van on the hard standing in the car park. Good site, beautiful scenery and lovely cafe. Staff very friendly and helpful. Hired a gas BBQ which was great. Lacks a decent play area for kids and cannot understand why the porterloos are locked at night leaving no toilet facilities but to be fair I knew both these things before choosing the site. On balance a very pleasant place to spend a night.
★★★★★
Great stay
Great pitch near eco lodges - nice view of lake with electric hook up - efficient check in - just be aware this pitch is next to electric car charger point so may be a car about 2 metres away
★★★★★
A great short break in quality distinctive accommodation.
We had a great weekend in a luxury echo camping lodge and would fully recommend it. The only improvement we would make would be to add a small cooking hob if possible or remember to book out one of the gass BBQs.
★★★★☆
Lovely location
All in all a very nice little site. We camped and aside from the weather and shop all was spot on. The toilet and shower were modern and clean. Our pitch was directly opposite the Loch so there was a lovely view of the water and surrounding mountains. The ground was very hard so if you are camping bring extra pegs as they all get bent trying to find a soft enough place. The shop is a gift shop with no real camping supplies, not even milk, and the nearest convenience store is a good 25 minutes drive away so you need to plan ahead!! Nice outdoor food prep area with communal fridge. The staff are really nice and helped us out when we forgot an electric hook up cable. The area is serene and calm with a couple of swings to keep the kids occupied for a while. Unfortunately we had to leave a day early due to the rain and no lodges available but we were all sad to leave. The boat trip is also well worth a go!
★★★★★
Great location
The pods were clean and had everything you'd expect from them, running water in the pod was a massive bonus! Toilets and showers were clean and staff very helpful and friendly. Activities around the loch were good, really enjoyed a 2 hour cruise on the loch and a very pleasant bike ride, all with a 20% discount.
★★★★★
Beautiful setting, great facilities and very helpful staff
I had book in with 3 children- the owner very kindly let us pitch right next to the pod area, with swings. We were overlooking the beautiful loch too. Despite the rain, we had a wonderful stay- delicious cooked breakfast in the cafe, 2hr cruise then bike ride around the loch- all discounted too. Would definitely recommend.
★★★★★
Great POD at a great price
The eco PODs were spotlessly clean and had all that you need to make your stay enjoyable and comfortable. After a few weeks of camping around Scotland it was nice to stop somewhere that was warm and had a few more home comforts. The showers and toilet were clean, with perhaps the only gripe being that there could do with being an extra toilet. Wi-fi is available but not brilliant, but that enables you to enjoy and appreciate the beauty of the area even more. This definitely accommodation that I would book again in the future.
★★★★★
Amazing place!
Stayed in standard lodge on August 10th and had quite satisfactory experience. The location is just fabulous and the eco camping site is nothing less: clean and tidy pod, well looked after showers, helpful staff. Would highly recommend :)
★★★★★
Amazing place!
Stayed in standard lodge on August 10th and had quite satisfactory experience. The location is just fabulous and the eco camping site is nothing less: clean and tidy pod, well looked after showers, helpful staff. Would highly recommend :)
★★★★★
Very good helpful staff
Very clean, shower block spotless, very helpful staff. 20% discount off any cruise and food quite and peaceful great walks for all ages.
★★★★☆
Stunning location, clean facilities
We had a tent pitch, cant really fault this campsite. Its a peaceful campsite with a lovely view. The shower and toilet block were clean and tidy. The washing area was well equipped with washing up liquid etc and they even had a miniature fridge! I was worried about reading about midges but they had fans and machines to make them more bearable in certain seating areas. There are walks and two steam boats to keep you occupied as well as bike hire. We really enjoyed our stay and would happily stay here again.
★★★☆☆
Lovely site if it wasn't for a midges
It is nearly brand new site. We didn't book lodges but a camping pitch. There is only 8 tent pitches of which only half is actually close to electricity supply. For others it requires a very long connection lead. Showers and toilets are clean and spacious but there is only one shower and one toilet for men and the same for women. With camp site fully booked it's definately not enough. Shower can wait but toilet..... If one is staying at the camp site there is a discount for hiring bicycles and for"Sir Walter Scott " steam ship which is a must if visiting the area. Overall camp site is located in a stunning surroundings and would be a great place if it wasn't for midges. There is so many of them it becomes impossible to be outside a specially in the mornings and afternoons. This is the reason we will definately not be back or at least not during midges season.
★★★★★
Amazing weekend
Great weekend camping at Loch Katrine. The views from our tent were amazing. Great facilities - everything we could have needed. Awesome to see that electric charging points for cars were available. Truly a perfect Eco-camp addition. There is so much to do here, from the hiking and exploring to cruising the loch to simply chilling among the trees. Being a direct descendant of Rob Roy, it was an awesome experience for me to explore the area. Made me feel a true connection with my history. We will definitely return.
★★★★★
Superb location, accommodation and service
The Ecopod was well equipped, nicely decorated, and comfortable. The shower was a good pressure and temperature, the pillows were medium firm, and the pod itself was a comfortable temperature. The walk to Ben Venue was a comfortable distance away. The Ecopods were easy to find (2 minutes from reception) but also quite private. The staff were hugely helpful in arranging transport to the train station the following morning.
★★★★★
Fabulous site, great views!
Just returned from Camping for 3 nights at Loch Katrine Campsite. A great site, clean and well maintained, spoke to various staff including the manager of the site. All were really nice and made us feel so welcome. Great to see how passionate the staff are about looking after and preserving this beautiful place. The manager knew the area well and was very informative and proud of the achievements in bringing this site to life. The facilities were excellent and the toilet and shower blocks were spotless. The outdoor cooking and washing up facilities were great. A nice little restaurant open during the day to grab a cold beer or wine and basic but nice food. And a wee gift shop to buy some nice Scottish trinkets. Of course the old Steam ship is a site to behold and again the staff are so passionate and proud to be part of its Resurrection. Good on you all! Thanks for a fab weekend. We will return.
★★★★★
Relaxing camping trip in beautiful area
The lodges are perfect size and were so clean. Beautiful location. Had the best stay. The only thing that could be improved is the number of toilets as there is only 1 for women and 1 for men but was not a big issue for us. Overall had the best weekend away staying here and can't wait to come back.
★★★★★
Simply stunning.
Location, first class. Things to do, endless. Staff, all staff i had dealings with were so friendly and helpfull. Even staff i was not dealing with checking all was ok. Top marks to all involved.
★★★★★
Excellent! The facilities are spotless and the staff were super and most accommodating.
The location is superb especially when you are fortunate with th e weather. The boat trip was-memorable and most informative also excellent value as included in the cost. Once again have to thank particularly Gordon and Linda who went over and above to accommodate the disabled person n the group, even allowing him to use the site's mobility scooter which was a big hit!!! Would definitely return for a repeat visit. Also saw a rare Pine Martin and actually managed to get pics!! L
Response from Loch Katrine Eco Camping
Thank you for your kind review, I will pass your comments on to Gordon and Lynda. We hope to welcome you back.
★★★★☆
Peaceful and stunning location.
Enjoyed a 3 day break in one of the Camping pods which was both cosy and clean as well as containing enough mod cons for keeping ourselves fed and watered. Toilet/ shower block nearby was very clean. Situated on the shoreline of Loch Katrine amongst the Trossochs, the location is stunning with plenty of walking and cycling routes to choose from. Will certainly return again to explore the area further.
Response from Loch Katrine Eco Camping
Thank you for your kind review. We hope you will visit us again.
★★★★☆
Great situation
Good motorhome pitches very handy for exploring Loch Katrine area. Be aware that your electric hookup is a pre paid amount which I was not told about until it went off and I couldn’t find out what the daily allowance is but it’s not a lot !
Response from Loch Katrine Eco Camping
Our daily allowance is 30 kw which has been sufficient with the majority of our customers staying over night. However, if there are a lot of appliances on it will use the units up rather quickly. If you return for a visit please mention to one of the girls in the booking office and we can discuss how many units you will need for your stay.
★★★★★
Fantastic night away in the perfect setting
So glad we found this place! Perfect pod in a fairytale like setting. My 6 year old daughter loved it. Will be back soon, Highly recommend!
★★★★★
Fantastic place
Stayed in the Ben Ledi pod with my 2 sisters. Pod was well equipped and extremely cosy and comfortable. Toilet/shower absolutely spotless.The view from the pods over Loch Katrine are simply stunning.
★★★★☆
Cosy lodge and tranquil scenery!
My partner and I really enjoyed our stay at Loch Katrine. The lodge was spotless and included a lovely little basket of coffee, tea bags, sugar and milk. The beds were more comfortable than it looks and the linen we purchased for an extra £20 was worth it! The bathroom is completely segregated and absolutely luxurious for a campsite. All in all the accommodation and facilities was totally worth the price! The staff were absolutely wonderful and couldn't have made us feel more welcome. Thank you guys! The only thing I would suggest as an improvement is to have at least some bread, butter, milk, and other basics in the shop to buy as we didn't realise that we couldn't take the opportunity to eat past the cafe's closing time. Although we weren't prepared for this (and will be next time), it would have been nice to have the option to buy a few essentials. Other than that, I couldn't fault the campsite! Thank you for a wonderful stay and will definitely be visiting again!
★★★★★
The comfort yet still being so close to nature and peace.
The comfort yet still being so close to nature and peace.
★★★★☆
Beautiful location
Myself, my partner and our dog stayed for one night in July 2018. The campsite location is beautiful and the campsite is well set out and immaculately kept. The camping pods have a surprising amount of space and are well equipped. However, it should be noted that there is a combination microwave but no cooking hob so plan meals accordingly (although we did discover that you can actually cook pasta in a microwave). BBQs can be hired. Another issue we had was definitely with the lack of toilet/shower facilities. There are quite a few pods plus people camping in tents overnight and there are only 1 toilet and 1 shower each for male and female. We had to forgo morning showers before checking out! On a related topic, there was also a lack of dog poo bins which seemed strange considering that dogs are allowed on site. Otherwise a lovely night with minimal midge bites!
★★★★★
The eco pods were absolutley amazing and the scenery is spectacular especially from the Walter Scott Steamship
★★★★★
Cute pods in an amazing location
My family of three (myself, partner and 6 year old daughter) stayed in Ben Lomond. It's really well equipped and we ordered the gas BBQ and linen which was all ready for us when we arrived. The view is stunning, the bed surprisingly comfortable, our daughter loved the bunkbeds and we all loved sitting out on our wee veranda (when there were no midges - more on that later!). The best bit is being able to get up, breakfast and then head straight onto the cycle path first thing ahead of any crowds - we had the path to ourselves much of the time. Our daughter also adored climbing up the hill and over the big rocks behind our pod, with her friends. The shower and toilet were spotless - there's only one of each for each gender, but we never had to wait so it wasn't a problem. The only issue was the midges - they were out in force and nothing stopped them other than the fan in the camping kitchen. This meant it also got a bit hot at night as we couldn't open any windows. One of the trustees of the site chatted to us and said they'll be putting up midge proof screens so windows can be opened which would make a big difference. They maybe also need to put fans on each of the pod porches as we had to give in and go inside after being bitten to death! We'll definitely be back but maybe ahead or after the midge season next time!!
★★★★★
Wonderful pod in a great location
Really well equipped pod with the bonus of having a sink and crockery and cutlery. The location is fabulous. Stayed in the Ben Ledi pod with my dog, it was wonderful to sit out and admire the stunning view of Loch Katrine and Ben Venue. The one shower and toilet didn’t seem to be an issue even though the site was pretty full. Thanks to Gordon and his team who were very friendly and helpful, I would highly recommend this site, and will definitely be heading back in the future.
★★★★★
Peaceful lochside area with stunning views.
We camped at this brand new site and were very impressed. The pitch we had was beside the Loch and had stunning views. The site itself is very peaceful and the staff very helpful and friendly. The kitchen area is a work in progress so the site itself is not fully finished as yet. There is one toilet and one shower for ladies and one for gents which, whilst perfect for us, may not be sufficient if the site were to be full and I'm not sure if more are planned so that would be worth checking on. Will definately be back.
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