Garbh Eilean Forestry and Land Scotland Stay the Night
Garbh Eilean Wildlife Hide car park, A861, Loch Sunart
Good to know before you go
- Vehicle access
- Self-contained campervans and smaller motorhomes with built-in toilet facilities. Not suitable for large vehicles or caravans. Access from a single-track road.
- Overnight use
- Official motorhome scheme · no booking needed
Overview
Forestry and Land Scotland offers one motorhome overnight parking space at Garbh Eilean wildlife-hide car park, west of Strontian on the A861. Scheme charge currently £10, payable via RingGo on arrival. Spaces cannot be reserved in advance. The site is wildlife sensitive and access to some nearby trails may be restricted; consult current notices.
Details checked
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- Type of stay
- Official motorhome scheme
- Booking
- No booking needed
- Last checked
- 26 October 2026
Checked against official Forestry and Land Scotland visitor and Stay the Night guidance on 26 October 2026. One space, currently £10 via RingGo, first come first served. Wildlife trail closure information is separate from overnight-car-park eligibility; check current notices. Not an availability confirmation.
Responsible stay notes
Only one overnight motorhome space. Keep the wildlife hide and trails quiet, avoid disturbing animals, and take away litter and waste.
Local rules
One night only, 18:00–10:00; do not return overnight to the same car park within 48 hours. Pay on arrival through RingGo. No tents, generators, fires or barbecues; respect trail closures and official signage.
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Before you go
Always check local signs, booking requirements and access restrictions before travelling.