Follow us — updates & daily drops
FBIG
Sign up free · 20 seconds
21,500+ UK campsites · Save favourites · Book in one tap
Sign up
Martinjust joined the camping communityOlijust joined the camping communityLisajust joined the camping communityLeejust joined the camping communitymjust joined the camping communityGravyjust joined the camping communityStuartjust joined the camping communityPeterjust joined the camping communityMartinjust joined the camping communityOlijust joined the camping communityLisajust joined the camping communityLeejust joined the camping communitymjust joined the camping communityGravyjust joined the camping communityStuartjust joined the camping communityPeterjust joined the camping community
Teva UKAbsolute SnowFINDRACamping World UKTrek Expert
CampCompass
Dry Island
Back
United Kingdom

Dry Island

4.0(0)
Price on Pitchup
57.701°N, 5.725°W
Campsite
Stock
📷 Unsplash · region-matched

The tide retreats twice a day to reveal a causeway across the sands, and suddenly you're island-bound with the gulls and the big Solway sky overhead.

Dry Island isn't your usual campsite — it's a proper guest house on a tidal island, with a couple of camping pods for those who want the romance of sleeping outdoors without quite pitching a tent. Best suited to couples after something genuinely unusual, or small families keen on rock-pooling, birdwatching, and that slightly adventurous feeling of being cut off when the water comes back in. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so worth asking when you book. The Solway coast here is all huge skies, wading birds, and that strange, liminal beauty of places half-land, half-sea.

There's wifi if you need the outside world, and you can ask about campfires on arrival — evenings are worth lingering over when the sun drops into the Firth. Open year-round, though winter crossings add a certain edge. Quiet, remote, and utterly memorable if you're after somewhere genuinely off the beaten track.

Been here?

Show campers what Dry Island really looks like

Add a single landscape photo from your trip — pitch, view, sunset, anything but people. We’ll add it to the gallery after a quick moderation check.

Ask Camper AI
Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
11°C
Overcast
9 mph
90%
7-Day Outlook
Today
15° / 11°
100%
Thu
15° / 12°
100%
Fri
15° / 12°
87%
Sat
17° / 12°
96%
Sun
14° / 9°
49%
Mon
16° / 11°
87%
Tue
17° / 11°
98%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

4 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Gairloch Harbour Beach Circular Walk

Loops around Gairloch's sheltered harbour on mostly flat, well-maintained paths and quiet roads. Perfect for families with buggies and young children – minimal incline, paved sections, and sandy beach access at the harbour. Dogs welcome throughout. Offers brilliant views across to Skye, chances to spot seals and seabirds, plus the working harbour brings local character. Combines coastal scenery with village amenities, making it ideal for a gentle stroll before or after exploring Gairloch's shops

EasyHiking routeLocal network
2.85 km from campsite

Flowerdale Glen

Follows a gentle glen path alongside the River Kerry through ancient oak woodland, ideal for families with sturdy buggies on the lower sections though some uneven terrain further in. Dogs welcome on leads due to livestock. The route offers stunning Highland scenery with waterfalls, wildlife spotting opportunities including red deer, and a peaceful escape into one of Wester Ross's most accessible glens – perfect for a leisurely half-day wander.

Hiking routeLocal network
4.05 km from campsite
Route length: 4.75 km

Old Slattadale - Gairloch Road

Follows an old historic road through wild Highland scenery between Slattadale and Gairloch, with moderate but sustained inclines over rough, uneven ground. Not suitable for buggies or very young children due to the remote terrain and length. Dogs welcome on leads where sheep graze. A rewarding trek for families with older kids who enjoy proper hill walking, offering stunning loch and mountain views plus a real sense of traversing authentic Highland paths far from crowds.

Hiking routeLocal network
4.77 km from campsite

Tollie Path

Forestry & Land Scotland logoForestry & Land Scotland
Hiking routeLocal network
9.34 km from campsite

Walk data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Open in Maps uses Google / Apple Maps

Reel a fish near your pitch

Fisheries within 10 km

No named fisheries found within 10 km of this campsite (OSM-sourced). If you know one nearby, let us know in the community thread and we'll add it.

From the Wall

Share your trip
No trips shared for Dry Island yet. Be the first — your photos could even feature on this page.
AI Packing List · Pro
Try Pro free for 14 days

Get a bespoke packing list tuned to this campsite's facilities, your party and the forecast — generated on demand by Camper AI.

Outdoor kit · partner deals
  • Teva UK†
    Footwear

    Walking sandals & water-friendly footwear — the unsung hero of UK campsite ablution-block runs.

  • Absolute Snow†
    Outdoor clothing

    Outdoor jackets, fleece layers and boots — Berghaus, Rab, Patagonia and more under one roof.

  • FINDRA†
    Outdoor clothing

    Scottish-made merino wool base layers, cycling kit and hill-walking essentials — built in the Borders to outlast the British weather.

  • Campsites.co.uk†
    Campsite booking

    Alternative booking platform — listings for thousands of UK campsites, holiday parks and touring sites.

  • Camping World UK†
    Camping gear

    UK's biggest camping retailer — tents, stoves, sleeping bags, awnings and every accessory you forgot to pack.

  • Trek Expert†
    Outdoor gear

    French outdoor specialist — adidas Terrex, hiking, trail running and mountain gear. Use ADI10 for an extra 10% off adidas.

† Partner links — CampCompass UK earns a small commission if you buy. Costs you nothing and helps keep the app free of ads.

Partner Discount Codes · Pro

Verified discount codes from outdoor brands — added by the team as new partnerships go live.

Try Pro free for 14 days
Facilities
Wi-Fi
Nearby

Pubs, shops & services within 5 km

This site is properly off-grid — no shops, pubs, cafes or services within 5 km on our records. Pack a flask, a stove and your favourite supper. That's half the magic.

Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

Campfire threads about this site
No conversations yet. Be the first to share tips or a recommendation.
Field Notes (0)
Your rating
10 more characters to post0 / 2000
No reviews yet. Be the first.
From
See on Pitchup
Find campsite online