We are appealing to all campers to take an active role in helping to avoid the impacts of human waste, litter and damage to the environment. Our advice about how to camp responsibly in Scotland includes: -HUMAN WASTE. Carry a trowel and bury your own waste and urinate well away from open water, rivers and burns. -LIGHTING FIRES. Never cut down or damage trees. Use a stove if possible. If you must have an open fire keep it small and under control and remove all traces before leaving. -LITTER. Take away all of your rubbish and consider picking up other litter as well. -PARKING. Use a designated car park where possible and never block a road or lane, an entrance to a field or a building. You can download our advice leaflet and any of our 3 A4 posters by clicking here. What the Code says Access rights extend to wild camping. This type of camping is lightweight, done in small numbers and only for two or three nights in any one place. You can camp in this way wherever access rights apply but help to avoid causing problems for local people and land managers by not camping in enclosed fields of crops or farm animals and by keeping well away from buildings, roads or historic structures. Take extra care to avoid disturbing deer stalking or grouse shooting. If you wish to camp close to a house or building, seek the owner’s permission. Leave no trace by: -taking away all your litter; -removing all traces of your tent pitch and of any open fire (follow the guidance for lighting fires); -not causing any pollution. Camping at the roadside Camping has traditionally taken place in many places which are excluded from the interpretation of responsible behaviour in the Code. Camping, such as that at the roadside, is lawful and may have few adverse effects, and can indeed provide a relatively safe and accessible introduction to this activity for the young or inexperienced. Offences which may relate to camping are listed in the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. These include: ·vandalism (Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 1980), ·polluting water (Control of Pollution Act 1974), ·lighting or laying fires which cause danger, alarm or annoyance (Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982), ·off-road parking (Road Traffic Act 1988). -------------------------------------------------------- Further information The following links may be of interest to people who want to camp: The Mountaineering Council of Scotland provides information on wild camping in Scotland. The Mountaineering Council of Scotland is the representative body for climbers, walkers, mountaineers and cross-country skiers who enjoy the Scottish mountains. Where to ‘Go’ in the Great Outdoors This leaflet explains key points about toilet hygiene, published by the MCofS and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency. Copies of the leaflet are available from the MCofS office and a summary is provided on their website Walkscotland advice on wild camping. ScottishCamping.com for a list of campsites in Scotland. This has been established to provide the most accessible, accurate and comprehensive directory of campsites and caravan parks in Scotland, for those planning camping holidays in Scotland. Scottish Camping believe that with over 500 sites listed they are the leading online guide for those who wish to camp in Scotland. Cool Camping Scotland Cool Camping Scotland is a book that seeks to understand contemporary campers needs with a hand-picked selection of outstanding tent-oriented campsites. Cool Camping, are all about the best places to camp. That means countryside campsites, stunning locations, great views and other special places to get outdoors. Caravan Parks and Camping in Scotland The Camping and Caravanning Club The main UK website of The Camping and Caravanning Club: “We are the oldest and friendliest Club for all campers, and offer a warm welcome to members and non-members alike, with caravans, motorcaravans, tents or trailer tents. Choose one of our main Club Sites throughout the UK for a holiday in the great outdoors you'll want to repeat.” VisitScotland The official site of Scotland’s National Tourism Board. Search “Accommodation” to find caravan and camping parks in Scotland. Whether you are looking for a budget family break, a romantic get-away-from-it-all or just a way to stop and smell the roses, Scotland offers a range of campsites and caravan sites to suit all tastes.

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