As part of Brain Tumour Awareness Month, CamperKing team members have signed up to climb Ben Nevis on 1st May 2022 to raise funds for our chosen charity, OSCAR’s Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity.
For this incredible cause, we’ll be driving up to Glencoe in our CamperKing campervans and staying at a local campsite.
The challenge will see us taking the pony track up the mountain from the Glen Nevis Hostel, which is a 17km walk up and down ascending to 1345 metres at the summit.
If so, it’s not too late to get involved yourself. Simply sign up and pay the registration fee of £35.00 before Sunday 27th March 2022.
Registration will take place between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm on Saturday 30th April at the Glen Nevis Hostel.
Looking to join but not sure where to stay? We’ve put together a helpful list of local campsites in and around Ben Nevis.
Located in Fort William, this campsite is the perfect location for those looking to simply walk to the registration site. Based at the foothills of the Ben Nevis, this campsite provides four fields for motorhomes to camp out and view not only the trek ahead but also the surrounding mountains. With two different pitch types, standard and fully serviced, the campsite offers various amenities including 16 amp electric hookups, water supply and drainage, plus activities such as trout and salmon fishing.
Glen Nevis Caravan & Camping Park is a 10-minute walk to the registration site.
Glen Nevis Caravan & Camping Park, Glen Nevis, Fort William PH33 6SX
Ben Nevis Holiday Park is located right outside Fort William, widely regarded as the outdoor capital of the UK.
Not only is this campsite very close to the start point for the Ben Nevis challenge, but it is also near to the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, should you find yourself wanting to do even more walking.
In addition to this, there's an abundance of activities around the local area including mountain bike trails and kayaking, plus Neptunes Staircase and the Jacobite Steam Railway.
Ben Nevis Holiday Park is a 10-minute drive to the registration site.
Camaghael Rd, Fort William PH33 7NF
Bunree Club Site in Onich, just 10 miles from Fort William, is a fantastic highland holiday destination and is one of the loveliest areas in the local area - it is, quite literally, breathtaking. Your campervan can be parked almost at the water's edge of Loch Linnhe. Pitches start from £18.80 and provide easy access to picturesque dog walks, lakeside fishing, and more.
Bunree Caravan Club Site is a 20-minute drive to the registration site.
Onich, Fort William, Highlands, PH33 6SE, Scotland
Offering stunning views of Glencoe, this campsite provides over 100 pitches to choose from.
The West Highland Way passes within nine miles of the campsite and offers some impressive trails should you be looking to add additional miles on to your walking adventures whilst in the area. Whilst if you're looking for something less strenuous, there are also multiple low-level walks to choose from.
Glencoe Campersite is a 30-minute drive to the registration site
Glencoe Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Glencoe, Argyll, PH49 4LA
Whilst a little bit further out, this campsite on Scotland's west coast provides a beautifully secluded location hidden in a glorious Victorian walled vegetable garden. Oban Camping and Caravanning Club Site is next door to Sutherland’s Grove, a Forestry Commission woodland crisscrossed by colour-coded walks and cycle paths.
This well-maintained, 75-pitch campsite has excellent, modern facilities including a parent and child room, washing up area and newly refurbished toilets.
Oban Camping and Caravanning Club Site is a 50-minute drive to the registration site.
Oban Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Argyll, PA37 1SG
This campsite boasts a 30-acre park and is situated on a 2 mile sand and shingle beach on Ardmucknish Bay.
Some pitches at the caravan site are almost on the water's edge and all of them face the sea, offering a panoramic view of the beautiful Isle of Mull. Bookings start from £12.20 per night and include many amenities such as electric hook-ups and laundry facilities.
North Ledaig Caravan Club Site is a 59-minute drive to the registration site.
Connel, Oban, Argyll & Bute, PA37 1RU, Scotland
Again located slightly further afield from Glencoe, this is the perfect campsite to hunker down and get cosy after a long day’s hike. The campsite is situated on the edge of Loch Shiel, where you can enjoy easy access for kayaking, whilst there are also plenty of areas to walk and cycle to.
The campsite is within a 20-minute walk of the local shops, post office, and some great cafes and restaurants.
With prices starting from £15.00, this campsite is one not to be missed by Harry Potter fans, as it's within easy reach of Glenfinnan, and its steam train that was made famous by the movies.
Acharcle - Lochshiel Campsite is an 1 hour. 10 mins drive to the registration site.
If you have any questions about the Ben Nevis challenge, Oscar's Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity, or any of the campsites we have mentioned above, get in contact with us on 01295 237920 or at communications@camperking.co.uk