Scotland's best camping spots named as four stunning locations make UK top 20 list

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The shores of Loch Ness and the foot of Ben Nevis are among the UK’s top 20 idyllic camping destinations.A poll of 750 regular campers revealed where they would most want to reconnect with nature, with the Scottish Lowlands and Scottish Highlands ranking highly.It also emerged 79 per cent enjoy a camping holiday up to four times per year, with 91 per cent ‘eager’ to explore more of the UK.Darren Whittington, deputy director general of The Camping and Caravanning Club, which commissioned the research, said: “The UK is home to thousands of beautiful camping locations, and watching the sun set and rise in these areas of natural beauty is a joy to behold.“Camping provides an opportunity to become immersed in the incredible outdoors, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.“It’s also proven to have a positive impact on your physical and mental wellbeing.

Being closer to nature, observing wildlife, and enjoying scenic landscapes can be incredibly relaxing and rejuvenating.”The study also revealed enjoying the fresh air, spending quality time with loved ones and disconnecting from usual routines are among the favourite things about escaping to the outdoors – along with walking in the woods, stargazing, and going to the pub.According to 35 per cent, two to three campers make up the ideal party number, with two per cent preferring to go alone.

And proving to be a popular family getaway, 34 per cent enjoy the camping experience with their partner and children.It also found 31 per cent found their love of camping from going with their family when they were a child.Other reasons those polled, via OnePoll.com, turned to camping include having a love for the outdoors (46 per cent), and considering it to be more cost-effective