Isle of Bute camping

[gloomyandy]

Hi,
has anyone any experience of camping on Bute? I think there is an official site (see mixed reviews - seemed expensive) and I've seen comments about wild camping at the North end (anyone know where, google maps made just past the ferry ramp look a possibility). Will be there for just the one night end of April beginning of May. Also any places that are must see when I pass through?

Thanks

Andy

[SimonCT]

Roseland Caravan Park - I camped there, one damp night in Sept 2007. I remember it as expensive but pitch and facilities were good. Far enough from the town to dissuade me from walking or cycling in for the evening.
Wished I'd stayed at the independent hostel instead!

Despite riding round the island I can't remember any other sites.
The restored victorian public lavatories in Rothesay are worth a visit.

[Weekender]

I have kayaked around Bute a few times and have camped wild at Kilchattan Bay, St Ninians Bay, Etterick Bay along the shore from the wee cafe. and at Balnakailly Bay, for the latter there is a rough Landrover track NW of Rubodach ferry slip Grid 028 742 will take you to a good spot at 023 743. Don't know any campsites, never use them.
Gerry

[gloomyandy]

Hi Gerry,
that's perfect thanks. Etterick Bay looks good and I think Balnakailly Bay was what I originally had in mind.

Thanks again

Andy