The Best Campsites in Devon: 15 Top-Rated Sites

Devon gives campers more choice than almost any county in England: surf beaches on the north coast, sheltered estuaries on the south, and two national parks, Dartmoor and Exmoor, in between. We list over 450 campsites across the county, including more than 180 that welcome dogs and over 170 with glamping. These 15 are among the best rated, grouped by the kind of trip they suit.

Camping in Devon: which part to choose

Devon splits neatly by what you want from a trip. North Devon has the big Atlantic beaches at Croyde, Saunton and Woolacombe, plus the cliffs of Exmoor around Lynton. Dartmoor, in the middle, is open moorland with tors, rivers and wild-feeling farm sites. The south coast runs from the estuaries of the Dart and Salcombe to the red cliffs of east Devon, where Sidmouth and Branscombe sit on the Jurassic Coast. Roads can be slow in summer, so it pays to pick a base close to what you want to do.

Best for families

Langstone Manor Holiday Park, near Tavistock

Langstone Manor Holiday Park is rated 4.9 from over 500 Google reviews and is one of the best-equipped sites on Dartmoor: tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping, a playground, a bar and restaurant, Wi-Fi, EV charging and a dog-friendly policy.

Barley Meadow Touring Park and Meadowfields

Barley Meadow Touring Park, rated 4.9 from over 450 reviews, takes tents, caravans and motorhomes with hook-ups and Wi-Fi, and dogs are welcome; it is well placed for Exeter and the moor. Near Totnes, Meadowfields Campsite is rated 5.0 and covers every option from tents to glamping, with dogs, campfires and hook-ups.

Stafford Moor Fishery

If anyone in the family fishes, Stafford Moor Fishery is rated 5.0 from over 250 reviews and has pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes plus static lodges, with hook-ups, Wi-Fi and dogs welcome.

Best for glamping

Treetops Treehouse is rated 5.0 from over 300 reviews and is about as memorable as a glamping night gets. On the River Dart, Dittisham Hideaway is a dog-friendly glamping site with Wi-Fi, a short drive from Dartmouth. Dartmoor Domes near Plymouth offers dome glamping and welcomes dogs, and Owl Valley Glamping in North Devon is another 5.0-rated option. For more, see our guides to glamping for first-timers and unusual places to stay.

Best for surfers on the north coast

Ocean Pitch Campsite near Braunton is rated 4.9 from over 350 reviews and takes tents, caravans and motorhomes, with hook-ups and Wi-Fi. Combas Farm is a short walk from Croyde and has tent and campervan pitches, with dogs and campfires allowed. Both put you close to some of the most reliable surf in England; our staycations for surfers guide covers the rest of the UK.

Best for back-to-basics and wild-feeling pitches

Little Harford, near Dartmoor

Little Harford is a woodland site with a river running through it, a short drive from Dartmoor. It takes tents and motorhomes, has some glamping, and allows dogs and campfires.

Hole Station Campsite

Hole Station Campsite is set in deciduous woodland and allows campfires and dogs, with tent pitches and glamping. It is rated 4.9 from over 140 reviews.

East Prawle Farm Holidays

Near Prawle Point, Devon's southernmost tip, East Prawle Farm Holidays is a simple coastal site for tents, caravans and motorhomes with electric hook-ups. It is dog-friendly and rated 5.0.

Best for caravans and motorhomes

In east Devon, Kings Down Tail Caravan and Camping Park near Branscombe is rated 4.9 from over 250 reviews, with hook-ups, glamping and dogs welcome. Westland Farm is a members' site on a working farm, dog-friendly with hook-ups and pitches for every type of unit.

Where to base yourself

Ilfracombe and Barnstaple cover the north coast beaches, while Lynton and Lynmouth put you on the edge of Exmoor. In the south, Dartmouth and Kingsbridge suit the South Hams estuaries and beaches, and Sidmouth is the base for the Jurassic Coast. Plymouth is a good gateway for the south of Dartmoor. Browse every site on our Devon campsites page.

Practical tips for camping in Devon

Book ahead for the school holidays. The north coast surf sites and South Hams farm fields fill up fast in July and August. Spring and September are quieter and the sea is warmest in early autumn.

Know the rules on Dartmoor. Dartmoor is one of the few places in England where backpack camping is permitted in some areas, but rules apply, so check the national park authority's guidance before you go. A campsite is simpler for most trips.

Pack for changeable weather. The moors can be misty and wet even in summer. Bring waterproofs and a tarp, and pick a sheltered pitch if strong winds are forecast.

Bringing a dog? Our dog-friendly staycations guide has more ideas.