Farm campsites in Dartmoor National Park

These rugged southern moorlands are home to castle ruins, glassy lakes, and wild ponies.

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12 top farm campsites in Dartmoor National Park

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Wonton Park Camping

15 units · Motorhomes, Tents2 acres · Totnes, England
View-tastic pitches for tents, campervans and caravans on a farm in Devon
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Three Hares Campsite

15 units · Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Exeter, England
A simple site with campfires, tree swings and hammocks in Dartmoor
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Sweet Hill Farm

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Dorset, South West England
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
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Hennock Hideaways

32 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Devon, South West England
A camping and glamping site with views across the Teign Valley on the edge of Dartmoor
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The Enchanted Wilderness

5 units · Tents22 acres · Yelverton, England
Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor
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£28
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Brig's Farm

21 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · Bridport, Dorset, South West England
Family camping with campfires near Charmouth, with sea views and a couple of quirky glamping lorries
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Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

13 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · Littlehempston, England
Adult-only camping and glamping within striking distance of Totnes and the South Devon coast.
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Berry's Ground Lane Campsite

1 unit · Motorhome, Tent40 acres · Martinhoe, England
Lovely wild camping pitches on the North Devon coastline. You will be one of a maximum of 6 pitches in a large field on the beautiful North Devon coast with incredible sea views. We can provide a firepit to borrow and you can purchase logs onsite so you can stargaze and chatter around the fire - back to nature! We are based just outside the pretty hamlet of Martinhoe in North Devon, a stone's throw from the SW Coast Path. There is a historic Roman Beacon closeby and plenty of wildlife around, we'd be surprised if you didn't see deer in the neighbouring fields! There is a compost loo and a water point, but no electricity / wifi - delightfully off-grid. Situated on an organic working farm this is the perfect place to escape!
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Surf Pods and Camping at Atlantic Farm

50 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Bude, Cornwall, South West England
Glamping near Bude, with eye-catching eco-pods, a staggering treehouse for couples and traditional tent camping
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South Devon Camping

58 units · Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · Thurlestone, England
If you are happy walking, there is so much to do in the area, you need not get back in your car again for the duration of your stay ! ​​​​​​​​​​The campsite at Lower Terawhiti Farm may be laid back and simple but it has everything you need to have a fabulous affordable holiday here in the South Hams. Pitches are large and spacious at 10m x 10m, and the rest of the field is there for children to run free, roam and cycle to their heart's content. ​ There is no electric hook up on site but we do offer hot water, fridges, freezers, USB charging and you can have barbeques. How better to spend the evening than round a fire pit ! Hire one from us or bring your own.
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Wild Swim2Sauna Safari Tipis

35 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents6 acres · Devon, South West England
Wild swimming and off-grid living in tipis and tents on the banks of Devon's River Avon
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Pittaford Farm

8 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · Kingsbridge, England
A campfire-friendly site in South Devon, with a beach, a nature reserve and a pub all less than 45 minutes' walk away
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Farm campsites in Dartmoor National Park guide

Overview

With windswept tors, river gorges, and vast open moorlands blazing with purple heather—Dartmoor’s wild landscapes were made for exploring. Miles of hiking, biking, climbing, and horseback riding trails lead to hilltop lookouts, crumbling ruins, and hidden waterfalls. Look out for herds of native Dartmoor ponies grazing the moors, enjoy fishing or kayaking along the lakes, or join in the local tradition of letterboxing to search Dartmoor for hidden treasures. For a change of pace, hop aboard for a ride on the South Devon steam railway or stop by one of the park’s villages for a traditional Devonshire cream tea. Camping is the natural way to holiday in this Devonshire landscape, and we’ve been up in the high moorland and down in river valleys to find the best places to stay. In Devon and Dartmoor, campsites vary with the landscape, from woodland sites to places with riverside pitches. Campsites tend to be around the edges of the national park, as the great swathes of land within its boundaries have little by way of infrastructure or population. This is especially true in the north of Dartmoor, one of only a few areas where wild camping is allowed. Hideaway Camping on the northern borders of Dartmoor is just one spot with camping to suit all tastes—check into a caravan, shepherd’s hut, or igloo, or pitch your tent under the trees.

Dartmoor National Park Wildlife

Dartmoor wildlife is truly special—the most obvious are the free-roaming Dartmoor ponies. They’ve lived here since prehistoric times as such a symbol of the park that they are featured on the park logo. The way they graze out on the moor helps create special habitats for other plants, insects, birds, and animals too. During a Dartmoor camping holiday, you can look out for all sorts of fascinating wildlife from moorland birds to otters and (who would have guessed it) the world’s largest slug—the ash black, which can grow to up to 20 centimetres.

Top towns and villages in Dartmoor

Much of Dartmoor is sparsely populated, but area market towns and villages offer historic sites, shops, and amenities worth the trip.

  • Around the park’s fringes are lots of places to visit too, from Plymouth on Devon’s south coast to the easy-going and historic market town of Totnes.
  • Within the park itself, places that act as magnets for visitors are Postbridge, with its medieval stone bridge and national park visitor centre; Princetown, from where you can enjoy walks and cycle rides on a disused railway line; and Okehampton, with its access to the park’s highest tors.
  • Widecombe-in-the-Moor features tea rooms that are just right for a Devonshire cream tea (cream on top of jam, obviously).
  • On the park’s western edge in the Tamar Valley is Tavistock, the birthplace of Sir Francis Drake. Part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape has been recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Top things to do in Dartmoor

There’s lots to do when you’re camping in Dartmoor.

  • For more advice, head to the national park visitor centres at Haytor, Princetown, and Postbridge. If you’re looking for walks, you won’t be disappointed with the hour-long routes from each of the centres.
  • Very similar to geocaching but with roots in the 19th century, the Dartmoor pastime of letterboxing challenges adventurers to get out on the moor and find a “letterbox” where you can stamp a book to say you’ve visited.
  • Although cyclists won’t be able to wheel through Dartmoor’s open-access land, it shouldn’t restrict their fun. There are plenty of quiet lanes and more than 200 miles of bridleways and byways that also make horse riding a fantastic way to get around.
  • Dartmoor’s granite tors make it an attractive destination for climbing and bouldering—Haytor Fur Tor, Bonehill Rocks, and Dewstone are some highlights.
  • The rivers Dart, Teign, and Taw all rise in Dartmoor, meaning that there are plenty of opportunities for water lovers, from kayaking and canoeing to wild swimming and fishing.
  • It’s almost impossible to tire of exploring Dartmoor’s natural highlights but if you manage it, look to some of the manmade features in the national park. The National Trust offers Castle Drongo and Buckland Abbey in addition to some of the most beautiful natural highlights of the park,  including the Lydford Gorge with its 30-metre waterfalls.
  • Families and wildlife lovers will be thrilled to see free-roaming Dartmoor ponies, and there’s more horsey fun at the Miniature Pony Centre. For exotic animals, head to Dartmoor Zoo.
  • There’s more family fun just outside the southern edge of Dartmoor on the South Devon Railway, which has vintage trains running from Buckfastleigh to Totnes.
  • It’s a drive of about half an hour to reach the south coast beaches of Torbay.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. Popular Dartmoor National Park holiday parks and caravan sites can book up quickly, especially in July and August, and during school holidays. Early bookings (at least three months in advance) are recommended for visits during these times.
  2. Check access to campsites if you’re travelling with a caravan or large motorhome—Dartmoor lanes are sometimes narrow and tricky to navigate. 
  3. Be sure to check seasonal opening and closing dates, which vary by campsite. Many campsites open from March or April through September or October, while others stay open year-round.

When to go

Summer is the high season in Dartmoor National Park, when crowds peak in July and August. Arrive early at popular attractions to avoid queues, and book activities in advance to avoid disappointment. Outdoor activities are possible year-round, but pack for all seasons—rain, fog, and high winds are common in the moorlands, and the weather can turn quickly, even in summer.

Know before you go

  • Dartmoor National Park is one of the few places in the UK where wild camping is permitted for tents only. Tents must be pitched away from roads and attractions, and large group camping is not allowed.
  • Dartmoor National Park is in Devon along the M5 motorway. It’s about a 30-minute drive or train ride from Exeter or Plymouth.
  • Several car parks dot the park, many of which are pay-and-display. The Haytor Hoppa hop-on, hop-off bus also operates around eastern Dartmoor from May through September.
  • Many small towns and villages can be found throughout the park, so you’re never far from a shop, pub, or information point. The main Dartmoor visitor centres are in Princetown, Haytor, and Postbridge.
  • Dartmoor has many wheelchair-accessible trails and attractions. 
  • Dartmoor has free-roaming ponies, sheep, and cattle, which have the right of way on moorland roads. A strict speed limit of 40 mph applies throughout. It is a fineable offence to feed any animals in the park, and visitors are advised to keep a distance for their own safety—these are feral animals that may kick or bite.

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