Campsites in Fernworthy Forest
Woodland walks, lakeside picnics, and Bronze Age ruins are the highlights of this Dartmoor forest.
- Fernworthy Forest
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Hideaway Camping
17 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents24 acres · Okehampton, Devon
Carefree camping and glamping in Devon with a nature-friendly setting and imaginative owners
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Meldon Lake and Woods
5 units · Motorhomes, Tents8 acres · South West England, Devon, Okehampton
Seriously simple but beautiful wild camping beside a lake on Dartmoor
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Sunkissed Meadow
11 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · South West England, Cornwall
A laid-back Cornish campsite in the Tamar Valley
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Westland Farm
21 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents27 acres · South West England, Devon, Barnstaple
Camping and glamping on a working farm, with yurts, huts with hot tubs, and simple, spacious, sociable camping pitches
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Nettle and Dock Farm
3 units · Glamping30 acres · Crediton, England
Glamping in natural surroundings near Dartmoor
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Surf Pods and Camping at Atlantic Farm
50 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · South West England, Cornwall, Bude
Glamping near Bude, with eye-catching eco-pods, a staggering treehouse for couples and traditional tent camping
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Dartmoor Hill Farm glamping
2 units · Glamping5 acres · England
A self-contained shepherd’s hut with a hot tub on a hill farm in Dartmoor
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Kingsmead Camping
37 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Devon, Devon
A range of pitches, from grassy open spaces to off-grid woodland clearings, topped off by two well-stocked fishing lakes
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Rushford Shepherd's Hut
1 unit · Glamping1 acre · South West England, Devon
A dog-friendly shepherd's hut in the Teign Valley at the heart of Dartmoor National Park
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The Enchanted Wilderness
5 units · Tents22 acres · England
On the south-western edge of Dartmoor, Devon, in England
A utopian setting on the River Tamar near Tavistock, set in an AONB and SSSI not far from Dartmoor National Park.
With an owner passionate about the natural countryside and environment, there are 22 acres of woodland and pastures that cradle the campsite. With views to Cornwall on the other side of the river.
Untouched for the last 40-50 years by anything other than the local sheep and fauna. Bees and wild flowers are bountiful. With hillsides of wild garlic, primroses and bird-song.
A host of wild birds and bees. Otters, deer, muntjac, and hedgehogs are regular visitors. And the owls play an orchestra most evenings.
Amazing views can be seen in either direction and a plethora of outdoor activities are available on your doorstep: fishing, sailing, hiking, surfing, swimming.
Amidst Devon's embrace
By Jose Lavelle
Amidst Devon's embrace, where riverside whispers flow,
Lies the Enchanted Wilderness, where nature's secrets grow.
A tapestry of wildflowers dance upon the land,
As if painted by brushstrokes of an artist's gentle hand.
The riverside meanders, its melody serene,
Caressing the hearts of all who venture to this scene.
Where farmland stretches wide, with gentle rolling hills,
They whisper tales of history, and dreams that time fulfils.
Beneath the ancient oaks, where tranquility resides,
The Enchanted Wilderness enchants, with all its hidden tides.
Birdsongs fill the air, a symphony so sweet,
As sunlight dances softly, shining at nature's feet.
Devon's haven of peace, where wildlife freely roam,
Where dreams are born midst wildflowers that gracefully comb.
The Enchanted Wilderness, a place where spirits thee,
Find solace in its embrace, as nature sets them free.
So come, wanderers and dreamers, to this enchanted shore,
Where wildflowers sway and riverside stories lore.
Let Devon's wilderness, with its magic untold,
Embrace your weary heart, and enchant your very soul.
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The Greenhouse Spa Retreat
4 units · Glamping1 acre · England
Garden glamping with an eco-friendly spa and sauna, all a 20-minute drive from Plymouth
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Hennock Hideaways
32 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · South West England, Devon
A camping and glamping site with views across the Teign Valley on the edge of Dartmoor
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Camping in Fernworthy Forest guide
Set on the banks of the Fernworthy Reservoir at the heart of the Dartmoor National Park, Fernworthy Forest has some of the NP’s most rewarding short walks. Follow the lakeside trail, enjoy bird-watching or fish for brown trout around the lake, then stop for a picnic by the lakeside. Hikers can choose from a variety of forest trails. Explore Bronze Age stone circles, follow scenic woodland walks, and spot herds of native Dartmoor ponies grazing the moors. There are no campsites at Fernworthy Forest, but wild camping is permitted—pitch your tent beneath the trees for a real back-to-nature experience.
When to Go
July and August are the peak season in Dartmoor National Park, and popular spots such as Fernworthy Forest can get crowded—parking is limited, so get there early. Forest walks can be enjoyed year-round, but it’s most magical in autumn, with its canopy of fall foliage. Dartmoor weather is notoriously changeable, so pack a sweater and raincoat even in summer.
Know Before You Go
- Fernworthy Forest is located north of Dartmoor National Park, about a 15-minute drive southwest of Chagford. There is a pay and display car park by the entrance to the forest.
- Restrooms are located at the forest car park, but there are no other facilities, so bring everything you need with you. The closest village is Chagford, which has a few pubs and small shops.
- Trout fishing is possible on the lake between March and October, and fishing permits can be purchased on-site.
- Parts of the lakeside trail are accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
- Dartmoor National Park is one of the few places in the UK where wild camping is permitted. Tents must be pitched away from roads and attractions, and large group camping is not allowed.
- Dartmoor has free-roaming ponies, sheep, and cattle, and these animals have the right of way on moorland roads. There is a strict speed limit of 40 mph throughout. It is a fineable offense to feed any of the animals in the park, and visitors are also advised to keep a distance for their own safety—these are feral animals and may kick or bite.
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