- Camping with Wildlife watching
Wildlife-watching campsites in Haldon Forest
97% (830) • 1,394 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Haldon Forest
Bredy Farm
1. Bredy Farm
87%
(64)
Bridport, England · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm with a party vibe at weekends
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The Enchanted Wilderness
2. The Enchanted Wilderness
92%
(48)
Yelverton, England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor
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Goren Farm
3. Goren Farm
100%
(86)
Seaton, England · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping in Devonshire wildflower meadows
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Swell Camping at The Orchard
4. Swell Camping at The Orchard
100%
(2)
Croyde, England · 1 unit
Bell tent glamping with views of Saunton Sands in Devon
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Hardyes Countryside Camping
5. Hardyes Countryside Camping
98%
(45)
Weymouth, England · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
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Electrical hookup
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Flowerdew Farm
6. Flowerdew Farm
100%
(18)
Bridport, England · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
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Beryl's Campsite
7. Beryl's Campsite
97%
(38)
Kingsbridge, England · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A secret, secluded campsite with wonderful views down to Start Bay
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Electrical hookup
Campfires
Pittaford Farm
8. Pittaford Farm
99%
(67)
Kingsbridge, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
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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Forest Edge
9. Forest Edge
100%
(25)
Sidbury, England · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon
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Electrical hookup
Campfires
Pure & Rustic
10. Pure & Rustic
86%
(7)
Croyde, England · 6 units
Acres of beautiful woodlands & pastures for those that like to sleep under canvas with or without electric.
Hot showers, Pure Greenfields spring water on tap, designated fire pits to bring out your rawness of nature!!
Pure & Rustic is close by to some fantastic local pubs, and the beaches of Croyde, Saunton, Putsborough & Woolacombe.
A magical woodland retreat to watch the moon & stars float by..!
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Secret Spot Camping Saunton
11. Secret Spot Camping Saunton
99%
(140)
Braunton, England · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Finding this exclusive Devon spot is like making it on to the best VIP guest list in town
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Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping
12. Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping
85%
(17)
Littlehempston, England · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Adult-only camping and glamping within striking distance of Totnes and the South Devon coast.
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Livit, Glamping by the coast
13. Livit, Glamping by the coast
98%
(48)
Bideford, England · 9 units
Adventure-filled glamping with sea views to savour
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Hideaway Camping
14. Hideaway Camping
98%
(43)
Okehampton, England · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Carefree camping and glamping in Devon with a nature-friendly setting and imaginative owners
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Milkmaid Meadow Campsite
15. Milkmaid Meadow Campsite
100%
(18)
Barnstaple, England · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes
An open, green, back-to-basics space with homely local produce for sale
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Wylde Valley Camping
16. Wylde Valley Camping
97%
(16)
Bude, England · 130 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A popular festival space that's now a bona fide campsite, with modern, pop-up facilities and a top North Cornwall location
Electrical hookup
Campfires
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Westland Farm
17. Westland Farm
100%
(141)
Barnstaple, England · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping and glamping on a working farm, with yurts, huts with hot tubs, and simple, spacious, sociable camping pitches
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The High Nature Centre
18. The High Nature Centre
92%
(19)
Salcombe, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A stay at The High Nature Centre is sure to reinvigorate the soul as only a sojourn by the sea can
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Kingsmead Camping
19. Kingsmead Camping
99%
(97)
Cullompton, England · 6 units
A range of pitches, from grassy open spaces to off-grid woodland clearings, topped off by two well-stocked fishing lakes
Electrical hookup
Pets
Aldridge Mill
20. Aldridge Mill
95%
(22)
Tiverton, England · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A yurt, a gypsy wagon, and wild camping pitches in a Devon valley.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Ellen
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Beautiful scenic campsite, very peaceful. Note that some areas aren't suitable for children to roam because of wildflower planting, but plenty to do using designated paths.
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Emma
2 weeks ago
5 m car
With pets
We loved camping in our van at enchanted wilderness. What a beautiful spot. It was peaceful surrounded by nature with some lovely walks on site. We will be back next time we need to recharge the batteries.
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Sian
3 weeks ago
5 m campervan
With pets
This is a brilliant spot. Really beautiful views, quiet and super clean. Good facilities and friendly host. Our schnauzers loved it too. Will be back!
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Michael
April 2026
Weekend Trip to Westland Farm
My wife and I had an amazing time. The hut is situated in a lovely farm, next to a lovely little stream so you wake up with the peaceful sound of wildlife and the trickling of the stream. The hot tub is a nice touch. A little fire in the hut keeps the place cosy and warm. Will definitely be returning.
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Jane
April 2026
5 m car
Had a very lovely peaceful time here in my little van. Loved the view, swimming in the estuary and seeing the chickens running upto you. Loved listening to the birds during the day and at nighttime.
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Andy
February 2026
Tent
My friends and I had a great time here. Great host. Would highly recommend.
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Niome
October 2025
With kids
brilliant place to stay, very relaxed there but if you need anything they was there. me and my partner stayed here with our 2 daughters and our dog and it was 100% one of the best places we have been to, great veiws, great facilities. all in all will 100% be staying again and maybe try the other cabins.
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Finty
September 2025
Tent
We loved our stay at Aldridge Mill! It was so peaceful and lots of lovely walking spots near by :)
It was so refreshing having space for ourselves and our dogs - We arrived at the end of September so was very quiet and spacious.
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Myrtle
September 2025
Tent
It's a peaceful, quiet site, and we were treated to an evening of watching swallows followed by an incredible moon rise. We wouldn't hesitate to come back.
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sophie
September 2025
Tent
Beautiful campsite surrounded by nature. Peaceful and quiet it felt wild but with some nice comforts like a hot shower. Will definitely be back!
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Charlotte
August 2025
Tent
Lovely site, great amenities that were also eco friendly, river is right there for a swim or kayak and the morning views were beautiful. We were the only campers so it was super quiet but Jonathan was close by if we had any issues. Would have loved to have stayed longer!
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Peter
August 2025
Tent
Fabulous 3-field site, fantastically located and very quiet after the August Bank Holiday. Cleanest showers, toilets and guest hut with very friendly and helpful hosts. I'd say more, but it's supposed to be a secret.
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Sarah
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We had another wonderful stay at Goren Farm, it’s beautiful and very peaceful. This place is very special!
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Gwyn
August 2025
4 m pop-up camper
With kids
Very helpful team and beautiful site. We stayed at Bank Holiday and it was managed so well it wasnt busy and an enjoyable cmaping experience - thank you we would definelty come again.
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Bethan
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved the open, spacious and quiet camping spots at Goren Farm. The showers were hot and the toilets, communal fridge and sink were clean. We went to the farm shop and cafe on our last day and had scrumptious food. Cheese scone with extra cheese and brie panini. Yum! We are going to come back to camp again and definitely for the Goren Children's festival next year! We went to Tukers Arms on the recommendation of another review and loved it. Also the Beer Light Railway is worth a visit. :D
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David
August 2025
Tent
What a wonderful find. Relatively close for a camping site to lots of local amenities and all of the wonderful opportunities that Croyde, Saunton and Wollacombe offer for jut getting out there and calling. The campsite is well maintained and good value. Steve is so knowledgeable and informative and will guide you through what to do and see.
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Christian
August 2025
With kids
Fantastic cabin, utterly amazing view, plus a friendly and helpful host! Thoroughly reccomended.
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Jack
August 2025
Tent
Lovely caring owner who checks in on guests who don't quite make it to the campsite in time!
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Joshua
August 2025
4 m Class B
With kids
Great site and local knowledge from the host Chris.
Amenities very clean and organised and a nice addition with optional baked goods for breakfast.
Add in the walk to the local pub
Highly recommend
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Simon & Cher
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Julian's flower meadow campsite is a beautiful place to relax surrounded by wild nature. The children loved it too. We saw delicate deer crossing our meadow while eating breakfast; ate lunch while a fledgling buzzard tested the thermals above us encouraged by its parents and watched bats and owls while sitting by our campfire toasting marshmallows.
The on-site cafe serves tasty paninins, sumptuous cream teas and lots of gluten free options - or just an icecream. Alison is a welcoming hostess, she even made us gluten free cheese scones even though they weren't on the menu.
Totally recommended. We can't wait to go back!
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When to go
Forest walks are available year-round in Haldon Forest. Escape the heat along the shaded trails in summer or come in autumn to admire the colourful fall foliage. July and August is peak season, when advance booking is essential for park activities. To avoid the crowds, choose a weekday visit outside of the school holidays. The treetop adventure park is open all year, but opening hours are limited through winter, so check ahead.
Know before you go
- Haldon Forest is a 15-minute drive from Exeter along the A38.
- Paid parking is available at the park, and buses run from Exeter centre to Exeter Racecourse, a 1-mile walk from the park.
- There are restrooms and a café in the park.
- Many of the park’s trails are accessible, and Tramper and mobility scooters are available to hire.
