Campsites with swimming in South West Coast Path

Name: South West Coast Path
Address: Camping
Rating: 4.807

Winding its way along the coast of Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, and Dorset, the South West Coast Path is England’s most epic hike. Measuring in at 630 miles, it’s the longest National Trail in the country, and takes a whopping 52 days to complete. Instead, most hikers opt for day- or multi-day hikes, perhaps along the sea cliffs of West Cornwall, through the windswept moorlands of the Exmoor National Park, or on Dorset’s World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Spectacular views are a given, but you can also swim and surf at the many beaches, enjoy bird-watching around the estuaries, and camp at ocean view campsites.

96% (686) • 1,005 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in South West Coast Path

Sweet Hill Farm

1. Sweet Hill Farm

94%

(304)

Isle Of Portland, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland

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Bredy Farm

2. Bredy Farm

87%

(63)

Bridport, England · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm with a party vibe at weekends

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Coverack Camping & Glamping

3. Coverack Camping & Glamping

99%

(200)

Coverack, England · 65 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Traditional family camping near Coverack, with the promise of coast, countryside and Cornish ice cream

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Electrical hookup

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Higher Bochym Campsite

4. Higher Bochym Campsite

Helston, England · 7 units

A small dog-friendly touring site with spacious pitches at the heart of the Lizard Peninsula

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Full hookups

Snelling Farm Campsite

5. Snelling Farm Campsite

99%

(140)

Wareham, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes

An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast

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Willow Valley Holiday Park

6. Willow Valley Holiday Park

100%

(16)

Bude , England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

This peaceful, sheltered site has a special character. The site is the ideal place to unwind with plenty of safe space, a meandering river and friendly atmosphere. It offers 4 acres with facilities, 7 acres of wilderness, shower block, level pitches, picturesque river, children’s playground and has been rated AA 4 star gold pennant. Becky and John both love Cornwall and fell in love with the site as soon as they saw it and it provided the perfect opportunity for a new challenge. Having only recently taken over at Willow Valley in the Summer of 2024, there are always ongoing improvements being made so make sure you keep in touch. Any returning campers will be glad to know we aren’t changing the campsite itself though. Why would we when it is already so perfect!

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Pure & Rustic

7. 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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South Dean Camping

8. South Dean Camping

98%

(307)

Barnstaple, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.

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Beryl's Campsite

9. 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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Secret Spot Camping Saunton

10. 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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Bowhayes Farm - Glamping & Camping

11. Bowhayes Farm - Glamping & Camping

98%

(20)

Sidmouth, England · 12 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly-wild camping in a Devon cider orchard, 5 miles from the Jurassic Coast

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Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

12. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

97%

(147)

St Kew, England · 86 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Wake up to the sound of birdsong, go swimming before breakfast in the clear water of a secluded lake. Cook your bacon and eggs over an open fire while you plan your day, or just laze it away in the peace and quiet of your own personal tipi. You can always go fishing tomorrow, and walk along the cliffs the day after that… The site is a unique woodland valley folded around a clear, spring-fed lake created from the old Tregildrans Quarry. Our tipis and tent pitches are dotted about this secret 20 acres full of ferns, bluebells, oak and meadowsweet. Left in peace for many years there's been no modern chemicals or poisons on the land, meaning we've got bluebells, dormice, Red Admirals and shy woodland Jays for you to spot. It’s a place set apart from the rush and clutter of the modern holiday experience, with an atmosphere that makes you forget the world outside, and just lounge, ramble, or potter about in a boat. We're committed to giving you a genuinely individual service from first contact to your time staying with us. We established CTH in 1996. This was the first and we believe still is the best tipi holiday site in the UK. We know our area inside out and can always help with local knowledge or contacts if you need them. We want to offer our guests a sustainable holiday. A return to real camping means the lowest possible impact on the land and environment - our tipi poles don’t even break the surface of the earth. Your footprint while here could only be bettered by a survival expert. You don't have to fly! a major bonus, and we source all our wood, fish and canvas locally and work with local people wherever possible.

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Hardyes Countryside Camping

13. 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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Flowerdew Farm

14. 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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Goren Farm

15. Goren Farm

100%

(85)

Seaton, England · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Nearly wild camping in Devonshire wildflower meadows

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Livit, Glamping by the coast

16. Livit, Glamping by the coast

98%

(48)

Bideford, England · 9 units

Adventure-filled glamping with sea views to savour

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Milkmaid Meadow Campsite

17. 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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Belle Camping Cornwall

18. Belle Camping Cornwall

100%

(26)

Helston, England · 4 units

Bell tents with sea views on the Lizard Peninsula

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Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

19. 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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Roskilly Camping

20. Roskilly Camping

97%

(32)

Helston, England · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A small family run campsite located on the famous ice cream farm, Roskilly’s. On the Lizard in South West Cornwall, the farm is remote and tucked away with a Cornish feel, yet there is plenty to do. The farm has a vast array of animals that you can feed, a large woodland and ponds walk where the cows may be grazing. There are also many stunning beaches and Cornish fishing villages a small walk or drive away. We have a restaurant offering lovely food all day from breakfast to dinner. During the summer season there is also live music performed by local bands on selected evenings. Our campsite offers large grass pitches for tents and camper vans as well as a pristine toilet and shower block and communal area.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Sian

1 week ago

5 m campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hardyes Countryside Camping

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!

Marie

2 weeks ago

4 m campervan

2 nights at Sweet Hill Farm

Lovely quiet campsite with amazing views. Short walk to local villages.

Harriet

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Sweet Hill Farm

We had a lovely stay at Sweet Hill. The directions to get to the campsite were easy to follow and the views when we arrived were fab! There was plenty of space and even on a windy night a good amount of protection so we didn’t get blown away. We will definitely be returning!

Oli

2 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at Sweet Hill Farm

it is was it is, a field part of a horse riding centre/farm. portaloos and free cold showers

Steven

2 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at Sweet Hill Farm

Beautiful place, very quiet, all the staff there were so helpful and nice, can’t wait to go back again!

Renee

2 weeks ago

5 m campervan

Weekend Trip to Sweet Hill Farm

Absolute beaut of a place with a cracking vibe! Loved it and will be back. Everything is a little rustic but that adds to the charm. We loved the sea views and great breakfast bap from the catering hut x

dean

2 weeks ago

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Sweet Hill Farm

Charlotte was so welcoming . We arrived late and she gave us great directions . Sauna was fabulous too . Definitely stay there again . Great walks on the coastal path .

Natalie

3 weeks ago

4 m campervan

2 nights at Sweet Hill Farm

This was such a beautiful campsite ! Came and stayed in a van and loved the views and amenities. Everyone was super kind and helpful too. Would definitely come back

April

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Sweet Hill Farm

Lovely short walk to the lighthouses and great flat ground for camping. The team were super friendly and helpful when are car battery died!

Angela

October 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Sweet Hill Farm

I have always loved Sweet Hill Farm. It’s a lovely relaxed campsite with sea views and amazing walks nearby. Also, being able to have a camp fire is fantastic. The showers are brilliant too. The only disappointment for me this year is that the compost loos have been replaced with horrible portaloos! Please bring back compost loos, they are so much nicer!

Mark

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Sweet Hill Farm

This was my first time camping here and I will definitely return again. Whilst SatNav got me most of the way, the directions on Hipcamp made the last little bit of the journey much easier. I was welcomed warmly at the well-stocked little cafe, and given a map to show my how to get to the field I pitched in. The tracks on-site are full of large potholes - so definitely something to be mindful of, especially if you have extremely low-suspension on your car! However, take it slow and easy and all is well here. I had the most amazing view, from where I pitched up, over to Portland Bill lighthouse. Both sunset and sunrise were stunning. Facilities here are extremely basic - but it’s enough for those that simply need to get away from life for a while and sleep under the stars without all the creature comforts of home. Of course, there is a place for being able to have all the mod-cons available, but this is camping the way it should be done! I wasn’t here long enough to speak to any of the other campers, but everyone seemed relaxed and there was no loud music or anything played into the night, meaning I could drift to sleep easily enough at the end of the day. Thank you all.

Myrtle

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Milkmaid Meadow Campsite

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.

Dominic

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Sweet Hill Farm

What a great experience! The staff were very friendly and accommodating with an amazing ray of amenities. The showers are basic but really clean and hot, lovely! Such good value for money I would highly recommend this campsite! Thanks guys!

David

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Sweet Hill Farm

This was my first time ever camping and I had a great time at this site, it's the perfect mix of rural, real camping with local amenities near enough especially for someone doing camping for the first time. Located right near the coast, it's a beautiful view, excellent facilities including showers and cafe. The only downside is that when I did arrive in the evening there was no one to greet us, even though the cafe should've been open at that time but other than that no complaints, wonderful hosts and would definitely go again.

sophie

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Goren Farm

Beautiful campsite surrounded by nature. Peaceful and quiet it felt wild but with some nice comforts like a hot shower. Will definitely be back!

andrew

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Snelling Farm Campsite

A very spacious campsite with well-maintained composting facilities. The scenic drive down to the site is beautiful, and the clear night skies make it perfect for stargazing. Martins and owls were active both day and night, adding to the atmosphere. On some alternate nights, music played nearby from around 10 pm to 4 am. While noticeable, it was at a consistent and tolerable volume, and importantly, it wasn’t accompanied by disruptive behaviour.

Andrew

August 2025

Tent

With kids

8 nights at Roskilly Camping

Just returned home from a lovely week at Roskilly’s, and we had a great time! Lovely site with good facilities, the staff really helpful as well. The restaurant/ice cream shop across the road makes it me, the food is lovely and the entertainment in the evening is varied and really good.

Amara

August 2025

4 nights at Belle Camping Cornwall

Glamping at Belle vue was amazing! We had such a wonderful holiday. The campsite is beautiful and Michelle and everyone there were wonderful hosts thank you so much

Peter

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Secret Spot Camping Saunton

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.

Sarah

August 2025

Tent

With kids

5 nights at Goren Farm

We had another wonderful stay at Goren Farm, it’s beautiful and very peaceful. This place is very special!

South West Coast Path camping guide

When to go

The most popular time to hike the South West Coast Path is from April through September, but the trail is accessible year-round. Come in spring to spot lambs and colourful wildflowers or in summer to swim at the beaches and admire the headlands blanketed in purple heather. Warm clothes and wet weather gear are essential for autumn and winter hikes, but this is also one of the best times for bird-watching. Book at least three months in advance if visiting in July-Aug.

Know before you go

The South West Coast Path runs for 630 miles from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset. Most towns along the trail are easily reached by public transport, and baggage transfer services are available for hikers on multi-day walks.
Although the trail has some remote sections, longer hikes typically pass through towns where you will be able to buy groceries and stock up on water supplies.
Most campsites require advance booking, and many ask for the full payment in advance. Be sure to check opening dates, as many campsites close in the winter months.
Wild camping is illegal throughout Cornwall.