Dog-friendly camping near Crantock
95% (774) • 481 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Crantock
South Dean Camping
1. South Dean Camping
98%
(307)
122km from Crantock · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£35
/ night
Glamp or Camp at Magical Mena Farm
2. Glamp or Camp at Magical Mena Farm
100%
(63)
25km from Crantock · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Easily accessed camping on a 15-acre farm, with family facilities and a vast amount of wild space to explore
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Forest Edge
3. Forest Edge
100%
(24)
138km from Crantock · 44 units · Tents, Glamping
A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Higher Bochym Campsite
4. Higher Bochym Campsite
41km from Crantock · 7 units · Motorhomes
A small dog-friendly touring site with spacious pitches at the heart of the Lizard Peninsula
Full hookups
from
£15
/ night
Wild camping at Emmetts on Exmoor
5. Wild camping at Emmetts on Exmoor
88%
(21)
123km from Crantock · 4 units · Tents
Emmetts on Exmoor is part of the highest farm on the moor, up at an altitude of 1250 feet with gorgeous views out over the surrounding scenery of the national park. You won't find a better place for spotting wildlife right from your tent! Red deer herds regularly frequent the moor which is opposite your pitch. Other wildlife in the area include cuckoos, woodpeckers, golden plovers, foxes and much more!
This is a place that’s big on space but small on guest numbers (just four pitches which are not visible from one another), so there’s always plenty of space around to soak up the rural atmosphere, spot wildlife and play games. The site is unmanned so make sure you have all the info you need before setting off and it’s worth noting that Exmoor National Park was designated Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve back in 2011, so you should hopefully be in for spectacular displays of stars by night too.
Unsurprisingly, this is a great area for walks and mountain bike rides; other activities in the area include things like fishing, sailing and pony trekking. If you’ve still got any energy left after that little lot, the farm’s all-weather tennis court is available to hire for a game or two.
There is a proper shower and loo available next to the car parking area and all pitches are approximately a 500 metre walk away from this area through woodland and across pasture. Remember the site is off-grid
so it’s a good idea to remember to bring along a torch. Guests are welcome to bring along a barbecue or hire a firepit and purchase wood onsite. Simonsbath (5 minutes) has a pub and a tearoom and Exford and Withypool (both within 15 minutes) have good village shops for picking up any other supplies you might need. The Poltimore Arms and The Exmoor Forest Inn are two very local pubs that are well worth a visit.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£26
/ night
95% (774) • 481 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Crantock
South Dean Camping
1. South Dean Camping
98%
(307)
122km from Crantock · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£35
/ night
Glamp or Camp at Magical Mena Farm
2. Glamp or Camp at Magical Mena Farm
100%
(63)
25km from Crantock · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Easily accessed camping on a 15-acre farm, with family facilities and a vast amount of wild space to explore
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Forest Edge
3. Forest Edge
100%
(24)
138km from Crantock · 44 units · Tents, Glamping
A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
Higher Bochym Campsite
4. Higher Bochym Campsite
41km from Crantock · 7 units · Motorhomes
A small dog-friendly touring site with spacious pitches at the heart of the Lizard Peninsula
Full hookups
from
£15
/ night
Wild camping at Emmetts on Exmoor
5. Wild camping at Emmetts on Exmoor
88%
(21)
123km from Crantock · 4 units · Tents
Emmetts on Exmoor is part of the highest farm on the moor, up at an altitude of 1250 feet with gorgeous views out over the surrounding scenery of the national park. You won't find a better place for spotting wildlife right from your tent! Red deer herds regularly frequent the moor which is opposite your pitch. Other wildlife in the area include cuckoos, woodpeckers, golden plovers, foxes and much more!
This is a place that’s big on space but small on guest numbers (just four pitches which are not visible from one another), so there’s always plenty of space around to soak up the rural atmosphere, spot wildlife and play games. The site is unmanned so make sure you have all the info you need before setting off and it’s worth noting that Exmoor National Park was designated Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve back in 2011, so you should hopefully be in for spectacular displays of stars by night too.
Unsurprisingly, this is a great area for walks and mountain bike rides; other activities in the area include things like fishing, sailing and pony trekking. If you’ve still got any energy left after that little lot, the farm’s all-weather tennis court is available to hire for a game or two.
There is a proper shower and loo available next to the car parking area and all pitches are approximately a 500 metre walk away from this area through woodland and across pasture. Remember the site is off-grid
so it’s a good idea to remember to bring along a torch. Guests are welcome to bring along a barbecue or hire a firepit and purchase wood onsite. Simonsbath (5 minutes) has a pub and a tearoom and Exford and Withypool (both within 15 minutes) have good village shops for picking up any other supplies you might need. The Poltimore Arms and The Exmoor Forest Inn are two very local pubs that are well worth a visit.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£26
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Dani
August 2025
Tent
We had a wonderful time here, with a beautiful seaside view and the added bonus of catching the sunset in a truly special way. The facilities were excellent – clean toilets, hot showers, and the option to buy a bundle of logs and a fire pit, which made the evenings extra enjoyable. It was also nice to have plenty of space between pitches, giving us a relaxed and comfortable stay. Everyone we met was very friendly and helpful, which added to the experience.
The only downside was the mobile network coverage – it only worked when we were close to the facilities, but there was no signal at the pitch itself, so it’s good to be prepared for that. Other than that, everything was perfect. Definitely 5 stars from us.
Thank you, South Dean Camping, for having us – we’re already looking forward to returning!Dani & Alex
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Josh
August 2025
Tent
Incredible views. Off the beaten track. Some fantastic walks both ways on the SW Coastal Path.
Clean facilities and warm showers that don’t take away from the more wild feel of the place. What more could you ask for?!
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Gabs
August 2025
Tent
The campsite overlooks a breathtaking view, quite remote from the busyness of life. Not ideal for surfing as need to drive a bit to a surf beach. However ideal to get away and unwind with nature and explore what the Tarka Trail has to offer . V clean and well looked after.
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Louisa
August 2025
Tent
We loved our stay at South Dean Camping. The sea views and sunsets were spectacular. Facilities great and loads of space. We’ll be back!
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Sade
August 2025
Tent
We absolutely loved our stay at this campsite! The view is spectacular and the amenities are spot on. Would highly recommend staying here.
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Ed
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved camping with Shelley, amazing place to camp.
It’s a true wilderness and it’s is wild camping, although there is a nice shower at the farm.
The directions to the campsite are hard to follow, ideally they would drop pins on where the campsites actually are. We have no idea if we camped at the right spot but weren’t disturbed and had a great couple of days
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Jessica
August 2025
Tent
The view is spectacular and the site has easy access to coastal walkways and Heddon's Mouth. Great toilet/shower and washing up facilities - clearly well thought out and maintained. Will likely be back - it was also cool to go see the alpacas. We didn't stay here for the peak of the Perseids - but the night after and it was great star and meteor gazing!
Be mindful that the campsite is very open so it gets the wind! We had a teepee type tent (we were just car tripping around) and it was not suitable for wind exposure but nothing wild just to keep in mind!
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Hamish
August 2025
5 m Class B
International campers, stunning views, good facilities
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James
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Campsite was amazing. Toilets/showers were particularly good. Scenery was incredible with views in all directions. Lots of space to pitch up and right by coastal path. Would highly recommend.
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Agata
August 2025
Tent
The views are stunning and the surrounding nature made for a truly relaxing stay. There are alpacas on site, which was such a joy to see. The facilities were spotless, well-maintained, and had everything we needed, including hot water. You can really tell the hosts care about the place. Highly recommend,
we'd definitely stay again!
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Katherine
August 2025
6 m Class B
It's a perfect campsite for anyone who loves nature and freedom but with all you need.
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Hugh
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Fantastic camping space, nice relaxed atmosphere with the most incredible views. Facilities were great everything you’d need. Enough space to not feel cramped at all. Great walks starting right from the site.
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Emma
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Great campsite. Clean facilities. Lots of space with great views! Toilet is a bit of a walk though if you’re in the far field! The coast walk to heddons mouth beach is about 1 hour 10 min (with kids) but beware of the walk as my dog came back with 6 ticks!
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Rosalind
August 2025
With pets
The bell tents are beautiful and come with everything you need - pots, pans, a kettle, a stove and cool box. Tent looks out over playground and children loved it. Campsite is high up with gorgeous views but can be windy so bring warm clothes! Will return!
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Chantal
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We were looking forward very much but had to leave England due to family reasons. Emma was very kind and offered us to return another time, which we hope to be able to do!
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Tom
July 2025
Tent
With kids
best views i've seen at a campsite along the hillside overlooking some amazing cliffs with clean toilets and warm showers. It is very remote and takes about 10 minutes drive to get to the nearest cafe. maybe 15-20 mins to get to a shop! Main downside is being so up high on a cliff edge the wind was pretty relentless even on a nice warm summer day we were cold most of the trip and struggled to light a BBQ or fire. it made cooking and sitting out at night a bit of a pain and we ended up sheltering most of then night.
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Chloe
July 2025
Tent
Group trip
Amazing little campsite, the views and hikes are to die for, really clean and stocked up toilet/shower and washing up facilities!
Really enjoyed our stay, we will be back :)
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Joy
July 2025
Tent
With kids
What an amazing campsite! Billy & Emma are wonderful hosts - as is Dad, Norman. Not only is it a beautiful site (seriously, wow!) it’s also safe, friendly and respectful. The toilets and showers were impeccable and my son was delighted by the new friends he made - the llamas. A lovely family run site where there are no bad spots and the energy is welcoming & calm. My son needed medication while we were away and Billy and Emma went above and beyond getting us use their personal space for refrigerated storage. Can’t rate this place highly enough, I’m sure we’ll be back xxx
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Melissa
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Beautiful campsite in Devon, with lots of pitches and choose if you want an amazing sea view. Clean toilets and hot showers, along with grazing sheep and alpacas this family, dog friendly site will suit all - definitely recommend.
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Jono
July 2025
Tent
With pets
Very nice place to camp if your looking for private camping with no one else around. Would definitely recommend!
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