Campsites with swimming near Falmouth, Cornwall

Looking to go camping near Falmouth, England and love swimming? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 1300 options in the area, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or just enjoy a refreshing dip, there are plenty of campsites near Falmouth that offer swimming opportunities. Some of the top campsites in the area include Coverack Camping (36 reviews), and Mount Pleasant Eco Park (33 reviews). Plus, with popular facilities like cooking equipment, toilets, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable camping experience. So pack your swimsuit and get ready to dive into adventure!

96% (328) • 271 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Falmouth

Coverack Camping & Glamping

1. Coverack Camping & Glamping

99%

(200)

14km from Falmouth · 162 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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

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£12

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Secret Spot Camping Saunton

2. Secret Spot Camping Saunton

99%

(140)

124km from Falmouth · 12 units · Tents

Finding this exclusive Devon spot is like making it on to the best VIP guest list in town

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£20

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Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

3. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

97%

(147)

54km from Falmouth · 168 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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£25

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Higher Bochym Campsite

4. Higher Bochym Campsite

16km from Falmouth · 7 units · Motorhomes

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

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£15

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Willow Valley Holiday Park

5. Willow Valley Holiday Park

100%

(16)

87km from Falmouth · 31 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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£29

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Beryl's Campsite

6. Beryl's Campsite

97%

(38)

101km from Falmouth · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A secret, secluded campsite with wonderful views down to Start Bay

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£35

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South Dean Camping

7. South Dean Camping

98%

(307)

143km from Falmouth · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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

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£35

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Pure & Rustic

8. Pure & Rustic

86%

(7)

127km from Falmouth · 6 units · Glamping

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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Fire Beacon Camping

9. Fire Beacon Camping

95%

(11)

144km from Falmouth · 16 units · Tents

Set in a peaceful, rural location in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Fire Beacon Camping is a fabulous location for a countryside escape, 1.5 miles along a traditional Devon country lane, when you arrive the views of Devon countryside, will not disappoint! Perfectly situated for stunning sunsets and the best starry night skies, how many shooting stars will you see? (weather permitting) This is a tranquil, off grid nearly wild campsite, with a strong eco ethos with views across to Exmoor, composting toilet facilities, and recycling facilities. the wildlife is abundant, all the pitches are extremely generously sized and a Fire Pit provided for each one. It's a 10 minute drive to Sidmouth with its beautiful beaches and wide range of Independent shops, Cafes and pubs, and 10 minutes drive in the opposite direction to Ottery St Mary, which also boasts a wide range of Independent shops, there are also plenty of Farm Shops in the area. There is no end of wonderful beaches to explore along the Jurassic coastline. From Fossil hunting in Lyme Regis to the East, the quaint fishing village of Beer to massive golden sandy beaches in Exmouth to the west. With lots of woodland walks on the 'doorstep' the East Devon Way is a 5 minute walk away, 15 minutes walk to the Fire Beacon Nature Reserve and for keen hikers, we're close to the South West Coast Path. For mountain bikers, there are some great routes in the local woodlands and bike routes are also close by with the challenging River Exe Loop and family bike routes along the Otter river less than 15 minutes’ drive away.

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Pleasant Streams Farm Camping

10. Pleasant Streams Farm Camping

91%

(70)

25km from Falmouth · 67 units · Tents, Glamping

Lakeside camping with streams, rope swings and farmyard animals in rural Cornwall

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£15

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Tremanor Farm

11. Tremanor Farm

89%

(19)

37km from Falmouth · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Cornish camping with sea views, 5 minutes from the beach and 10 minutes from the Eden Project

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Tregella Place Camping

12. Tregella Place Camping

94%

(32)

43km from Falmouth · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Laid-back dog-friendly, family camping near Padstow

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Sea View Shepherds Huts Porthleven

13. Sea View Shepherds Huts Porthleven

100%

(2)

20km from Falmouth · 3 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Shepherd’s huts and camping with views on a farm campsite in Cornwall

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Milkmaid Meadow Campsite

14. Milkmaid Meadow Campsite

100%

(18)

116km from Falmouth · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes

An open, green, back-to-basics space with homely local produce for sale

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£9

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Predannack Anti-Aircraft Battery

15. Predannack Anti-Aircraft Battery

100%

(1)

19km from Falmouth · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome

Campsite is part of the Predannack Anti-Aircraft Battery and Museum, a former WW2 AA site that defended RAF Predannack. Grass pitches maximum of 12 with flushing toilet, fresh water and gas powered shower. 2 Military Camping Pods with gas showers, heating and off grid low voltage lighting Site borders a nature reserve and is close to the Spectacular Kynance Cove, the Lizard Point, Kennack Sands and the fishing village of Cadgwith, as seen on the TV documentary, Fishermans Apprentice

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Cherry Masons Fruit Farm

16. Cherry Masons Fruit Farm

100%

(3)

19km from Falmouth · 45 units · Tents

A dog-friendly campsite that’s in a great spot for exploring southern Cornwall

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£14

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Strawfields Cabins and Camping

17. Strawfields Cabins and Camping

100%

(26)

133km from Falmouth · 14 units · Tents, Glamping

Camping and rustic glamping with campfires on an idyllic smallholding close to North Devon’s best-loved beaches

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£30

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The High Nature Centre

18. The High Nature Centre

92%

(19)

96km from Falmouth · 14 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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Mattiscombe Farm Camping

19. Mattiscombe Farm Camping

100%

(13)

101km from Falmouth · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Low-key, dog-friendly camping with sea and countryside views in South Devon

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Friendly Spacious Campsite

20. Friendly Spacious Campsite

100%

(6)

12km from Falmouth · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A Spacious, peaceful site with great facilities just 5 miles to the beach. Far from the crowd but close to everywhere, being just 1/2 a mile to the village shops, bakery and restaurants and only 1.5 to the town. A small number of pitches over 3 meadows where you choose where you want to pitch when you arrive, being assured of a great space for your stay, bring whatever size tent or your campervan and enjoy the great facilities include flushing toilets, hot showers and a wash up area with hot water, together with a communal fridge, microwave and phone charging sockets. There's drinking water in every meadow. So, relax and listen to the birds and enjoy the surrounding nature and magnificent views across the Cornish countryside whilst you sit by the fire. A great location to explore from being fairly central. We're close to the Tresavean Trail which links to the network of trails throughout Cornwall, so bring your walking shoes or cycle. Horse riding is just a 5 minute drive and if you fancy a spot of windsurfing/ canoeing, then Stithians lake is just 2 miles away. For the surfers amongst you there are several great beaches within a short distance and there's a handy wetsuit wash area when you get back. Dogs are welcome - all we ask is that you clean up and use the waste bin on site. This quiet site is perfect for children 8 years and over with plenty of space for a ball game or two. Fire pits and bbq's are allowed as long as they're raised off the ground - we have blocks for you to use.

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100%

(6)

12km from Falmouth · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A Spacious, peaceful site with great facilities just 5 miles to the beach. Far from the crowd but close to everywhere, being just 1/2 a mile to the village shops, bakery and restaurants and only 1.5 to the town. A small number of pitches over 3 meadows where you choose where you want to pitch when you arrive, being assured of a great space for your stay, bring whatever size tent or your campervan and enjoy the great facilities include flushing toilets, hot showers and a wash up area with hot water, together with a communal fridge, microwave and phone charging sockets. There's drinking water in every meadow. So, relax and listen to the birds and enjoy the surrounding nature and magnificent views across the Cornish countryside whilst you sit by the fire. A great location to explore from being fairly central. We're close to the Tresavean Trail which links to the network of trails throughout Cornwall, so bring your walking shoes or cycle. Horse riding is just a 5 minute drive and if you fancy a spot of windsurfing/ canoeing, then Stithians lake is just 2 miles away. For the surfers amongst you there are several great beaches within a short distance and there's a handy wetsuit wash area when you get back. Dogs are welcome - all we ask is that you clean up and use the waste bin on site. This quiet site is perfect for children 8 years and over with plenty of space for a ball game or two. Fire pits and bbq's are allowed as long as they're raised off the ground - we have blocks for you to use.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Sarah

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Tremanor Farm

A wonderful spot to camp! Tessa was very welcoming and helpful! We had a wonderful view of the sea and the facilities were good. (Hot showers!!) Fowey is super cute and only 5 mins away. Great spot to get to other places in Cornwall too. Would definitely go back :)

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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.

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Dominic

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Mattiscombe Farm Camping

Very good stay, decent basic facilities, lovely grass field with views over the sea.

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Jen

August 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Tregella Place Camping

Peaceful campsite, close to Padstow and some beautiful beaches. Bathroom and showers clean. Very relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for children and families

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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.

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tyla

August 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Tregella Place Camping

We stayed at Tragella Place Camping for two nights with two friends and our two dogs, and had a fantastic time. The location is perfect – close to plenty of beautiful beaches and just a short trip into Padstow. Our dogs especially loved exploring the local beaches! Although the weather wasn’t on our side, we still made the most of our stay. The facilities on site were great, with clean showers and bathrooms, plus a bar and food available. The hosts were attentive and welcoming, and gave us some excellent recommendations for things to do in the area. Overall, it was a lovely stay, and we’d definitely recommend Tragella Place Camping – we’ll be returning!

Railway 2 - Wild Camping - Private Pitch

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Alejandra

August 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

My family and I loved the campsite. We were 10 people: 7 adults and 3 5-year-old children. We chose one of the private sites and brought 4 tents. The site was large and private. We enjoyed 3 nights there and plan to return sometime soon. We cooked over a lovely campfire, which the kids loved. They also went canoeing one morning, completing a fascinating trip.

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Ann

August 2025

20 m Class B

5 nights at Tregella Place Camping

Amazing Atmosphere, Beautiful clean showers with Fresh Flowers.. Yummy Food served Locally sourced..Amazing live Band and karaoke night..Fabulous.

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Dani

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to South Dean Camping

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

Wild Camping - Communal Meadow Tent Pitch

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Nick

August 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

An interesting and wonderful spot that is a superb location for cornwall adventures and an incredible campsite with the lake and restaurant! They need to sort out the hot water and when they do it will be 5/5!

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Alice

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mattiscombe Farm Camping

A great campsite! Thanks Ben. It was 30 mins from the beach!

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David

August 2025

Tent

4 nights at Secret Spot Camping Saunton

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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Mark

August 2025

Tent

4 nights at Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

I stayed in Gosels as a private pitch and absolutely loved it. The campsite was perfect blend of eco/modern (compostable/flushable toilets and hot showers) within a tranquil setting. I liked how the campsite was used in a traditional sense for escape keeping noise and disturbance down to a minimum. The quarry lake was a great area for a splash around and cool down. Though used heavily by young families, had enough space for all. I already miss my chicken and rabbit friends seen daily on my pitch. The location of the site was perfect for me to make some visits out to North Cornwalls surrounding beaches and beauty spots. Well worth the trip.

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HM

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Strawfields Cabins and Camping

Look no further – just book it! The site was spotless and really well-kept, with a lovely play area that kept the kids happy. It’s perfectly located, close to amazing spots like the rocky valleys and Tarr Steps, with stunning surroundings all around. Alex was absolutely amazing – so friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help. If you’re looking for a place around North Devon, this is definitely it. We can’t wait to come back!

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Josh

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to South Dean Camping

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

4 nights at South Dean Camping

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

Weekend Trip to South Dean Camping

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

Weekend Trip to South Dean Camping

We absolutely loved our stay at this campsite! The view is spectacular and the amenities are spot on. Would highly recommend staying here.

Wild Camping - Private Pitch - Bluebell Bank

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anna

August 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

This is wonderful. The private pitches for wild camping are perfect for a family holiday. What a beautiful place teeming with wildlife and beautiful swimming.

Jessica

August 2025

Tent

1 night at South Dean Camping

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!