Riverside Caravan Parks Near Newquay, Cornwall

Camping in Newquay is all about the beach. And when you return from a day at the seaside with blissfully sandy feet and the taste of sea salt on the lips, a tent might be all you need for a good night’s sleep. Whether you’re a seasoned surfer or hoping to catch your first wave, you can’t come to Newquay without hitting the water. There are 12 sandy beaches to choose from—head to the surf hub of Fistral Beach, explore the rock pools at Tolcarne Beach, or go snorkelling at Crantock Beach. Hike along the South West Coast Path, cycle along the seafront, or go bird-watching at the Gannel Estuary, then cap it all off with a seafood dinner overlooking Newquay Harbour. Campers have options too—check into a holiday park, go glamping in a luxury yurt, or join revellers at the annual Boardmasters Festival.

With 12 stretches of sand to choose from around Newquay, there’s a beach for every type of camper and the place is great for family holidays. If it’s the world-famous surf you want, make your way through the dunes to the cliff-backed sands of Fistral Beach with its surf schools, cafes and regular competitions, or try Watergate Bay or Holywell Bay just along the coast. Central Towan Beach is popular among surfers and families with buckets and spades, but for somewhere a little quieter, perhaps try the horseshoe-shaped bay of Lusty Glaze or Tolcarne Beach, where low tide reveals the perfect places for rockpooling.

91% (186) • 38 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Newquay

Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

1. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

97%

(147)

28km from Newquay · 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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Wylde Valley Camping

2. Wylde Valley Camping

97%

(16)

50km from Newquay · 132 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

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£15

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The Enchanted Wilderness

3. The Enchanted Wilderness

93%

(43)

60km from Newquay · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor

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£28

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Ruby Country Camping

4. Ruby Country Camping

100%

(30)

80km from Newquay · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A natural, spacious meadow campsite perfect for exploring North Devon and Cornwall

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Aldridge Mill

5. Aldridge Mill

95%

(22)

122km from Newquay · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A yurt, a gypsy wagon, and wild camping pitches in a Devon valley.

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£20

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Buckland Farm Camping

6. Buckland Farm Camping

95%

(21)

146km from Newquay · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Dog-friendly camping on the edge of the Blackdown Hills

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£22

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Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

7. Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

100%

(9)

33km from Newquay · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Centrally located yet quiet, secluded and flat two-acre meadow with 9 large grass pitches each mowed for privacy within natural wildflower borders. Clean and well looked after composting toilets, hot gas showers, fire pits, free scrap wood and a quiet woodland to immerse yourself in, next to the stream. Mushroom Meadow and the adjoining woodland are nestled at the bottom of our picturesque 50 acre family farm - with the stream at it's southerly border. Access is via a long farm track (about 750m) and is clearly signed once you arrive at our farm. The numbered pitches are thoughtfully spaced across the entire meadow. Perfect for those who like lots of space and for children who like to run free. An ideal West Cornwall location (10 min drive to both North and South coasts) - you can walk into our village of Praze and Beeble to visit the local pub, village shop or famous Philps Bakery for all your pasty needs!

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£14

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FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK

8. FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK

71%

(7)

46km from Newquay · 4 units

A peaceful farm setting within two miles of Penzance, Mounts bay and the moors of West Penwith. Lots of great coast and countryside walks with 20 acres of ancient woodland adjoining the park. Generous hard standing pitches with water and electricity, there are shower and toilet facilities on site.

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Summit Camping Panoramic views

9. Summit Camping Panoramic views

83%

(3)

56km from Newquay · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Cornish camping at the foot of Kit Hill in an area of outstanding natural beauty

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£15

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Elmar's Place

10. Elmar's Place

60%

(5)

60km from Newquay · 2 units

Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall

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Camp Bedrock

11. Camp Bedrock

100%

(5)

63km from Newquay · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome

Almost wild waterside camping on Cornwall’s Rame Peninsula

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£12

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WILDSWIM2SAUNA

12. WILDSWIM2SAUNA

91km from Newquay · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Set within 146 acres, the wildswim2sauna campsite at the Yeo farm estate lends itself to adventurous and active families looking for a unique off grid camping experience. If alfresco living, wild swimming, hot tubbing, saunas, wild fire cooking, rivers, woods, fishing and being surrounded by nature and wildlife then you’re in the right place. fantastic beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove are just 20mins drive away.. Facilities include private riverside pitches, outside gym, trampoline adventure playground, fire pits, picnic tables, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked.

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£20

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Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

13. Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

85%

(17)

98km from Newquay · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Adult-only camping and glamping within striking distance of Totnes and the South Devon coast.

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Wolf Meadows Farm

14. Wolf Meadows Farm

100%

(1)

99km from Newquay · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Relaxed camping in a riverside meadow in north Devon

60%

(5)

60km from Newquay · 2 units

Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall

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Camp Bedrock

11. Camp Bedrock

100%

(5)

63km from Newquay · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome

Almost wild waterside camping on Cornwall’s Rame Peninsula

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£12

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WILDSWIM2SAUNA

12. WILDSWIM2SAUNA

91km from Newquay · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Set within 146 acres, the wildswim2sauna campsite at the Yeo farm estate lends itself to adventurous and active families looking for a unique off grid camping experience. If alfresco living, wild swimming, hot tubbing, saunas, wild fire cooking, rivers, woods, fishing and being surrounded by nature and wildlife then you’re in the right place. fantastic beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove are just 20mins drive away.. Facilities include private riverside pitches, outside gym, trampoline adventure playground, fire pits, picnic tables, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked.

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£20

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Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

13. Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

85%

(17)

98km from Newquay · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Adult-only camping and glamping within striking distance of Totnes and the South Devon coast.

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£28

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Wolf Meadows Farm

14. Wolf Meadows Farm

100%

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99km from Newquay · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Relaxed camping in a riverside meadow in north Devon

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Sam

2 weeks ago

4 m Class B

1 night at FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK

Laurence was a lovely guy. He shared his local knowledge with us. He gave us some free kiwis he had grown as it was my partners birthday. The site is less than a ten minute drive to Penzance. The facilities, included several large toilets and showers which were newly installed and worked well. There was an outdoor area for waste water and washing up. There are four areas for parking up, the one we stayed at had an electrical hookup (if required) and a water (drinking) outlet. The price is a little high, in my opinion.

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Finty

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Aldridge Mill

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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Emma

September 2025

Tent

5 nights at Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

We loved the location, tucked down a farm track, in the shelter of a lovely wooded river. Great eco facilities, we love a composting loo and the outdoor showers were fabulous. Tim on site was really helpful and friendly. Gorgeous, generous pitches and so peaceful. The wash up area in the wood is a lovely spot but a little far from the site and in the less sunny months would get a bit waterlogged I'd imagine. It was no bother to us as we boiled water and washed up on our pitch, but might be an issue at a busier time perhaps. We loved our stay, good value, a great site with a fabulous ethos. Right up our street, would wholeheartedly recommend. The river walk is a lovely amenity and lots of places are easy to reach from it's central location.

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Charlotte

August 2025

Tent

1 night at The Enchanted Wilderness

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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Sarah

August 2025

Tent

With kids

7 nights at Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

We’ve just got back from a fantastic week at Mushroom meadow. The site was just perfect - spacious pitches in a gorgeous surrounding with never a queue for the loo and plenty of hot water for the showers! We found loads to do nearby on both the north and south coasts and really appreciated Clare’s helpful local knowledge and tips too. Thank you so much for a great week - super hosts and we particularly loved our evening fires with Tim. Highly recommended.

View showing how private and tucked away the tent pitches are!

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Med

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

Beautiful campsite with beautiful surroundings. Great value would recommend

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Suzie

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

A stunning location that was relaxing and nourishing. Jonathan was welcoming and we loved the Runner ducks too!

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Hilary

August 2025

Tent

1 night at The Enchanted Wilderness

My pitch had a fabulous view of the River Tamar. The site was super quiet and all features for basic camping as described, i.e. shower and composting loo. Handy to be on the Tamara Coast to Coast Path as well.

John

August 2025

5 m pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

What a campsite great view of the river with access to swim, paddle board etc Lovely and quiet just wildlife that can be heard Jonathan was most helpful can’t recommend this enough if you like getting back to basics away from the noise

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Nik

July 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Ruby Country Camping

Amazing place to stay, stunning grounds, excellent facilities and games/activities for the kids. Marc and Dinah were perfect hosts and lovely to deal with. Will definitely return. Highly recommended!!! 😊

Pitch 7
Bell tent not included but you are welcome to bring your own. This is a 5 meter bell tent and there's still plenty of space to park your vehicle in the pitch too.

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Frances

July 2025

4 m Class B

3 nights at Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

We had a really nice stay here. The site was quiet and peaceful and the host was very helpful. The little woodland at the end of the field is very nice for a stroll and we walked into the village which has an amazing bakery, shop, pub and fish and chip shop. Location is good for getting around Cornwall. Would definitely stay again.

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Danila

July 2025

Tent

4 nights at The Enchanted Wilderness

We had a wonderful stay in Jonathan's land. He is very welcoming and helpful. From the camp, we had beautiful views of the river and felt truly immersed in nature, surrounded by the silence. A compost toilet and a cute and spacious shower in a horse box were all the services we needed to make our stay comfortable. We would love to go back one day!

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john

July 2025

Tent

5 nights at Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

Mushroom Meadow is a peaceful field well away from any roads. Surrounded by a wild meadow and trees each pitch is flat and mown short for a good pitch. It is a friendly place. Clare and her staff are very helpful. There are very clean compost loos and effective showers. It is a "get away from it all" sort of place. Don't miss the legendary Philps pasty shop in the village!

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roblox

June 2025

5 m Class B

4 nights at Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

We really loved the location and basically had the site to ourselves! It's a lovely, peaceful site, with mo frills which is what we like.

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Mark

June 2025

5 m pop-up camper

2 nights at The Enchanted Wilderness

Lovely unfussy campsite. Great location. Friendly reception. Highly recommended.

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George

June 2025

5 m car

1 night at The Enchanted Wilderness

Beautiful site, wonderful view, and very friendly host. Perfect!

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Neil

May 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Aldridge Mill

Nice place to get away from everything. Only the sound of the birds and the stream. Lovely place.

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Julia

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

We had such a lovely, peaceful stay at Jonathan’s. Our pitch was perfectly tucked away with a wonderful view of the river. Our three year old loved exploring and seeing the chickens and ducks roaming around the farm. Fresh eggs for breakfast were very much enjoyed! Jonathan was a brilliant host, friendly and helpful and great communication. Would highly recommend for a peaceful get away if you like a simple wild camping set up. The location is magical, we hope to return one day soon!

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Carly

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Aldridge Mill

It was perfect for what we were looking for. Peace and tranquility with beautiful surroundings 💜

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Ale

April 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

I had such a lovely stay at Mushroom Meadow campsite in late April. It’s so quiet, tucked away in the Cornish countryside, and feels super calm and private. The eco vibe is great, and everything’s quite simple. The individual hot outdoor showers were lovely and much needed after a hot day, and it was a nice novelty to be able to hear the birds whilst in the shower! Because the site is so rural, there is next to no light pollution at night and so the stargazing potential is huge. I could see so many more stars than I can ever see at home! And the campfire pit is a lovely addition to an evening, especially coming back to the site after a day out to find it crackling away as the sun set, lit by the staff on site for me. When I was looking for a site, I wanted somewhere quiet that I could feel safe, switch off and enjoy nature for the weekend; this place was perfect.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Riverside caravan parks near Newquay guide

Where to go

West Cornwall

South of Newquay, the coastal road to St Ives provides a dramatic backdrop for a road trip. Stop along the way to surf or horseback ride at Perranporth beach, spot dolphins along the St Agnes Heritage Coast, or visit the blue flag beaches around St Ives. Another highlight is a visit to Land’s End, the westernmost point of mainland Britain.

Northeast Coast

Sea-cliff walks await along Watergate Bay, Trevose Head, and Pentire Point, all worthwhile destinations along Cornwall’s north shore. Campsites and caravan parks dot the coast between Port Isaac and Tintagel, and there’s plenty to explore in the area. Follow in the footsteps of King Arthur at Tintagel Castle; admire the views from the High Cliff, Cornwall’s highest point; or continue north to catch some waves in Bude.

Cornish Riviera

The shores of the "Cornish Riviera"—the south coast between Falmouth and Fowey—are a natural playground of forested headlands and sandy beaches. Stop by Carlyon Bay, Par Sands, or Porthpean Beach to swim and take part in water sports, then head inland to visit the Eden Project or enjoy a beer tasting at the St Austell Brewery. For camping, choose between family-friendly caravan parks or quiet farm campsites away from the crowds.

When to go

Newquay is one of Cornwall’s most popular destinations, and it has the crowds to match. Advance bookings are essential in July and August, for everything from campsites to restaurants. Lifeguard patrols run from Easter through early October, and this is the best time to hit Newquay’s beaches. Winters can be wet and windy along the coast, but there are some benefits to an off-season visit, including free parking around town and the best surf.

Know before you go

Newquay has a few camping and outdoors stores where you can pick up supplies for your camping trip.
Newquay has public transport links to many of the surrounding towns, but it is handy to have your own transport, especially if staying at rural campsites.
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.
While the beaches are undoubtedly the main attraction, there’s more to Newquay holidays than sunbathing on the sands. Attractions include an aquarium and adventure parks, and the town makes a great base from which to head out with St Ives and Land’s End to the south or Port Isaac and Padstow to the north.