Riverside Caravan Parks Near Perranporth, Cornwall

Southwest of Newquay, Perranporth is a seaside resort town on the north coast of Cornwall featuring a host of camping opportunities and historical areas. Perranporth was named after its patron saint, St. Piran, who founded an oratory shrine nearby that was overtaken by Penhale Sand Dunes. Those protected dunes reach one mile inland, and are an area for diverse wildlife viewing. Find Perranporth campsites at holiday parks with caravan sites that are next to Cornish beach cliffs, sea stacks, and natural rock arches. In nearby national parks like Dartmoor National Park and Spitfire Park, campers will find pitches for tents, glamping pods, and caravan sites with easy access to granite tors and swimming coves. Don’t forget a visit to Castle Drogo—the last castle ever built in England, and then retire to a glamping site with hot showers.

89% (176) • 37 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Perranporth

Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

1. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

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38km from Perranporth · 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)

60km from Perranporth · 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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The Enchanted Wilderness

3. The Enchanted Wilderness

93%

(43)

67km from Perranporth · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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

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Ruby Country Camping

4. Ruby Country Camping

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(30)

89km from Perranporth · 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)

131km from Perranporth · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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

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Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

6. Mushroom Meadow, Cornwall UK

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(9)

22km from Perranporth · 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

7. FOX FARM MOTORHOME AND CARAVAN PARK

71%

(7)

37km from Perranporth · 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

8. Summit Camping Panoramic views

83%

(3)

64km from Perranporth · 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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Camp Bedrock

9. Camp Bedrock

100%

(5)

67km from Perranporth · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome

Almost wild waterside camping on Cornwall’s Rame Peninsula

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Elmar's Place

10. Elmar's Place

60%

(5)

71km from Perranporth · 2 units

Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall

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WILDSWIM2SAUNA

11. WILDSWIM2SAUNA

96km from Perranporth · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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. beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove rock your boat then you’ve come to the right place. Facilities include private garden, wood fired hot tub, fire pit, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked.

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Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

12. Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

85%

(17)

104km from Perranporth · 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

13. Wolf Meadows Farm

100%

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109km from Perranporth · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes

60%

(5)

71km from Perranporth · 2 units

Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall

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WILDSWIM2SAUNA

11. WILDSWIM2SAUNA

96km from Perranporth · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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. beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove rock your boat then you’ve come to the right place. Facilities include private garden, wood fired hot tub, fire pit, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked.

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Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

12. Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

85%

(17)

104km from Perranporth · 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

13. Wolf Meadows Farm

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109km from Perranporth · 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 Perranporth guide

Where to go

Dartmoor National Park

Dartmoor National Park sits in the upland area of southern Devon, sprawling 370 square miles of moorland capped with exposed granite tors in boulder-like formations. Each May, campers can attempt the Ten Tors Challenge to walk long distances between different tors on different routes. Dartmoor receives lots of lowland rain resulting in peat bogs. Campers can set up within walking distance of the bogs at designated on-site camping parks near the bright green moss. More primitive backpack camping is available throughout the area with a focus on Leave No Trace practises to preserve the Cornish countryside. There are restrictions for wild camping around nesting bird sites.

Castle Drogo

Sitting above Teign Gorge, Castle Drogo is the last castle ever built in England. Erected in the 20th century, the dramatic architecture is inspired by the surrounding tors. Hike the gorge below during the day, and then retire to nearby family-run and privately operated glamping sites complete with double beds and hot showers. Explore the rooms of the castle at leisure to see collections of art and objects on display from the National Trust and historic exhibits in each room like the Char de Triomphe tapestry, the 374 jelly moulds still kept in the kitchen, or the formal gardens. Dogs are also welcome.

St. Agnes Heritage Coast

Stay along St. Agnes Heritage Coast at a pitch site that’s primitive with no hookups for the best the shorelines has to offer. Or find motorhome parks with electric hookups, farm camping, and eco parks at private campsites in the area. Many pitches are within walking distance of the Atlantic coast and some even offer sea views. After a night’s rest, explore the four sandy beaches of the heritage coast, including Blue Star status Porthtowan, and take a dip in Trevaunance Cove and Chapel Porth. Look out for wildlife like sharks, seals and dolphins. Or set out on South West Coast Path for a day of hiking.

When to go

Perranporth sees cool, windy summers with highs around 22°C. Winters are generally cold, wet, and windy with temperatures ranging from 5°C to 13°C. Summer is a very popular time for campers to head to the bogs and hills, but camp pitches are generally open year-round for winter camping, as well.