- Isle of Portland
Dog-friendly caravan parks near Isle of Portland
94% (987) • 169 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Isle of Portland
South Dean Camping
1. South Dean Camping
98%
(307)
129km from Isle of Portland · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£35
/ night
Higher Waytown Farm Camping
2. Higher Waytown Farm Camping
100%
(11)
141km from Isle of Portland · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
**Now closed except for walkers and 4x4s due to access. Contact directly with Qs and before making a booking - thanks!**
Nestled on the hilltops near Bucks Mills and Clovelly, 10-15min walk by footpath from the SW coast path, our 13 acre smallholding-in-progress offers rustic nearly-wild camping in our wildflower meadows. Share your space with hares, deer, foxes, owls, songbirds, field voles, bees and butterflies.
The views from the fields are a well kept local secret - from your tent or van look out over Hartland, Lundy island, Saunton, Croyde, Exmoor and Dartmoor, even Pembrokeshire on a clear day!
FACILITIES:
In keeping with our low impact approach, the fields are just fields, but with the addition of some picnic benches! A flushing toilet, drinking water, hot shower, charging and WiFi are found by the farmhouse.
BBQs and fires permitted off the ground and we have fire pits for loan and logs for sale. Please pack out all rubbish and leave NO trace.
Dogs welcome under close control - please avoid meadow centres in summer to protect the nesting skylarks and ensure they do NOT chase the wildlife.
ACCESS:
Easily accessible by 4WD, and 2WD in summer/when dry. Be aware it's a grassy uphill track, if your vehicle is not great off-road... (but everyone so far has been fine!) The views are worth the walk though! Campervans have backup options lower down near the house.
THE SITE:
Nature spot, relax and stargaze across our 4 fields. We recently planted 800 trees for a new woodland, created a wildlife pond, and are establishing a traditional cider orchard. Rose looks after our vegetable garden and usually has some native breed piglets. Our apiary is managed by Jon who will happily explain about bees... and sell you a jar of honey for breakfast.
Note - the area is agricultural with very occasional farm noise and odour.
We are pleased to be a South West Coast Path Waymaker, and welcome walkers. We also welcome anyone enjoying the Atlantic Highway or South West 660. We like classics and have spanners!
Flexible arrival/departure. If we are not around just choose a spot and we'll find you later.
We are both keen adventurers and happy to provide tips on things to do and places to visit!
Please contact with any questions and follow @HWF_Adventures
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
The High Nature Centre
3. The High Nature Centre
92%
(19)
99km from Isle of Portland · 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
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£10
/ night
Stars & Moor
4. Stars & Moor
100%
(5)
142km from Isle of Portland · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping with spectacular views? Stars and Moor in Bodmin Moor National Landscape certainly has views in spades – right to the distant south coast in fact – and what’s more, there are just a handful of off-grid camping pitches on site, all spread out across two acres of pasture surrounded by Cornish walling.
We are a Greener Camping Members Site. To Join is £12.00 for the remainder of the year if you are not already a member. You can join when you arrive. We accept credit cards on site.
All the pitches are on grass and you can pick your preferred spot on arrival. Vehicles are parked in a designated area, from which your gear is transported to the pitches in a wheelbarrow.
Facilities in the converted horse trailer include hot showers and fully plumbed loos, and there’s ample hot water to make your alfresco washing up less of a chore – but please do note there’s no electricity on site.
On-site entertainment is all about the views, which you can appreciate while cooking on your firepit – hire one on site, complete with a supply of firewood. The skies on cloudless nights are a glittering marvel that you can share with family and friends while cosying up around the fire.
Pack walking boots for yomps on Bodmin Moor footpaths from your tent, and bring bikes for cycling on moorland tracks or canoes for adventures out on Siblyback Lake.
Local amenities are a short stroll away in the village of Minions (20 minutes’ walk), where there’s a well-stocked shop and the highest tea room in Cornwall. Heading in the opposite direction are two pubs within 15 minutes’ walk.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
Noxon Farm
5. Noxon Farm
100%
(14)
135km from Isle of Portland · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Surrounded by the lush, ancient woodlands in the Forest of Dean forest, this serene and spacious 2 acre field offers the perfect backdrop for your next camping adventure. The field is part of an old dairy farm with beautiful fishing lake.
Our camping facilities are eco friendly and we have 2 compost toilets along with wash basins and washing up sinks. Two hot showers as well. Solar lighting is at the facilities and there is a fire pit available.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£27
/ night
94% (987) • 169 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Isle of Portland
South Dean Camping
1. South Dean Camping
98%
(307)
129km from Isle of Portland · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£35
/ night
Higher Waytown Farm Camping
2. Higher Waytown Farm Camping
100%
(11)
141km from Isle of Portland · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
**Now closed except for walkers and 4x4s due to access. Contact directly with Qs and before making a booking - thanks!**
Nestled on the hilltops near Bucks Mills and Clovelly, 10-15min walk by footpath from the SW coast path, our 13 acre smallholding-in-progress offers rustic nearly-wild camping in our wildflower meadows. Share your space with hares, deer, foxes, owls, songbirds, field voles, bees and butterflies.
The views from the fields are a well kept local secret - from your tent or van look out over Hartland, Lundy island, Saunton, Croyde, Exmoor and Dartmoor, even Pembrokeshire on a clear day!
FACILITIES:
In keeping with our low impact approach, the fields are just fields, but with the addition of some picnic benches! A flushing toilet, drinking water, hot shower, charging and WiFi are found by the farmhouse.
BBQs and fires permitted off the ground and we have fire pits for loan and logs for sale. Please pack out all rubbish and leave NO trace.
Dogs welcome under close control - please avoid meadow centres in summer to protect the nesting skylarks and ensure they do NOT chase the wildlife.
ACCESS:
Easily accessible by 4WD, and 2WD in summer/when dry. Be aware it's a grassy uphill track, if your vehicle is not great off-road... (but everyone so far has been fine!) The views are worth the walk though! Campervans have backup options lower down near the house.
THE SITE:
Nature spot, relax and stargaze across our 4 fields. We recently planted 800 trees for a new woodland, created a wildlife pond, and are establishing a traditional cider orchard. Rose looks after our vegetable garden and usually has some native breed piglets. Our apiary is managed by Jon who will happily explain about bees... and sell you a jar of honey for breakfast.
Note - the area is agricultural with very occasional farm noise and odour.
We are pleased to be a South West Coast Path Waymaker, and welcome walkers. We also welcome anyone enjoying the Atlantic Highway or South West 660. We like classics and have spanners!
Flexible arrival/departure. If we are not around just choose a spot and we'll find you later.
We are both keen adventurers and happy to provide tips on things to do and places to visit!
Please contact with any questions and follow @HWF_Adventures
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£20
/ night
The High Nature Centre
3. The High Nature Centre
92%
(19)
99km from Isle of Portland · 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
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£10
/ night
Stars & Moor
4. Stars & Moor
100%
(5)
142km from Isle of Portland · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping with spectacular views? Stars and Moor in Bodmin Moor National Landscape certainly has views in spades – right to the distant south coast in fact – and what’s more, there are just a handful of off-grid camping pitches on site, all spread out across two acres of pasture surrounded by Cornish walling.
We are a Greener Camping Members Site. To Join is £12.00 for the remainder of the year if you are not already a member. You can join when you arrive. We accept credit cards on site.
All the pitches are on grass and you can pick your preferred spot on arrival. Vehicles are parked in a designated area, from which your gear is transported to the pitches in a wheelbarrow.
Facilities in the converted horse trailer include hot showers and fully plumbed loos, and there’s ample hot water to make your alfresco washing up less of a chore – but please do note there’s no electricity on site.
On-site entertainment is all about the views, which you can appreciate while cooking on your firepit – hire one on site, complete with a supply of firewood. The skies on cloudless nights are a glittering marvel that you can share with family and friends while cosying up around the fire.
Pack walking boots for yomps on Bodmin Moor footpaths from your tent, and bring bikes for cycling on moorland tracks or canoes for adventures out on Siblyback Lake.
Local amenities are a short stroll away in the village of Minions (20 minutes’ walk), where there’s a well-stocked shop and the highest tea room in Cornwall. Heading in the opposite direction are two pubs within 15 minutes’ walk.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
Noxon Farm
5. Noxon Farm
100%
(14)
135km from Isle of Portland · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Surrounded by the lush, ancient woodlands in the Forest of Dean forest, this serene and spacious 2 acre field offers the perfect backdrop for your next camping adventure. The field is part of an old dairy farm with beautiful fishing lake.
Our camping facilities are eco friendly and we have 2 compost toilets along with wash basins and washing up sinks. Two hot showers as well. Solar lighting is at the facilities and there is a fire pit available.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£27
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Fiona
August 2025
Tent
With kids
A little slice of heaven high up on the hill ,with a view of that beautiful ocean . Everything was fab , the peace , the shower and toilet ( loved the lights and fresh flowers Rose ) Thank you for a perfect 3 night stay . We will be back, hopefully
Fiona and Seren
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Tracey
August 2025
3 m Class B
With pets
We have been camping for over 25 years now and this is by far the best campsite we have stayed on . This is due to the lovely and welcoming owners . The largest pitch we have ever stayed on with outstanding views . The dogs being able to be off the lead on your pitch . We didn’t need to move the van off the site as the South West Coastal path was a 15 minute walk away . One day we walked to Peppercombe beach then the next day we walked in the other direction to Bucks Mills . We honestly didn’t want to go home as it was so peaceful and relaxing there. Before we left I bought 3 jars of their own honey and two jars are meant for Christmas presents but it’s so delicious that it might not make it !!!! We will definitely go back and also tell our friends about this wonderful site.
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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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Sarah
August 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
Lovely campsite. Amazing views with so much space as only 3 pitches. Shower was an added bonus and flushing toilet, all very clean and well looked after. Great attention to detail on all aspects of the site. Rose and Jon were such lovely hosts. We stayed 2 nights but would have loved to stay more. Close to the costal path and 15 mins walking distance to The Hoops pub. Delicious home grown honey that can be bought. Can’t fault anything.
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Rob
August 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
3 pitches on a hillside field the size of 2 football pitches sums up the space on this site. That coupled with the sea & coastal views, make a stay here unforgettable. You can look forward to sunsets and sunrises with mist & dew hanging in silent coombs, drinking coffee watching the buzzards circling above.
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Katherine
August 2025
Tent
A beautiful place with stunning views. So much space between the pitches that it’s pretty close to a wild camping experience. Gorgeous wild flowers around the site that make the space feel considered without feeling overly manicured. We forgot our air bed and Rose was so helpful in lending us some cushions to sleep on. 100% recommend and I hope to be back soon.
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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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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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Karen
August 2025
5 m Class B
This was the perfect campsite - small, peaceful, great views, good facilities and a pub nearby! Above all Rose and Jon are the perfect hosts - friendly and helpful, we loved their ethos and plans for their land. Thank you for sharing it with us.
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Rebecca
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Absolutely amazing. What a find! We felt truly blessed to have this site to ourselves for the first night, and even when others arrived on the second night, it is such a low density campsite that you hardly notice other people there. It was so relaxing to be able to have our two lively dogs off lead, chasing each other around the meadow while we sat back & enjoyed a local cider or two, watching the sunset over the North Devon coast. The pitches are generous and the picnic benches were very useful. Our Ford Transit Custom struggled a little bit on the hill on the first attempt, but with a bit more oomph we managed just fine. The facilities are immaculate. The owners and their dog are lovely! We bought some of the honey which we have yet to try, but it looks really delicious. This is one of the best campsites I've been to and we will absolutely come again next time we're in the area.
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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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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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