Campsites with rock climbing in Watergate Bay

Climbers heading to Watergate Bay are spoiled for choice, with over 110 campsites close to rocky crags and coastal cliffs. Expect campsites where you can pitch up for as little as £10 a night, with the average hovering around £98. Facilities like showers and toilets are standard, and most sites welcome pets—handy if your adventure buddy has four legs. After a day scaling Cornish granite, take a dip in the sea or explore nearby hiking trails. Regulars rave about Ryn Gwari Farm (35 reviews) for easy access to bouldering spots, The Enchanted Wilderness (28 reviews) for its off-grid vibe, and The Camping Field (19 reviews) for its simple setup and good proximity to the bay. Pack your kit, check the tide times, and get ready for some serious climbing action on Cornwall’s north coast.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Watergate Bay

Climbers heading to Watergate Bay are spoiled for choice, with over 110 campsites close to rocky crags and coastal cliffs. Expect campsites where you can pitch up for as little as £10 a night, with the average hovering around £98. Facilities like showers and toilets are standard, and most sites welcome pets—handy if your adventure buddy has four legs. After a day scaling Cornish granite, take a dip in the sea or explore nearby hiking trails. Regulars rave about Ryn Gwari Farm (35 reviews) for easy access to bouldering spots, The Enchanted Wilderness (28 reviews) for its off-grid vibe, and The Camping Field (19 reviews) for its simple setup and good proximity to the bay. Pack your kit, check the tide times, and get ready for some serious climbing action on Cornwall’s north coast.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Watergate Bay

1. The Enchanted Wilderness

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(43)

6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Yelverton, England

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

2. The Camping Field

96%

(26)

35 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Bodmin, Cornwall, South West England

Back-to-basics camping in beautiful Cornish countryside

3. Tamarisk Holiday Cabins

90%

(5)

3 units · Glamping · Bude, England

Holiday cabins with hot tubs on the North Cornish Coast

4. Devon Yurt

2 units · Glamping · Lifton, England

Rolling Dartmoor views from the yurts, from the shower, and from the rolltop bath...

5. Camp De Lank Cornwall

100%

(6)

35 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · St Breward, England

Bell tents and pitches close to Bodmin Moor and the Camel Trail

6. Bakesdown Farm Camping

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(22)

7 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Bude, Cornwall, South West England

Small-scale camping and glamping on a 33-acre Cornish farm with separate meadows ensuring space, peace and privacy

7. Atlantic Horizons

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9 units · Tents, Glamping · Bude, England

We are a friendly glamping and camping site set in the beautiful natural surroundings of the North Cornwall coast and countryside allowing for a quiet getaway or family break. Atlantic Horizons aims to offer the camping experience but without the hassle. Supplying you with everything you need for a relaxing yet comfortable glamping experience. We understand how the issues of packing and unpacking can be for you, especially after a long drive, therefore we feel that it is important to remove any challenges by providing you with a variety of glamping packages to suit your needs.

8. Passaford Meadow Campsite

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15 units · Tents · Okehampton, Devon, South West England

Camping for walkers and cyclists in the Devon countryside

9. Wylde Valley Camping

97%

(16)

132 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Bude, Cornwall, South West England

10. KUDHVA Architectural Hideouts

8 units · Glamping · Tintagel, England

Stylish off-grid boltholes surrounded by nature on the Cornish coast

11. Elmar's Place

60%

(5)

2 units · Tents · Bude, England

Nearly wild camping on the border of Devon and Cornwall

12. Dartmoor Domes

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(34)

4 units · Glamping · Plymouth, England

Geodesic glamping domes with a ceiling that lets you stargaze and a dark-sky setting on the edge of Dartmoor

13. Sea View Shepherds Huts Porthleven

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3 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Porthleven, Cornwall, South West England

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

14. Belle Camping Cornwall

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(26)

5 units · Glamping · Cornwall, South West England

Bell tents with sea views on the Lizard Peninsula

15. Coastal Cabins Glamping

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(9)

10 units · Glamping · Devon, South West England

Luxury wooden cabins in the stunning North Devon countryside; the perfect setting for a relaxing break away from all the stresses of life.

16. Wild Coastal Retreat

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1 unit · Glamping · Porthcurno, Penzance, England

This wild coastal retreat (Raftra Retreat) is open from May til September, with accommodation for 2 in a converted shipping container in May and September, and with an added 6 metre bell tent in June, July & August making it accommodate 4 people during those months. The Retreat is in a secluded corner of a 3 acre meadow with sea views and direct footpath access to several stunning coves. The meadow is left to grass and wildflowers, cut once a year in June or July for organic hay. It is visited regularly by badgers, foxes and red deer, and it's a great spot to see hunting barn owls and raptors, swallows....and bats! It's a fantastic place for star-gazing too! Many guests don't use their car once they're here....there are so many walks right from the gate to some of the most breathtaking coastline in Britain. If you like sea-swimming, nature photography, bird-watching, rock-clambering, or just fire-cooking and romantic nights under the stars, you'll love it! We are a little haven in the middle of farmland, so please be aware that whilst most of the time it is very peaceful here, there are times when you can hear farm noises.

17. Rosie - situated in Poldark Country

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1 unit · Glamping · Wadebridge, Cornwall, South West England

A self-contained shepherd’s hut for two in the Cornish countryside

Camper favorites in and near Watergate Bay

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Sea View Shepherds Huts Porthleven

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(2)

3 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Porthleven, Cornwall, South West England

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

Belle Camping Cornwall

100%

(26)

5 units · Glamping · Cornwall, South West England

Bell tents with sea views on the Lizard Peninsula

Coastal Cabins Glamping

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(9)

10 units · Glamping · Devon, South West England

Luxury wooden cabins in the stunning North Devon countryside; the perfect setting for a relaxing break away from all the stresses of life.

Wild Coastal Retreat

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1 unit · Glamping · Porthcurno, Penzance, England

This wild coastal retreat (Raftra Retreat) is open from May til September, with accommodation for 2 in a converted shipping container in May and September, and with an added 6 metre bell tent in June, July & August making it accommodate 4 people during those months. The Retreat is in a secluded corner of a 3 acre meadow with sea views and direct footpath access to several stunning coves. The meadow is left to grass and wildflowers, cut once a year in June or July for organic hay. It is visited regularly by badgers, foxes and red deer, and it's a great spot to see hunting barn owls and raptors, swallows....and bats! It's a fantastic place for star-gazing too! Many guests don't use their car once they're here....there are so many walks right from the gate to some of the most breathtaking coastline in Britain. If you like sea-swimming, nature photography, bird-watching, rock-clambering, or just fire-cooking and romantic nights under the stars, you'll love it! We are a little haven in the middle of farmland, so please be aware that whilst most of the time it is very peaceful here, there are times when you can hear farm noises.

Rosie - situated in Poldark Country

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1 unit · Glamping · Wadebridge, Cornwall, South West England

A self-contained shepherd’s hut for two in the Cornish countryside

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Emma

August 2025

With kids

6 nights at Wild Coastal Retreat

An amazing glamping experience! Claire was a fantastic host and the set up was brilliant - really well considered with everything you could need and cosy. Great location and lots of privacy. Would definitely recommend!

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Amara

August 2025

4 nights at Belle Camping Cornwall

Glamping at Belle vue was amazing! We had such a wonderful holiday. The campsite is beautiful and Michelle and everyone there were wonderful hosts thank you so much

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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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Louiza

August 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Camping Field

Richard is such a nice guy and goes out of his way to help, including helping us with our electric hook up. The site has really lovely views and was very peaceful. We had a really great, relaxed visit. Close to dog beaches and bouldering at Helman’s Tor. We also really enjoyed the eggs! Definitely recommend if you want peace and quiet with a view

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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Amrita

August 2025

3 nights at Rosie - situated in Poldark Country

We really had a great time here, view was beautiful and lovely animals around.

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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

ashley

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Wild Coastal Retreat

The Raftra Retreat was just perfect, more than enough space, lovely touches, and such an amazing location to explore what southern Cornwall has to offer. Claire was a responsive and thoughtful host. I’ll definitely be recommending the Raftra Retreat!x

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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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Not Another

June 2025

2 m Class B

Weekend Trip to The Camping Field

Nice and secluded but basic field with plenty of porta loos scattered around. Showers were lovely and hot and very clean. The owner was friendly.

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Nicole

June 2025

Tent

6 nights at Camp De Lank Cornwall

Went here for our first time camping and it was perfect! We didn’t spend much time at the campsite but the facilities were great (set the bar high for future campsites!) and it’s located so well for seeing nearly all of Cornwall. It’s a small campsite but we got a nice quiet spot at the end next to the tipis which weren’t being used. Would definitely go back ☺️

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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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Clare

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Camping Field

Great camping site. Facilities, while basic, were kept very clean. Lots of space from other campers and tucked down a secluded lane in beautiful Cornwall. The dozen eggs that were delivered when we checked in was great too! I’d recommend. Check out The Crown pub close by for a delicious meal.

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david

May 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Camp De Lank Cornwall

This was everything we wanted from this trip, pretty central for the things we wanted to do. The site was well maintained and the facilities were very clean and well stocked with consumables. The water was always hot and drinking water on site was great. We would definitely stay there again.

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David

May 2025

7 m Class B

Weekend Trip to The Camping Field

Another great stay thanks Richard. Highly recommend for a traditional camping stay, camp fire few beers and under the stars

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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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Kylie

April 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to The Camping Field

I really enjoyed my stay at The Camping Field and will definitely be back! Richard is a very friendly host who is happy to give recommendations and lent me some tools when I needed them! The loos and shower are super clean and pleasant to use. I definitely would recommend this campsite!