Campsites with swimming near Portstewart, County Londonderry

Portstewart offers a 2-mile-long beach backed by sand dunes set amid birdlife and wildflowers. The surrounding area is full of activities and amenities, from amusements to surfing, watersports, and hiking. It’s also a great base for exploring the Causeway Coast, including the Giant’s Causeway and Dunluce Castle. Head outside of Portstewart for the best camping sites and to see some Game of Thrones filming sites like Downhill Beach and Ballintoy Harbour.

Top-rated campgrounds near Portstewart

Runach Arainn Glamping

1. Runach Arainn Glamping

100%

(9)

99km from Portstewart · 3 units · Glamping

A three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach

Pets

Showers

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from

£162

/ night

Oystercatcher Caravan

2. Oystercatcher Caravan

100%

(1)

147km from Portstewart · 1 unit · Glamping

The 2 bedroom 35 x 12ft caravan is fully equipped for self-catering. With double glazing, central heating and an additional electric fire in the lounge it is warm throughout the year. The boiler also supplies constant hot water. Sorry we do not allow pets. Strictly no smoking or vaping is allowed in the caravan. The caravan can sleep up to 6 persons. Bedroom #1 - with standard size double bed (new mattress for 2025) with fitted wardrobes and cupboards. Bedroom #2 - with two single beds with cupboard space. The lounge sofa has a fold out double bed (new mattress for 2025). All bedding is provided. Lounge / Dining Room - the lounge has large windows and access to the veranda. The room also has fitted cupboards. The dining area has a circular table with 4 chairs. Kitchen - fully fitted with a gas cooker, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster, pots and pans. Cooking utensils, a 6 piece dinner service and cutlery are also provided. Tea, coffee and sugar are supplied at the start of the holiday, but will not be replenished. Bathroom - with shower, toilet and washbasin. We do not supply towels. Additional - Outside table and 4 chairs. Also Fire and CO Alarms, Thermometer, Wall clock and Tide clock. An information pack of places to visit and eat is provided. The caravan is on the family run Monreith Sands Holiday Park with a great location on the beautiful Galloway coast. Sandy beaches are only a few 100m away. The generally calm waters of Luce Bay are great for swimming or kayaking. Nearby is a golf course plus historic sites and formal gardens. Although the Galloway Forest is know for being a Dark Sky Park and great for stargazing, the whole Machars peninsular is very dark. The Galloway Astronomy Centre (01988 500594) gives stargazing tours.

Showers

Potable water

Cooking equipment

from

£65

/ night

Portstewart offers a 2-mile-long beach backed by sand dunes set amid birdlife and wildflowers. The surrounding area is full of activities and amenities, from amusements to surfing, watersports, and hiking. It’s also a great base for exploring the Causeway Coast, including the Giant’s Causeway and Dunluce Castle. Head outside of Portstewart for the best camping sites and to see some Game of Thrones filming sites like Downhill Beach and Ballintoy Harbour.

Top-rated campgrounds near Portstewart

Runach Arainn Glamping

1. Runach Arainn Glamping

100%

(9)

99km from Portstewart · 3 units · Glamping

A three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach

Pets

Showers

Campfires

from

£162

/ night

Oystercatcher Caravan

2. Oystercatcher Caravan

100%

(1)

147km from Portstewart · 1 unit · Glamping

The 2 bedroom 35 x 12ft caravan is fully equipped for self-catering. With double glazing, central heating and an additional electric fire in the lounge it is warm throughout the year. The boiler also supplies constant hot water. Sorry we do not allow pets. Strictly no smoking or vaping is allowed in the caravan. The caravan can sleep up to 6 persons. Bedroom #1 - with standard size double bed (new mattress for 2025) with fitted wardrobes and cupboards. Bedroom #2 - with two single beds with cupboard space. The lounge sofa has a fold out double bed (new mattress for 2025). All bedding is provided. Lounge / Dining Room - the lounge has large windows and access to the veranda. The room also has fitted cupboards. The dining area has a circular table with 4 chairs. Kitchen - fully fitted with a gas cooker, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster, pots and pans. Cooking utensils, a 6 piece dinner service and cutlery are also provided. Tea, coffee and sugar are supplied at the start of the holiday, but will not be replenished. Bathroom - with shower, toilet and washbasin. We do not supply towels. Additional - Outside table and 4 chairs. Also Fire and CO Alarms, Thermometer, Wall clock and Tide clock. An information pack of places to visit and eat is provided. The caravan is on the family run Monreith Sands Holiday Park with a great location on the beautiful Galloway coast. Sandy beaches are only a few 100m away. The generally calm waters of Luce Bay are great for swimming or kayaking. Nearby is a golf course plus historic sites and formal gardens. Although the Galloway Forest is know for being a Dark Sky Park and great for stargazing, the whole Machars peninsular is very dark. The Galloway Astronomy Centre (01988 500594) gives stargazing tours.

Showers

Potable water

Cooking equipment

from

£65

/ night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Sally

July 2025

With kids

4 nights at Runach Arainn Glamping

Runach Arainn is even more lovely in person than in the photos. Great location for a peaceful and relaxing stay on Arann. The yurts are comfortable, the kitchen/fire-pit etc are well-equipped and the orchard setting is beautiful. It's just a short walk to the beach or to the Lagg Inn for dinner. Highly recommend.

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Jason

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Oystercatcher Caravan

Super helpful host. Good location, a very quiet part of Scotland. Accommodation was very fairly priced and well cared for.

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Campsites with swimming near Portstewart guide

Where to go

Portstewart Strand

Portstewart is a typical seaside town with a long promenade, but one of its best features is the long golden strand which stretches for two miles and is perfect for a walk, picnic, or family day out. Surfing spots and watersports centres dot the area, as well as camping options that are available on the coast and slightly inland. Check out the neighbouring holiday town of Portrush for golfing and more seaside fun.

Causeway Coast

The Causeway Coastal Route is full of adventure—walk the cliff-top ruins of the 16th-century Dunluce Castle, or explore the basalt rock formations at the Giant’s Causeway. Game of Thrones fans can check out filming locations like Ballintoy Harbour (The Iron Islands), or Downhill Beach (Dragonstone). Holiday parks and camping accommodations can be found all along the coastal route.

Ballycastle and Rathlin Island

Ballycastle is another resort town with a harbour and beach, from where campers can take a ferry to Rathlin Island, six miles out to sea. The island is a renowned bird sanctuary and ideal for exploring on foot or by bicycle to learn about the thousands of birds that visit the island, including puffins. You can make your visit a day trip or stay overnight—you just need permission from a landowner to camp, and both tent camping and glamping options are available.

When to go

Summer is the busiest season in this region, when kids are on school holiday and campsites book up far in advance.

Know before you go

Dates of summer events and bank holidays are busy times for camping around Portstewart. Consider making advance bookings to secure your spot.
Many campsites are seasonal so check dates in advance.
Weather can change at short notice so always be prepared for rain and wind. Campsites can close and island ferries can be cancelled during storms.

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