From some of the UK's best beaches and an incredible coastline, to cream teas and scrumpy cider, Devon's attractions are numerous. Then there's the two national parks, an endless number of delightful seaside villages, the perfect mild climate and a big warm welcome. What's not to like? Book yourself a holiday to remember at one of our superb campsites in Devon.
Lee, Woolacombe, Devon
Family friendly camping close to lovely beaches and Exmoor. Onsite facilities include a farm shop and bike hire.
4.81 /5
Barbrook, Lynton, Devon
Multi-award winning camping and glamping with sea views and an onsite shop. Set in the Exmoor National Park.
4.85 /5
Ilfracombe, Devon
Family friendly camping park with breathtaking sea views by Exmoor. Access via cliff steps to golden sandy beaches!
4.92 /5
Ilfracombe, Devon
An award winning 5 star and peaceful campsite with hot tub glamping pods. Walking distance from the nearest beach.
4.85 /5
Stokeinteignhead, Newton Abbot, Devon
Orchard camping and unique chicken shed pods, five minutes to the beach. Fresh organic produce is available too!
4.91 /5
Paignton, Devon
Located in the Devon hills ten minutes from the beach with indoor and outdoor pools, a shop, bar and restaurant!
4.65 /5
Croyde, Devon
Family friendly peaceful campsite for tents and small vans just a short walk from the incredible surfing beach.
4.83 /5
Dawlish, Devon
Family holiday park with swimming pools, eateries, entertainment and more. Ten minutes to Dawlish Warren beach!
4.44 /5
Chivelstone, Kingsbridge, Devon
Tranquil and eco-conscious back-to-basics campsite, within easy reach of beaches at Salcombe and Beesands.
4.67 /5
Tavistock, Devon
A small 5 star, family-run park offering excellent facilities, such as a cafe, playground and swimming pool!
4.86 /5
Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, Devon
Award winning campsite with a play area, a pool and crazy golf. Just 15 minutes to Woolacombe and Croyde.
4.67 /5
Avonwick, South Brent, Devon
Idyllic views from your wild pitch, bell tent or shepherd's hut. Enjoy easy access to Dartmoor and Devon's coast.
4.91 /5
Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Devon
Peaceful adult only (16+) and dog friendly park set next to a nature reserve. Just ten minutes from Dartmoor.
4.89 /5
Tavistock, Devon
Award-winning camping, touring and glamping site on the edge of Dartmoor. Onsite games room, restaurant and more!
4.84 /5
Barnstaple, Devon
An adults only touring site with premium ensuite pitches, within 15 minutes of Exmoor, Lynton and the coast.
4.93 /5
Kingsbridge, Devon
A 5 star adult only caravan and campsite with super pitches, in the heart of the South Devon AONB and South Hams.
4.65 /5
Clayhidon, Cullompton, Devon
A traditional, secluded campsite set in the beautiful Blackdown Hills AONB. Pets, campfires and children welcome.
4.66 /5
Umberleigh, Devon
Homemade Devon cakes for campers, tourers and glampers. Set above Taw Valley, 20 minutes to The Tarka Trail.
4.82 /5
Woolacombe, Devon
A family run, family friendly and dog-friendly campsite, just a five minute drive from Woolacombe Beach.
4.79 /5
Woodbury Salterton, Exeter, Devon
Peaceful family-run site ideally situated for exploring Devon's south coasts, with easy access to Exeter.
4.69 /5
Higher Clovelly, Bideford, Devon
A small, family and dog friendly site located just five minutes from Clovelly village and the Devon Coast.
4.73 /5
Bideford, Devon
Working farm site with picturesque views, five minutes from the closest beaches and only 35 minutes to Bude.
4.96 /5
Yelland, Barnstaple, Devon
Tranquil, family and dog friendly site set beside the beautiful Tarka Trail with estuary views across to Saunton.
4.68 /5
Braunton, Croyde, Devon
Idyllic camping a stone's throw from Croyde Bay beach, with award winning onsite street food and surf hire.
4.96 /5
Okehampton, Devon
A peaceful site nestled between Devon's coastlines just five minutes from waterfalls, with views of Dartmoor.
4.73 /5
Dawlish, Devon
Small adult only tent and touring site. A 15 minute walk to a train station, a ten minute drive to the beach!
4.68 /5
Braunton, Devon
This working farm is a rural retreat and ideal base from which to explore North Devon's beaches and surfing.
4.81 /5
Hatherleigh, Okehampton, Devon
Small, peaceful site nestled in beautiful farmland. Wild camping, traditional camping, and glamping available.
4.88 /5
Axminster, Devon
An award wining family run park for touring, camping and glamping pods near the Jurassic Coast.
4.63 /5
South Milton, Kingsbridge, Devon
A hidden gem, just a short stroll to the beautiful South Milton Sands beach. Fires welcome and pub nearby.
4.79 /5
Clapworthy, South Molton, Devon
Peaceful riverside site on a farm with fire pits for hire, 15 minutes from Exmoor National Park. Dog friendly.
4.87 /5
Dawlish Warren, Devon
Award-winning holiday park with indoor and outdoor pools with slides, entertainment, restaurant, bar, gym and spa!
4.6 /5
Chawleigh, Chulmleigh, Devon
Glamping, touring and camping site based on a quiet family run small holding with access to the River Taw.
4.8 /5
Holsworthy, Devon
A family and pet friendly site, ten minutes from Cornish beaches and Bude. Open all year, with onsite farm animals.
4.9 /5
Pullworth Cross, Highampton, Devon
An eco natural meadow campsite, 2 miles from Hatherleigh in West Devon.
4.82 /5
Ilfracombe, Devon
Family-run campsite set in four acres of glorious countryside with coastal views, near Woolacombe and Ilfracombe.
4.62 /5
Littleham, Exmouth, Devon
A relaxed, family site with bar/cafe/shop. At the start of the Jurassic Coastline, a mile from East Devon beaches.
4.33 /5
Fairy Cross, Bideford, Devon
Small, family CS for tents and touring. Five mins from The Big Sheep and 10 from a beach. Alpacas on site!
4.86 /5
Denbury, Devon
Woodland, wild-style camping with private pitches and fire pits, ten minutes from Dartmoor. Dogs welcome!
4.65 /5
Tavistock, Devon
Camping, glamping and touring site in Dartmoor National Park, by the River Tavy. Five minutes to Tavistock.
5 /5
Exeter, Devon
Secluded camping and touring site set in the stunning Dartmoor National Park, close to the River Teign.
4.78 /5
South Molton, Devon
A five star family-friendly park with award winning facilities, on the gateway to Exmoor and the North Devon coast.
4.49 /5
Barnstaple, Devon
A dog friendly and peaceful spot with easy access to Barnstaple, sandy beaches and Exmoor National Park.
4.83 /5
Black Torrington, Beaworthy, Devon
Green and tranquil 20 acre glampsite with private bathrooms, set between the Cornish and Devon coasts and Dartmoor.
4.93 /5
Barnstaple, Devon
Almost wild camping in Exmoor National Park on the North Devon Coast with fantastic sea views. Dog friendly.
4.76 /5
Loxhore, Barnstaple, Devon
Peaceful eco campsite set on a family farm on the National Trust's Arlington Court estate, close to Exmoor.
4.85 /5
Bishops Tawton, Barnstaple, Devon
Small and tranquil site overlooking the beautiful Taw Valley, close to the coast, the Tarka Trail and Exmoor.
4.78 /5
Ivybridge, Plymouth, Devon
Back to basics and dog friendly camping and glamping set just outside of Dartmoor. 20 minutes to the beach!
Barnstaple, Devon
Three camping pitches each with own private wash room, for tents and small vans. Explore the Wildlife farm trail.
4.94 /5
Ottery St Mary, Devon
Almost wild camping in a charming orchard, 15 mins from Sidmouth. Peaceful location with small farm cafe on site.
4.96 /5
Barnstaple, Devon
Panoramic views of the sea and countryside from grass camping pitches for tents and campervans. Located on Exmoor.
4.81 /5
Hartland, Devon
A no frills, very small, quiet, adult-only site in a secluded location on a working organic beef farm.
5 /5
South Devon, Newton Abbot, Devon
Small peaceful eco site by Dartmoor National Park, within 30 minutes of Totnes, Ashburton and the coast.
4.76 /5
Mortehoe, Woolacombe, Devon
Family-run campsite near Woolacombe's award-winning beach and the Tarka Trail, with spectacular views to Lee Bay.
Holsworthy, Devon
Peaceful family friendly site with waterside views, lovely for exploring North Devon's countryside and beaches.
5 /5
High Bickington, Umberleigh, Devon
Wild riverside, woodland camping and pods by Devon's River Taw. Just 40 mins' drive from Dartmoor and beaches.
4.32 /5
Okehampton, Devon
Award-winning camping and glamping overlooking Dartmoor National Park. A place to relax and unwind.
4.89 /5
Beesands, Kingsbridge, Devon
A small and family-friendly back-to-basics site with outstanding sea views across Start Bay. 5 mins from a beach.
4.72 /5
Cheriton Bishop, Exeter, Devon
On the edge of Dartmoor, enjoy luxurious family and dog friendly safari tents with your own private hot tub.
Axminster, Devon
Family and dog friendly safari tents with luxury interiors. Just ten minutes from the Jurassic Coast.
Devon has long been a popular camping and caravanning destination, and the fantastic beaches, charming coastal villages and mild climate here are all big pulls. It's a friendly and welcoming county, home to both the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks, and with an immense variety of attractions on offer.
From family days on some of the UK's best beaches (Woolacombe is a regular award winner), to wild walks on the South West Coast Path and moorlands, there is plenty to keep allcomers amused while camping in Devon.
Devon's highlights include:
Benefiting from two fantastic coastlines, Devon is home to some of the UK's best beaches. And that's no exaggeration - several of the beaches here are award winners.
Highlights on the south coast include Bantham, Beer, Blackpool Sands, Hope Cove and Slapton Sands, while the north coast has its own big hitters - Croyde, Putsborough, Watermouth Bay, Westward Ho! (with the exclamation mark!) and Woolacombe.
There are beaches here for every water sport imaginable, from surfing, kitesurfing and windsurfing to canoeing, sailing and coasteering. There are also beaches to suit every taste, from wide safe and sandy family-friendly beaches to remote and rugged coves.
Or if lazing on the sand, rock pooling and water sports aren't for you, stroll across to Burgh Island from Bigbury-on-Sea and catch the sea tractor back!
Devon is full of unique little towns and villages. The enchanting town of Dartmouth occupies a stunning setting on the banks of the Dart Estuary, while the vibrant market town of Totnes is known for its alternative community, quirky shops and lively cafes. The seaside villages are perhaps the real stars though, with Clovelly, Croyde and Salcombe being some of our favourites.
It's not all sleepy villages though, you'll find fun aplenty too. For family breaks with more oomph, head to one of the holiday parks clustered around Ilfracombe and Combe Martin on the north coast, or Paignton and Brixham on the south coast.
And then there's Plymouth - a vibrant city by the sea which has enjoyed some serious regeneration in recent years. There is an interesting nautical history to explore, a good arts scene and some stunning views on offer, particularly from the Hoe across Plymouth Sound.
The Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks both offer incredible settings for outdoor activities. Walking, cycling, horse riding, climbing, canoeing, and fishing are popular pursuits - and both parks are home to a wide variety of camping sites.
Dartmoor's wild moorlands are rich in myth and legend. Full of great scenery, the park is also home to a large number of mysterious prehistoric stone circles and settlements. Grimspound is a highlight. Elsewhere, Lydford Gorge (National Trust) makes for a very pretty walk, with White Lady Waterfall and Devil's Cauldron on view.
On Exmoor, it's the jaw dropping vistas in the Valley of Rocks that are the must-sees.
The South West Coast Path runs along both of Devon's coastlines and can easily be enjoyed in shorter sections for day walks. The more adventurous might like to try the Coast to Coast cycle route, which includes the Tarka Trail.
RHS Rosemoor, Cockington Country Park and Burrator Reservoir are all excellent days out too.
Thanks to the mild climate, Devon has a diverse agricultural industry. However, no visit would be complete without enjoying a pasty (which may have been invented here rather than in Cornwall!), a cream tea with Devonshire clotted cream (cream first, jam second!) and a visit to one of the cider farms to sample the local scrumpy.
There's more to Devon than cider, pasties and clotted cream though - you'll find everything from chilli farms and micro-brewers to coffee roasters and blueberry farms. Two highlights are Sharpham Vineyard which offers tours of their vineyards and wine and cheese making processes, and a tour of the world famous Plymouth Gin Distillery.
Being a coastal county, it shouldn't come as a surprise that the seafood is excellent. There are plenty of food festivals throughout the year and Salcombe Crabfest and Clovelly's Herring Festival are both a good catch.
Animal lovers are spoilt for choice in Devon. Highlights include the fantastic Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth, the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, Paignton Zoo, Pennywell Farm and - an unusual combination perhaps - Buckfastleigh Otter Sanctuary and Butteryfly Farm.
For something a bit wilder, head to Lundy Island for the puffins and basking sharks, or visit Berry Head National Nature Reserve - a great place for dolphin spotting. Even if you're unlucky with the wildlife, the cliff-top views at both are spectacular.
Devon has a fantastically rich history too. Impressive Buckland Abbey has superb grounds to wander through, Castle Drogo was the last castle to be built in England, and Powderham Castle hosts a variety of events throughout the year. And don't miss a trip to Greenway, Agatha Christie's family holiday home.
Families looking for all-out fun will enjoy a trip to one of the county's popular adventure and theme parks, including Crealy Great Adventure Park, Woodlands Family Theme Park, Milky Way Adventure Park and The Big Sheep.
And it wouldn't be Devon without something a bit quirky. Unusual attractions to look out for include the Babbacombe Model Village, Bygones Victorian Museum and the Kents Cavern cave system.