Superb natural scenery and a variety of fun activities and attractions make the charming town of Salcombe in South Devon a great holiday destination. The pretty harbour is also a popular spot for messing about on the water, particularly in the summer months, and there are plenty of lovely beaches in the area. Our selection of Salcombe campsites are listed below.
Chivelstone, Kingsbridge, Devon (3.2 miles)
Tranquil and eco-conscious back-to-basics campsite, within easy reach of beaches at Salcombe and Beesands.
4.67 /5
South Milton, Kingsbridge, Devon (3.9 miles)
A hidden gem, just a short stroll to the beautiful South Milton Sands beach. Fires welcome and pub nearby.
4.79 /5
Kingsbridge, Devon (4.5 miles)
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
Beesands, Kingsbridge, Devon (4.8 miles)
A small and family-friendly back-to-basics site with outstanding sea views across Start Bay. 5 mins from a beach.
4.72 /5
Ugborough, Ivybridge, Devon (11.2 miles)
Award winning family and pet friendly safari tents with hot tubs on the edge of Dartmoor.
Dartmouth, Devon (11.3 miles)
Luxury glamping with your own wood-fired hot tub in a charming countryside setting, ten minutes from Dartmouth.
Kingswear, Devon (11.7 miles)
Off-grid luxury glamping on a farm. Stunning views of the River Dart, only a 15 minute walk from the beach.
Avonwick, South Brent, Devon (11.8 miles)
Idyllic views from your wild pitch, bell tent or shepherd's hut. Enjoy easy access to Dartmoor and Devon's coast.
4.91 /5
Yealmpton, Plymouth, Devon (12.1 miles)
Luxury ensuite glamping cubes, deluxe geodome and an EcoPod with hot tubs and an onsite fishing lake.
Totnes, Devon (12.6 miles)
Family friendly campsite on a working farm with spacious pitches and fire pits to hire.
Harford, Ivybridge, Devon (13.4 miles)
A small, independent glamping and camping site situated on Dartmoor National Park, 20 minutes from Plymouth.
4.87 /5
Paignton, Devon (14.3 miles)
Located in the Devon hills ten minutes from the beach with indoor and outdoor pools, a shop, bar and restaurant!
4.67 /5
Modbury, Devon (8.9 miles)
Ideally located between the Dartmoor National Park and the South Devon Coast, this site is a perfect holiday spot.
South Devon, Salcombe, Devon (1.4 miles)
A back-to-basics site for campervans and motorhomes in Devon, with sea views over the charming town of Salcombe.
Malborough, Kingsbridge, Devon (1.6 miles)
This family run park is close to the beautiful Salcombe Estuary, in the South Devon AONB and near great beaches.
Salcombe, Kingsbridge, Devon (1.7 miles)
A peaceful country site in a sheltered valley, right by Salcombe Estuary and near to Paignton Zoo.
South Pool, Devon (2.2 miles)
Eight acre, dog friendly campsite situated in beautiful South Devon. Eco friendly site, set near lovely beaches.
4.77 /5
Malborough, Salcombe, Devon (2.7 miles)
A tranquil family park near the coastline of Devon's most southern tip and a small fishing village. Dog friendly.
East Prawle, Kingsbridge, Devon (2.8 miles)
A coastal campsite on Devon's southern point, near beaches and great countryside. Back-to-basics and dog friendly.
Malborough, Salcombe, Devon (3 miles)
A small, family owned and managed park, one mile from the sea at Hope Cove and 4 miles from Salcombe.
Kingsbridge, Devon (3.7 miles)
Small, peaceful, family-friendly field site on a working farm with breathtaking views. One mile from the beach.
Kingsbridge, Devon (3.7 miles)
Relaxed, family friendly camping site with tent and campervan pitches just a short walk from South Milton beach.
Chillington, Kingsbridge, Devon (4.4 miles)
Vintage American Airstream caravan, located in the courtyard of an historic 1860s farm near the sea in South Devon.
Kingsbridge, Devon (4.5 miles)
A spacious back to basics site with panoramic sea views over Start Bay, just a 20 minute ferry ride from Salcombe.
4.59 /5
Kingsbridge, Devon (4.6 miles)
Rustic site in South Devon, surrounded by beaches and rolling hills. All pitches have plenty of room and privacy.
Kingsbridge, Devon (4.7 miles)
Peaceful, family and dog friendly tent, caravan and motorhome club site. Non members welcome.
Kingsbridge, Devon (4.8 miles)
Small, family owned and rustic site with basic facilities, close to the superb beach at Bantham.
Kingsbridge, Devon (5 miles)
A peaceful and dog friendly base in the beautiful South Devon AONB. Open all year and offering super pitches.
Slapton, Kingsbridge, Devon (6.3 miles)
Slapton Sands is perfect for a family holiday, with lovely sea views and a number of beaches close by.
Slapton, Totnes, Devon (6.7 miles)
Wild camping within an AONB set on a smallholding with furnished yurt.
Woodleigh, Devon (7.3 miles)
A country camping retreat with a private sauna, hot tub and wild swimming. Groups and families welcome.
Modbury, Devon (8.4 miles)
Dog friendly pitches and holiday homes for all the family, set in the stunning South Hams, with views of Dartmoor.
Dartmouth, Devon (9.2 miles)
5 star touring and camping with free entry to Woodlands Family Theme Park and glorious South Downs views.
4.83 /5
Dartmouth, Devon (9.3 miles)
Family friendly, off-grid campsite on a working farm. Ten minutes from Blackpool Sands and Dartmouth.
Stoke Fleming, Dartmouth, Devon (9.5 miles)
A family friendly base close to Dartmouth and award-winning beaches, with a restaurant and panoramic sea views.
4.46 /5
Stoke Fleming, Dartmouth, Devon (9.9 miles)
Overlooking Start Bay on the beautiful South Hams coast, this site is minutes from Dartmouth and the River Dart.
Totnes, Devon (10.9 miles)
A family fun, small, quiet campsite for summer holidays based on a farm with panoramic views of Dartmoor.
Rattery, South Brent, Devon (14.1 miles)
Family friendly campsite open all year surrounded by lush greenery and an arm's reach from Dartmoor National Park.
Paignton, Devon (14.9 miles)
Situated in a stunning location overlooking the sea, Beverley Holidays is where happy holiday memories are made.
Ivybridge, Plymouth, Devon (10.2 miles)
A dog friendly place to get away for glamping and camping - set in stunning surroundings with views of Dartmoor.
Salcombe is brilliant for a seaside getaway, with beautiful natural surroundings and plenty of fun activities to enjoy. Start your break by exploring the coastline and beautiful range of beaches. Hope Cove Beach is perfect for children with its rock pools and sheltered waters, while East Portlemouth is worth the short ferry ride from town. Bantham and Challaborough are also nearby, along with Bigbury-on-Sea and its tractor rides to Burgh Island.
Thurlestone Sands / South Milton Sands is another spot that's well worth a visit, where a wide family friendly beach backs onto a nature reserve owned by the National Trust. Thurlestone Village is pretty too, with thatched roof cottages and pubs.
If you are keen to get out on the water, try Sea-N-Shore where you'll find powerboat rides and courses, wakeboarding, waterskiing, coasteering, banana boats and wildlife-watching boat trips.
Back on dry land, walkers will enjoy the Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk and walks on Bolberry Down. Salcombe is also a good base for exploring the South West Coast Path. The East Portlemouth and Gara Rock Trail is a short ferry ride from Salcombe and offers a stunning cliff walk.
For a more relaxed stroll, Overbeck's is a National Trust property with an Edwardian-style house, beautiful sub-tropical gardens and a fascinating museum. It is well maintained by the National Trust and has plants from all over the world in its gardens.
Also not to be missed is a trip to the Salcombe Maritime Museum which provides great insight into the town's maritime history with a massive collection of photographs, models, artefacts and paintings. Adults will also love the Salcombe Distilling Company, where you can make your own gin!
Places to visit nearby include the Kingsbridge Estuary, the South Devon AONB, as well as Dartmouth which is around 20 miles away. Don't miss the impressive Dartmouth Castle.