Fall asleep to the sound of waves on a clifftop pitch, wild camp beneath the stars on Dartmoor, or curl up in a shepherd's hut with a hot tub and a view. Devon has some of the finest outdoor sleeping in England — here's where to find it.
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Wild camping on the moor
The legendary surf campsite — walk through the fields to Croyde Beach, campfires every night, and that unmistakable summer atmosphere. Simple facilities, incredible location. Book months ahead for July and August.
One of the few places in England where wild camping is permitted on open moorland. Pitch by a river, watch the sun set over the tors, and wake to skylarks. Completely free, completely unforgettable.
Safari tents and shepherd's huts on a working Devon farm with sea views — wood-fired hot tubs, outdoor kitchens, and just enough luxury to satisfy without losing the adventure. Stunning coastal setting.
Remote, windswept farm camping near the dramatic Hartland coast — walk the coast path to towering waterfalls and deserted rocky coves. Basic, beautiful and properly wild. Campfires in the fire pits most evenings.
Family-friendly campsite set in 90 acres of ancient Dartmoor woodland along the River Dart. Adventure playground, lake swimming, river pools, and a commando assault course for the kids. Excellent facilities.
Converted shepherd's huts on clifftop farms above the South Devon coast — private decking, wood burners, outdoor hot tubs and footpaths to hidden coves. Pure romance with an edge of adventure.
Wake up and unzip the tent to views across Woolacombe Bay and Lundy Island. Several clifftop sites around Mortehoe and Woolacombe offer some of the most spectacular camping locations in England.
Insulated wooden pods on the moorland edge — wood burners, bedding included, and walks to tors from the door. Some are fully off-grid with solar lighting. Ideal for those who want the outdoors without the tent.
Small, quiet farm campsite on the northern edge of Dartmoor — flat meadow pitches, campfire evenings, and walks straight onto the open moor. A lovely, no-frills alternative to the busier coastal sites.
Campervan and motorhome pitches with hook-ups near the North Devon surf beaches. Several sites offer hardstanding pitches, waste disposal and level ground — essential for van life in hilly Devon.
Back-to-basics camping on working farms near the South Devon coast — flat pitches in wildflower meadows, clean facilities, and walks to the beach through country lanes. Campfires encouraged at most.
Canvas glamping in the rolling East Devon hills — hand-crafted yurts and bell tents with rugs, fairy lights and wood burners. Close to the Jurassic Coast for fossil hunting and coast path walking.
Dartmoor is one of the very few places in England where wild camping is legal — a right that was restored in 2024. Here's what you need to know before heading out with your tent.
Wild camping is permitted on Dartmoor's open access land — the higher moorland areas away from roads, farms and residential properties. Check the Dartmoor National Park Authority's wild camping map for designated areas.
Bellever Forest by the East Dart River, the open moor near Fur Tor, beside the pools at Crazy Well, and the sheltered spots below Great Mis Tor. Arrive by late afternoon to find the best ground and settle before dark.
May to September offers the best conditions and longest daylight. Midsummer evenings on the moor are extraordinary. Avoid winter unless experienced — conditions can be severe. Always check the weather forecast.
Devon weather is changeable. Here's what to pack for a comfortable trip whatever the forecast.