Campsites for backpackers in Penzance, Cornwall
11 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Penzance
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Trewarveneth Manor Farm Camping
Penzance, Cornwall, England- Back-to-basics pitches with spectacular Mount’s Bay views in Cornwall
- A 20-minute walk from Newlyn and half an hour from Mousehole
- Dog-friendly site five minutes’ drive from the South West Coast Path
Mousehole Camping
Penzance, Cornwall, England- Family- and dog-friendly site a mile from stunning Mousehole harbour
- Ramblers’ paradise: easy access to the South West Coast Path
- A 25-minute drive from Land's End, 20 minutes from top surfing spots
Wheal Rodney Holiday Park
Marazion, Cornwall, England- Small, cosy and family-run park a mile from Marazion
- A short walk from St Michael's Mount
- Free pool and spotless amenities
Lower Penderleath Farm
St Ives, Cornwall, England- Friendly hidden park in a Cornish wildlife haven
- Two miles from St Ives and five from Penzance
- Barbecues permitted on site; pub 15 minutes' walk away
Trevessa Farm
Hayle, Cornwall, England- Quiet, rural, sheltered and well-maintained site on a working farm
- Within four miles of Hayle and Marazion on the north and south coasts
- Barbecues allowed: buy locally-sourced meat and veg within two miles
Lena May's Meadow
Helston, Cornwall, England- Peaceful and secluded site with spectacular Cornish views near Helston
- A 10-minute drive to Porthleven pubs; South West Coast Path 15 minutes
- Dog-friendly wildlife meadow with showers and a toilet
Higher Trevaskis Caravan Park
Hayle, Cornwall, England- Friendly family-run touring park in spectacular Cornish countryside
- Secluded yet well placed for local beaches (2.5 miles) and attractions
- A short drive from restaurants and a traditional Cornish pub
Lizard View
Helston, Cornwall, England- Quiet site with views of the Lizard Peninsula, four miles from Helston
- A 15-minute drive from Porthleven beach; 25 minutes from Marazion
- Walk to pubs, restaurants takeaways & the Poldark Mine
Rosewarne Campsite
Camborne, Cornwall, England- Friendly back to basics four-acre site on the outskirts of Camborne
- A five-minute drive from the nearest beach and Tehidy Country Park
- Barbecues permitted on site; food shops, restaurants and pubs nearby
Lamarth Farm Campsite
Helston, Cornwall, England- Spacious unallocated pitches suitable for families, groups and dogs
- Near to the South West Coast Path, beaches and attractions
- Campfires and groups welcome; enclosed dog exercise field on site
Gweek Campsite
Helston, Cornwall, England- Modest family-friendly site just outside the Lizard Heritage Coast
- Walking distance from Gweek’s boatyard and the Cornish Seal Sanctuary
- Café, pub and shop in the village, 5 minutes' walk away
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Mys Hedra Farm
Penzance, Cornwall, England- Simple pitches on a Cornwall farm 10 minutes' drive from Lands End
- Sennen Cove and Penzance 10 minutes' drive; 25 minutes to St Ives
- Campfires allowed and dogs welcome; easy access from the A30
Higher Penderleath Resort
St Ives, Cornwall, England- Back-to-basics camping five minutes’ drive from St Ives in Cornwall
- Marazion and St Michael’s Mount 20 minutes’ drive; 35 to Land’s End
- Dark skies site with spectacular rural views; pub 10 minutes’ walk
Higher Pentreath Farm Camp Site
Penzance, Cornwall, England- Relaxed, back to basics camping overlooking Praa Sands beach
- Beach pub serving food five minutes' walk away
- Shower and toilet block, washing machine, phone and laptop charging
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Ryn Gwari Farm Campsite
St Just, Cornwall, England- Cornish pop-up site with ocean views five minutes’ drive from St Just
- South West Coast Path 20 minutes' walk; Sennen Cove 15 minutes' drive
- Large, off-grid pitches with simple showers; pubs five minutes’ drive
Trevaylor Touring Park
Penzance, Cornwall, England- Peaceful site five minutes' walk from the South West Coast Path
- On the scenic west coast of Cornwall, near to heritage mining sites
- A five-minute walk from a pub; games room and small play area on site
Hayle Rugby Club Campsite
Hayle, Cornwall, England- Small dog-friendly site one mile from the St. Ives Bay coastline
- A 25-minute walk from three miles of golden-sand surfing beaches
- Clubhouse on site; kitchen open for some evening meals
Trevena Cross Camping and Glamping
Helston, Cornwall, England- Pop-up site in the village of Breage, just off the A394
- Porthleven and Praa Sands five minutes' drive away
- At the foot of Tregonning Hill; on a main bus route for easy outings
The Old Stables Campsite
Hayle, Cornwall, England- Simple site in south Cornwall, five minutes' drive from a surf beach
- A 20-minute drive from St Ives, Scilly ferries and St Michael's Mount
- A five-minute drive from a pub and a farm shop
Boskenwyn Manor Farm
Helston, Cornwall, England- Peaceful farm site with great views of Cornwall's countryside
- Helston, Porthleven and Flambards Theme Park within 10 minutes' drive
- Great area for walks and bike rides around the Helford river
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