Campsites for backpackers in Barnstaple, Devon
11 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Barnstaple
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Whitemoor Camping
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Peaceful family-friendly farm site overlooking the Taw valley
- Great pub serving food 10 minutes’ walk to Bishop’s Tawton village
- Hiking and Biking haven: Tarka Trail, National Cycle Route 3 nearby
Crossways Country Park
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Rural site three miles from Barnstaple
- Easily accessible from main roads and by public transport
- Near Exmoor National Park and surfing beaches of the north Devon coast
Tarka Trail Camping
Yelland, Devon, England- Peaceful family-run site on the outskirts of Yelland
- Five miles from Barnstaple and Bideford, and six from Westward Ho!
- Walkers' paradise: direct access to Tarka Trail/South West Coast Path
Secret Spot Camping
Braunton, Devon, England- Peaceful site in a private home’s grounds 15 mins’ walk from Braunton
- A five-minute drive from Saunton Sands beach and 10 from Croyde
- Well-equipped guest kitchen and lounge area plus a communal firepit
Stowford Farm Meadows
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Countryside park on 500 acres, 15 minutes' drive from Woolacombe
- Woodland walks, nature trails, pool and riding centre on site
- Two on-site bars and a takeaway; play park and miniature golf
Benton View Shepherd's Hut
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Single shepherd's hut on a small working farm on the edge of Exmoor
- A short drive to Exmoor Zoo, Wistlandpound Reservoir and the coast
- Join the Tarka Trail cycling route from the bottom of the farm
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Hazel Meadow Camping
Great Torrington, Devon, England- Wild-camping site a five-minute drive from Great Torrington
- Bideford 15 minutes’ drive; Westward Ho! 25 minutes
- Resident animals; free-range eggs and meats to buy; individual firepit
Golden Coast Leisure Park
Woolacombe, Devon, England- Family-friendly north Devon holiday park with lots of activities
- Under two miles from Woolacombe; Combe Martin 15 minutes
- Surf machines, bungee trampoline, climbing wall, bowling and sauna
Bales Ash Campsite
Umberleigh, Devon, England- Peaceful, relaxed site 35 minutes' drive from north Devon beaches
- Within half an hour's drive of Exmoor, Dartmoor and the Tarka Trail
- Firepits for hire on site; a 15-minute drive from RHS Garden Rosemoor
Westacott Farm Camping
Bideford, Devon, England- Peaceful site with sea views a five-minute drive from Westward Ho!
- South West Coast Path 20 minutes’ walk; Bideford 10 minutes’ drive
- Dogs welcome; children’s playground; well-stocked farm shop
Yarde Orchard Café
Great Torrington, Devon, England- Well-maintained Devon field with direct access to the Tarka Trail
- RHS Garden Rosemoor 10 minutes' drive; Westward Ho! 30 minutes
- On-site café and secure bike storage
Plaistow Mills
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Four-acre camping field for over-12s 10 minutes' drive from Barnstaple
- A 15-minute drive to Ilfracombe; Woolacombe 20 minutes
- Farm shop on site; short walk to a gastropub and smart restaurant
Collacott Camping
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Quiet family-run campsite on working Devon sheep farm
- Barnstaple 10 minutes' drive; Croyde beach half an hour
- Easy access from the A39
Higher Huxhill Farm Campsite
Bideford, Devon, England- Small family-run campsite in rural north Devon
- Bideford 10 minutes' drive; 20 minutes to Westward Ho! beach
- Pitches in hay meadows with far-reaching views; Tarka Trail two miles
Little Barnstone
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Simple pitches on a peaceful Devon organic smallholding
- On the edge of Exmoor National Park, 10 mins' drive from Combe Martin
- Easy access from the A39; wellness activities available on site
Keep It Wild
Ilfracombe, Devon, England- Wild camping on a farm with stunning views of the Sterridge Valley
- A 15-minute drive from Exmoor National Park and Ilfracombe
- Campfire area and kids' mud kitchen; excellent stargazing on site
Furze Park Camping
Kentisbury, Devon, England- Back to basics pitches on a 130-acre farm on the edge of Exmoor
- A 10-minute drive from Combe Martin beach; 20 minutes from Woolacombe
- Communal firepit and barbecue area; pub five minutes' drive away
Meadow Brook Camping
Croyde, Devon, England- Family-friendly pop-up site on the Devon coast one mile from the beach
- A 15-minute drive from Saunton Sands and Woolacombe beach
- Hose for wetsuits and wellies; a short walk from pubs and farm shops
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