Campsites for backpackers in Barnstaple, Devon
10 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
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
Long Moor Farm Camping
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Peaceful dog-friendly site on the edge of the Exmoor National Park
- A 10-minute drive to Combe Martin's beaches and Exmoor Zoo
- 15 acres of grounds; firepits available; dog-friendly pub nearby
Adventure Camping
Bideford, Devon, England- Laidback Devon family site with adventure activities available
- A five-minute drive to Westward Ho! beach; 15 minutes to Barnstaple
- 35-acre site within walking distance of pub and Big Sheep theme park
Watermouth Valley Camping Park
Ilfracombe, Devon, England- Family-run, family-oriented site a short walk from Watermouth Bay
- A 10-minute drive to Ilfracombe; 25 minutes to Woolacombe beach
- On-site shop with maps available; access to the South West Coast Path
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
New 
Caffyns Farm
Lynton, Devon, England- Laidback dog-friendly north Devon site with sea views from pitches
- In Exmoor National Park and on the South West Coast Path
- Horse riding and 'goat café' on site, plus bar with home-made cider
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
South Stoodleigh Farm
West Buckland, Devon, England- Devon farm site 10 minutes' drive from Exmoor National Park
- A quarter of an hour from Barnstaple by car; Woolacombe 30 minutes
- Family-run site for tents only; dogs and barbecues welcome
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
Cheglinch Camping
Ilfracombe, Devon, England- Pop-up, green field site with big pitches near Ilfracombe
- Pick your own pitch for wild camping among stunning north Devon views
- Firepits for hire and wood for sale: village shop half a mile away
Porte Meadow Campsite
Kentisbury, Devon, England- Secluded grass pitches on a farm on the edge of Exmoor National Park
- A 25-minute drive to Woolacombe beach; 10 minutes from Exmoor Zoo
- Dog walk on site; moors walks from site; pubs 10 minutes’ drive
Guyscliffe Farm
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Devon site with views out over Exmoor’s hills and Combe Martin bay
- A five-minute drive from Combe Martin beaches and 15 from Ilfracombe
- Wildlife haven circled by woodland; shared barbecue and firepit area
Mullacott Farm
Ilfracombe, Devon, England- Farm park in Devon with sea views on three sides: pitch where you like
- A mile from Ilfracombe, four from Woolacombe and 10 from Exmoor
- Showers and toilet block
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
Silver View Camping
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Peaceful site near Combe Martin, with views over the coast
- A 15-minute drive from Ilfracombe and Exmoor Zoo
- On the edge of Exmoor National Park and a mile from the coast path
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
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