Nearly wild campsites in Republic of Ireland

Cronin's Yard

Campbiggle

• Wild camping on a small and remote island off the Mayo shore
• Car-free environment
• Toilet, shower, cooking hut and wifi

Corcreggan Mill

• Lake- and sea-view site set around an old country mill with a stream
• A five-minute drive from Dunfanaghy; just off the N56 for easy access
• Organic garden, meditation areas, meals on site, wifi, shared kitchen

Derrybawn Mountain Lodge

• Mountain refuge in the Wicklow Mountains National Park
• Five minutes' drive from Glendalough and 40 from Dublin outskirts
• A 15-minute drive from the highest pub in Ireland

Clifden Eco Beach Camping and Caravanning Park

• Almost-wild camping among dunes on a private sandy beach
• Spectacular Atlantic views from an eight-hectare setting
• Private fishing points, kitchenette, washer/dryer and hot showers

Wolohans Caravan and Camping Park

Purecamping

• Peaceful site surrounded by woodland overlooking the Shannon Estuary
• On the south side of the Loop Head Peninsula; Kilkee 10 minutes' drive
• Sauna, shared campfire spots and outdoor pizza oven

Fort Apache Luxury Caravan and Glamping Tents

• Spacious Donegal coast site with sea views and private beach
• A 10-minute drive from Moville and 45 minutes from Derry/Londonderry
• Dog-friendly site with access to fishing; just off Wild Atlantic Way

Top of the Rock Pod Páirc and Walking Centre

Raven's Rest

• Spacious 13-acre back to nature park on the Carlow-Wicklow border
• A 40-minute drive to the coast and the Wicklow Mountains National Park
• Barbecue area, play area with sandpit and huge grassy area for games