Campgrounds for backpackers in Republic of Ireland

Slieve Aughty Centre

• Equestrian and events centre over 17 acres in rural Co Galway
• Eco-friendly and with miles of trails for walking, cycling and riding
• Organic restaurant on site selling meals and picnics

Campbiggle

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

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

Annascaul Glamping

• Ensuite camping pods on a small farm two kilometres from Annascaul
• 15 minutes' drive from Inch Beach; 25 minutes from Dingle
• On the Wild Atlantic Way scenic coastal drive

Wolohans Caravan and Camping Park

Inch Hideaway

• Eco-friendly glampsite an easy walk from sandy beaches
• Half an hour's drive from Cobh and 40 minutes from Cork city
• Massages, pizza and barbecue nights, and craft cocktails on site

Fleming's White Bridge Caravan and Camping

Wildflower Glamping

• Wildflower Glamping is a small, private glamping site in Co. Cavan
• The Killykeen forest park is only a two-minute drive
• The site is situated on top on a hill commanding beautiful views

Loughcrew Megalithic Centre

• Small family-run site at the foot of the Loughcrew cairns
• Mature trees, heritage museum, events hall, music sessions and café
• A 10-minute walk from the ancient Loughcrew complex and Cairn T

Doolin Riverside Caravan and Camping Park

• Friendly site within walking distance from pubs and shops
• Sheltered, pet friendly and eight kilometres from the Cliffs of Moher
• Stroll straight down to the sea from the site

Carra Caravan and Camping Park

• Friendly family site in a traditional Irish village
• Close to pubs, shops, playground and miles of country walks
• Disabled access and kitchen; shop and butcher's within 200 metres

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

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

Top of the Rock Pod Páirc and Walking Centre

Wild Atlantic Camp

Newgrange Lodge Campsite

• Set on seven acres overlooking the ancient site of Newgrange
• Handy base for gigs at Slane Castle
• Picnic area, barbecue and communal lodge with kitchen and free wifi

Ballyroe Glamping

• Rural accommodation set in a large, well-kept garden
• A five-minute drive from Leap; 15 minutes from Drombeg Stone Circle
• Fresh bread and arts and crafts courses available on site

Slane Farm Hostel

• Working farm in the heart of the Boyne Valley
• Next door to Slane Castle and close to Newgrange and Knowth
• With campers' kitchen, BBQ facilities, showers, loos and laundry room