Campgrounds for backpackers in Rhône-Alpes

Camping l'Eden de la Vanoise

• Year-round site with indoor heated pool in the alps of Haute-Savoie
• A 10-minute drive from La Plagne and watersports on the Isère
• Bar and TV lounge; bouncy castle and trampoline, bike hire and shuttle

Camping Le Grand Bois

• Rural, woodland and peaceful site in the Drôme
• Pool, solarium, play area and shop
• Inn restaurant with outdoor terrace and bar

Camping Le Moulin de Gournier

• Rural Ardèche site on the banks of La Ganière river near Les Vans
• Within 45 minutes' drive of Pont d'Arc and Gorges de l'Ardèche
• Restaurant, bar, playground and river access for fishing and swims

Camping de la Colline

• Family-friendly site 10 minutes' walk from Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux
• Half an hour's drive from the Gorges de l'Ardèche
• Nature trails, crafts and games for kids in summer holidays

Camping du Léman Saint Disdille

• Between beach and mountains above Lake Geneva
• Loads of activities including watersports, outdoor fitness and archery
• Restaurant, snack bar, bar and communal barbecues

Camping Les 3 Lacs du Soleil

• Family site on banks of three lakes, with beach, pool and waterslide
• Five minutes' drive from Trept and an hour from Lyon and Grenoble
• Fishing, tennis, indoor play, restaurant, snack bar, takeaway and shop

Camping Le Saut Du Loup

• Spacious woodland site set over five hectares in southern Ardèche
• Rosières and Joyeuse within a five-minute drive; Aubenas 25 minutes
• Outdoor pool, snack bar, themed evenings, pétanque and laundry room

Camping Les Berges du Doux

• On the banks of the Doux river, just outside Boucieu-le-Roi
• 20 minutes' walk from the Gorges du Doux velorail
• Restaurant/bar with outdoor terrace and high season entertainment

Camping La Corbaz

• Family-friendly site in the Haute-Savoie town of Cluses
• Outdoor pool, snack bar and entertainment in summer
• Close to winter and summer activities in the mountains

Camping Lac Bleu

• Lakeside site surrounded by lavender fields and vineyards
• Lake swimming, heated pool, spa and canoeing trips all available
• Playground, games and restaurant/bar with terrace facing the lake

Camping Les Chênes

• Quiet site near the Ardèche river and a short drive from Pont d'Arc
• Horse riding, fishing and climbing spots nearby
• Pizzeria, snack bar and weekly activities in high season

Camping La Condamine

• Wooded riverside site on the edge of Vercors Regional Natural Park
• Mountain biking, skiing, climbing, fishing and horse riding nearby
• On-site market selling regional produce, craft beers and local wines

Camping La Grange Du Pin

• Lakeside site set in the foothills of the Jura mountains
• Playground, bar, restaurant, fishing, BBQs and huge sunbathing area
• Direct access to a lake beach, lifeguarded in the summer season

Camping La Grivelière

• Quiet rural site on the banks of the Verne river near Montrigaud
• Restaurant, market, pool, playground and fishing
• Excellent hikes and cycle trails nearby: bike hire available

Camping Au Pré du Lac

• On the shores of a blue lake surrounded by mountains
• Private lakeside beach
• Bar-restaurant with spectacular lake views

Camping Belle Roche

Camping Le Ventadour

• Family-run site on the banks of the Ardèche river near Meyras
• Games room, playgrounds and river beach with safe swimming area
• Gorges de l'Ardèche canoe trips and other outings arranged by staff

Camping l'Hirondelle

• Riverside site in the foothills of the Vercors mountains
• Aquatic area with three pools, waterslides, water games and hot tub
• Near great hiking in the Vercors Regional Nature Park

Camping Mas de Champel

• Family-friendly site with lots of activities, next to a natural park
• Pool, paddling pool, beach, kids' club and river for fishing
• Spa and fitness area with hot tub and sauna

Camping Mille Etoiles

• In the nature reserve of the Ardèche gorges
• A 20-minute walk from the Ardèche river via several routes
• Restaurant, shop, playground and small library