Hikers’ paradise: Campgrounds in Republic of Ireland

Morriscastle Strand Family Caravan Park

Ballinacourty House Caravan and Camping Park

• Quiet, picturesque site situated at the base of the Galtee mountains
• Family friendly, dogs on leads welcome
• Forest walks from the gate

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

Old Head Forest Caravan and Camping

Binion Bay Caravan and Camping Park

• Scenic and peaceful site on the stunning Wild Atlantic Way
• A 15-minute drive from Carndonagh and 20 minutes from Buncrana
• Tullagh Bay and Pollan beaches within 10 minutes’ drive

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

Campbiggle

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

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

Shanaheever Camping and Caravan Park

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

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

Gurteen Bay Caravan and Camping Park

The Beach Bar

Dunmore East Holiday Park

• Scenic park overlooking the sea, Waterford Harbour and Hook Head
• Set in meadows and surrounded by woodland
• Guest kitchen, outdoor barbecue and award-winning restaurant

Marnic House Caravan Park

• Small back to basics site 3km outside the town of Ballyhaunis
• A 10-minute drive to Knock Shrine
• Views out over open Mayo countryside

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

Mountain Forge Escape

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