Roadford Lake Campsite

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Lake and kayaks
Lake and kayaks
Aerial view of site
Campsite
Beautiful location
Relax next to the lake
Dog friendly
View of hardstanding area
Hardstanding field
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Aerial view of site
Campsite
Beautiful location

  • Watersports, high ropes adventure course and archery
  • A short drive from the historic market town of Launceston
  • Free hot showers, undercover BBQ area, play area and on-site café
At a whopping 730 acres, Roadford Lake is the biggest watersports lake in the south west and has all manner of aquatic capers, including windsurfing, sailing, rowing, canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding. There’s no shortage of action on land either, with a high ropes adventure course and archery. There's plenty of kit to hire here, as well as instructors whose time can be booked if you need a bit of a hand. Those with their own kit can bring it along and hit the water for a small fee – please ask at reception for details (third party insurance on your own craft is essential, please). For land activities, ask at reception when you arrive as these require minimum numbers. Spectacular lake views can be admired from picnic spots or waterside trails, and more adventurous bike trails are in the forest across the lake. In case of overexertion, head to the licensed café. Getting there is a matter of a 30-minute walk along a footpath that's also suitable for bikes and some pushchairs. (Please be aware there's one rather steep section and the final leg is not paved, so sensible footwear is advised. If you'd rather drive, the journey is doable by car in a few minutes.) The play area is also on this side of the lake. Roadford Lake Campsite is right on the lakefront, with modern showers, an undercover area for barbecues, a play area and the usual washing-up, disposal and recycling facilities. There's also a separate field available for groups. Dogs are welcome as long as they're kept on leads. To stock up on food and drink, local town Launceston is within easy reach and several village pubs serving food are easily reachable by car.

Campground type

Tent sites 49
Camper sites 13
RV sites 13
Open now
Opens April 1
Please note

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Safety

  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, Apr 1 to

This campground is a member of South West Lakes Trust group.

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Reviews

7.8

Overall rating from 28 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Lake and/or mountainPeaceful

79% would recommend this campground to a friend

71% would stay here again

What customers say

Praised for stunning lake views, tranquil vibe, and spacious sites. Facilities are clean but basic; some note water temp/privacy quirks. Friendly staff. Great for water sports/nature, but few on-site amenities or WiFi. Shower block condition is mixed.

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Nice walks around the lake were…

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 Sharron S. 3 reviews

Powered grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Nice walks around the lake were had. The only positive was that there was just one other camper on site and therefore we enjoyed a wonderfully peaceful two nights!

Disliked Reception was closed upon arrival and we didn't find it open any time during our two day stay. Had a lovely spacious pitch, let down by litter left strewn everywhere, including ashes from a bbq by previous occupants, which we had to clear away (not sure how long it had been there but it certainly didn't look as though it was recent). The site is let down by the gymnasium/school style showers/toilets with communal changing area, which is not appropriate when the site includes an activity centre where youngsters/youths also get changed. The camping site shower block was closed and judging by previous reviews, has been since 2025. The shower cubicles are not spacious enough accommodate toiletries or clothes, etc., let alone to get changed in, therefore having to get dressed in the communal area is the only option, which is NOT appropriate when children from the activity centre also use it. The whole toilet/shower area could do with an upgrade. The showers spray water from joints in the pipe work, they are not particularly warm and not very clean. The disabled toilet/wet room didn't look to be in any better condition either. Would not return as we have stayed on sites with much better, cleaner facilities, for less.

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Grounds are nice lake is lovely

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Anonymous

Primitive grass RV, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The lake

Disliked Being made to check in half way through the day like a hotel ….. no need for it with the amount of money you pay to stay and how quiet it was …. Waist of a holiday checking in nearly at the end of the day and having to leave early in the morning means you’ve taken off a day of our holiday and taken FULL PAY
I’ll stick to camp sites that allow anytime check in and anytime leaving… if I book a holiday because I’ve work all the hours under the sun I don’t want to have half my holiday taken off

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Great couple of nights away

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Jo C. 1 review

Primitive grass RV, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked We loved the peace and quiet. Site clean and tidy. Showers could do with a bit of attention so water doesn’t pour out of the button you press to operate. The field along side pitch 3 was such a bonus for the children to play

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Will not return

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 Joshua C. 1 review

Powered grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked None really

Disliked Staff had no knowledge toilets were not clean cafe on site was extremely overpriced and poor service plus food was not good . Sorry but will not return.

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The campsite is lovely and spacious,…

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Anonymous

Powered grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked The campsite is lovely and spacious, the showers are a little cold especially at night. If you plan to paddle that's quite expensive as it's a daily rate and not a 7 day pass as stated on the website, it was £16 a day per paddle board to self launch, which becomes costly when there are 3 of you paddling. There is a small climbing rock for the children but no park unless you drive to the otherside of the lake otvwalk about half an hour (much longer with younger children) overall it was a relaxing stay but if you looking for adventure not much to do in the area or campsite without crazy prices.

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Fantastic stop off

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 Kirstie C. 2 reviews

Powered grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Great size pitches in grass /electric area. Caters for lots of different water sports. Was extremely well organised with no fuss. The location was spectacular, as the name suggest it’s on a huge dammed lake . The wildlife was amazing.

Disliked White shower block could do with a clean. Shower was like a leisure centre. Trying to stop the dogs going in the lake

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Overall a beautiful spot and great for wildlife, busy on wk ends.

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8 out of 10
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Customer service
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 Ray B. 1 review

Primitive grass RV, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked It is very quite during the week, giving you the opportunity to take in the beautiful nature of the area.

Disliked Not really

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Lovey site on the lake with great walks for the dog too

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 Trish M. 2 reviews

Primitive grass RV, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked We stayed in the overflow field which was ok - hope to book earlier to get in the main camp site if i stayed again . Good toilet block nice and clean and great showers - stayed for the SUPBIKERUN weekend well organised and loved Pizza wagon on site

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Friendly Good Vibes…

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 Tess P. 2 reviews

Primitive grass RV, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Friendly
Good Vibes

Disliked Flies in shower block

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Quiet site, close to the lake,…

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9 out of 10
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 Nigel W. 1 review

Powered grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Quiet site, close to the lake, really friendly staff. Facilities not glamorous but perfectly fit for purpose.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Roadford Lake Campsite

Roadford Lake

Lower Goodacre

Broadwoodwidger

Lifton

Devon

England

PL16 0JL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.69542°N
4.23933°W

Nearest transport

Bus
10.7 mi Thomas Cook
10.9 mi Bus Station
16.3 mi The Strand
Rail
11 mi Okehampton Rail Station
12.4 mi Gunnislake Rail Station
13.7 mi Calstock Rail Station
Ferry
22.2 mi Devonport Ferry Terminal
22.2 mi Torpoint Ferry Terminal
22.4 mi Bideford Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Due to its handy proximity to the A30 and its setting on the Devon and Cornwall border, Roadford Lake Campsite is a nifty base for sightseeing, seaside days, city shopping and active days out. It’s easy to dart across to the moor from here too, to check out Canonteign Falls and the ponies of Dartmoor National Park. Head north or south to explore the Devon and Cornish coasts: comely fishing villages, fab surfing beaches and large stretches of the 600-mile South West Coast Path are within easy reach. Tintagel Castle, said to be the birthplace of King Arthur, would make a good place to start. Under an hour’s drive away are Exeter, Plymouth and beach towns Newquay and Bude.
(within 6.2 mi)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park, & Zoo (within 10 mi)

Food and drink

  • Clovelly Inn Pub 2.9 mi
  • Harris Arms Pub 3.1 mi
  • Village Inn Pub 3.5 mi
  • Pint & Post Pub 3.7 mi
  • Fox & Grapes Restaurant 3.9 mi
  • Arscott Arms Pub 4.2 mi
  • Lifton Farm Shop - Pick your own Restaurant 4.3 mi
  • The White Hart Pub 5.9 mi
  • The Secret Stable Restaurant 6.2 mi

Groceries

  • Strawberry Fields Farm Shop 4.3 mi

Parks and play

  • Halwill Nature Reserve 6.2 mi

Family days out

  • Launceston Castle 6.7 mi
  • Launceston Castle 6.7 mi
  • Dunsland House 8.9 mi

Public transport

  • Shelter 1.2 mi
  • Harris Arms 3.1 mi
  • Castle cross 4.9 mi
  • Halwill Junction 5.8 mi
  • Halwill Meadow 5.9 mi

Local services

  • Lifton Supercharger 4.1 mi

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Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 17.7 mi

Castle Drogo 18.7 mi

Dartmoor Zoological Park 22.5 mi

Tintagel Castle 23 mi

National Marine Aquarium 23.2 mi

National Trust

Lawrence House 6.7 mi

Lydford Gorge 6.8 mi

Finch Foundry 13.9 mi

Cotehele 13.9 mi

Cotehele Mill 13.9 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

HAYNE MANOR 2.6 mi

SYDENHAM HOUSE 4.3 mi

WERRINGTON PARK 6.1 mi

ENDSLEIGH 8.2 mi

Meldon Reservoir - Brat Tor - Meldon Reservoir 8.8 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Roadford Lake Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Roadford Lake Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Roadford Lake Campsite? Due to its handy proximity to the A30 and its setting on the Devon and Cornwall border, Roadford Lake Campsite is a nifty base for sightseeing, seaside days, city shopping and active … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Roadford Lake Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Roadford Lake Campsite? From $31.01 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.