Campgrounds for backpackers in Costa Rica
1 bookable campground in Costa Rica
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel
Bahia Drake, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Sustainable hostel in the rainforest a mile from Drake Bay town
- Jungle tours, Corcovado trips and snorkelling outings available
- Part of a property owned by the same family since the 1920s
Finca de Fin del Sol
Quebrada Grande, Guanacaste, Costa Rica- Wild adults-only farm campground with trails to 10 waterfalls
- Half an hour’s drive from Lake Arenal and 50 minutes from Monteverde
- A 10-minute walk to the La Piedra del Indio waterfalls and restaurant
Osa Mountain Camping
Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Secluded rainforest site on Costa Rica’s stunning Osa Peninsula
- On the edge of Corcovado National Park and 13km from Puerto Jiménez
- A three-hour hike from town of Puerto Jiménez
Miguel Surf Camp
Quepos, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Secluded beach site in a tropical setting with palm trees for shade
- A 30-minute drive to Quepos and 50 from Manuel Antonio National Park
- Bike and car rental, wifi, barbecue, adventure expeditions organised
Mal Pais Surf Camp
Santa Teresa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Surfer-friendly site 100 metres away from Mal País beach
- Close to the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve
- Outdoor pool set among 10 acres of landscaped tropical gardens
Dreamsea Surf Camp Costa Rica
Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica- Glamping and surf camp in the jungle two kilometres from Tamarindo
- Breakfast and dinner cooked by resident chefs: breakfast free
- Yoga classes,waterfall excursions and shuttle to surf beaches
Hacienda Monte Claro
Turrialba, Cartago, Costa Rica- Eco-friendly farm site with views of the Turrialba volcano
- An hour from hikes, swimming and fishing in Tapantí National Park
- Horse riding, rafting, mountain biking and tours arranged on site
Selina Vida
Buena Vista, Heredia, Costa Rica- Perfect spot to enjoy the beach and the mountain
La Negrita Miralvalle
Sacramento, Heredia, Costa Rica- Cabins with volcano views
- Rural retreat with no TV and no internet
- Cook on a firewood stove
Selina Puerto Viejo
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Limón, Costa Rica- Eco-friendly tipis in jungle or beachside at Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
- Next to Playa Cocles beach; 20 minutes’ drive to Cahuita National Park
- Beachfront, with pool, restaurant and bar, surfing and yoga classes
Estancia at Miravalles
Fortuna, Guanacaste, Costa Rica- Nature-filled farm site in lush Costa Rican forest
- A half-hour drive from Bagaces and 50 minutes from Liberia
- Pools, woodland walks and fruit picking on site
Camping Sol y Luna
Herradura, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Quiet, plant-filled site 20 minutes' walk from Playa Herradura
- Around half an hour's drive from Carara National Park
- Basic amenities provided, including water, bathrooms and wifi
La Cuna Camping
Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Small, peaceful site on the banks of the Agujas River
- A 15-minute drive to Puerto Jiménez; small beach a short walk away
- On the edge of the Corcovado National Park; lots of wildlife on site
Pineapple Creek Camping
Pavones, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Beachfront spot 15 minutes’ walk from Pavones Point
- Well-based for surfing the left-point wave, fishing and horse riding
- Dog-friendly; barbecue, cooking stove and seasonal fruits and plants
Osa Corcovado Camping
Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Simple and peaceful site with beach, freshwater creeks and mangroves
- A 20-minute drive from the wildlife of the Corcovado National Park
- Puerto Jiménez beaches, bars and watersports 20 minutes away
Seas the Day
Uvita, Puntarenas, Costa Rica- Eco-friendly jungle campground at Uvita on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast
- Playa Colonia 10 minutes’ walk; Envision Festival 10 minutes’ drive
- Surrounded by forest, hills, rivers and creeks; shops 25 minutes’ walk
Ailanto Campground
Fortuna, Guanacaste, Costa Rica- Wooded site among the hot springs of the Miravalles Protected Zone
- Four kilometres from La Fortuna
- Hot spring pool, bar and café
Congo's Camping
Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste, Costa Rica- Peaceful seaview site 2km from the award-winning beach of Hermosa
- Fishing and whale, dolphin and turtle watching trips nearby
- Six kilometres from the lively nightlife of Del Coco
Eco-Camping Tamarindo
Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica- Laidback eco site on Costa Rica's biggest peninsula
- A 10-minute walk from Tamarindo town and beach
- Surf lessons, tours, hammock area, bar, kitchen and barbecue
Camping Avatar House
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Limón, Costa Rica- 15 minutes' walk from the beach in the middle of the Caribbean jungle
- Back-to-nature site with added hot showers and wifi
- Hiking and horseback excursions available
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