Camping L'Etang d'Ardy

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Terrace with a lake view
New
Outdoor pool
Pool area
Lake surrounded by greenery

  • Peaceful and family-friendly Aquitaine site set in lush Landes forest
  • Saint-Paul-lès-Dax spas 10 minutes’ drive; Seignosse beach 30 minutes
  • Playground, fishing pond and a basketball court on site
Tucked away in the centre of Aquitaine’s Landes forest, Camping L’Étang d’Ardy sits in 20 acres of woodland 10 minutes’ drive away from the spa town of Saint-Paul-lès-Dax. It's the place to be if you like the thought of traditional family camping and a smiling welcome at a site where your name will be remembered; friendliness is in its DNA. Perhaps that’s why so many holidaymakers return year after year. Or maybe it’s the food at Le Bar Ardy (open during high season only), where everything is homemade – even the burger buns and pizzas – and daily specials are created by putting together fresh local produce. Tuck into family favourites on the lakeside terrace, ready for the themed entertainment that takes place every evening from June to September. More reasons for returning include the private fishing pond, which also forms the backdrop for the snack bar terrace. There's a secure play area where kids can have a go on the slide and swings, as well as a basketball court nicely shaded under the plane trees. If you'd rather take the day at a slower pace, perhaps with a book and some light breaststroke, there's also a heated outdoor swimming pool open during high season. Outside of the site, there are plenty of other activities to plan into your trip, like canoeing on the region’s rivers, tasting local foods at nearby farms, horse riding through the forest and exploring the cultural heritage of south-west France.

Campground type

Tent sites 44
Camper sites 44
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 55
RV sites 44
Rent a tent 4
Open now
Opens March 28

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 06/01 and 09/30 (subject to weather conditions).
  • The restaurant is open between 05/15 and 10/15.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 06/01 and 09/30.
  • The grocery shop is open between 05/15 and 10/15.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • A cable measuring at least 6 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • The bar is open between 05/01 and 10/31.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

French

Greek

Spanish

Open from Fri, Mar 28 to

Campsite types & availability

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Features

Leisure on park

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

Amenities on park

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Off licence 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

Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Wildlife haven

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

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Dedicated quiet space Site close to accessible bathrooms Step-free or level access

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Camping L'Etang d'Ardy

2564 Allee d'Ardy

Saint-Paul-lès-Dax

Landes

France

40990

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

43.72646°N
-1.12275°W

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

The Landes forest is accessible directly from the site, which means that as soon as you’ve finished your breakfast, you don't need to wait to get out on foot or bicycle for a morning among the trees. A short drive will also place you within reach of the Adour Aventure sports centre (15 minutes’ drive), where high ropes courses are strung between the trees, or the local horse-riding school (25 minutes). The so-called ‘spa capital’, Saint-Paul-lès-Dax (15 minutes), has many spas where you could dedicate a day to pampering yourself. It’s also home to Musée de l’ALAT et de l’hélicoptère (20 minutes), a museum with hangars full of army helicopters used in World War I and World War II. When the kids ask to go somewhere entertaining, make your way to Dinosaures Parc (20 minutes), a small amusement park with tiny quad bikes for hire and other activities aimed at small kids. If you only have adults to cater to, a golf club is half an hour’s drive away. The site is also within striking distance of Seignosse, Capbreton and Hossegor beaches (all around half an hour), which, between them, have a handful of surf schools and plenty of space for beach games.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
La Pergola (Lac Marin) 14.5 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
La Sauvagine (Lac Marin) 14.8 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Plage Oceane 15.1 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Plage Centrale 15.1 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Plage Nord 15.2 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Offers

Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Powered grass and earth campsite
  • 20% off Offre Mai
Tipi, yurt, wigwam, dome, bell tent
Mini safari tent
  • 20% off Offre Mai
Tipi, yurt, wigwam, dome, bell tent
2 bedroom safari tent
  • 20% off Offre Mai
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Powered grass and earth campsite (Private restroom amenities)
  • 20% off Offre Mai

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping L'Etang d'Ardy have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Camping L'Etang d'Ardy dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping L'Etang d'Ardy? The Landes forest is accessible directly from the site, which means that as soon as you’ve finished your breakfast, you don't need to wait to get out on foot or bicycle for … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping L'Etang d'Ardy?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping L'Etang d'Ardy? From $20.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.