Hikers’ paradise: Campgrounds in Republic of Ireland

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

Ghleann Eada

• Traditional thatched cottage in Co. Leitrim's Glenade Valley
• A five-minute drive from the Arroo Trail; 10 minutes from Kinlough
• Cosy kitchen/living space with open fire and gorgeous views

Annascaul Glamping

• Ensuite camping pods on a small farm two kilometres from Annascaul
• 15 minutes' drive from Inch Beach; 25 minutes from Dingle
• On the Wild Atlantic Way scenic coastal drive

The Beach Bar

Arranmore Glamping

• Family-run glampsite with Wild Atlantic Way views on Arranmore Island
• A ferry ride from Burtonport on the County Donegal mainland
• Luxury pod with ensuite, kitchen and TV; wildlife tours available

Gurteen Bay Caravan and Camping Park

Morriscastle Strand Family Caravan Park

Campbiggle

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

Inch Beach Camping

• Scenic Dingle peninsula site within 200 metres of Inch Beach
• A 30-minute drive from Dingle and 45 minutes from Killarney
• Famed Ring of Kerry and Slea Head routes within 30 minutes’ drive

Inch Hideaway

• Eco-friendly glampsite an easy walk from sandy beaches
• Half an hour's drive from Cobh and 40 minutes from Cork city
• Massages, pizza and barbecue nights, and craft cocktails on site

Purecamping

• Peaceful site surrounded by woodland overlooking the Shannon Estuary
• On the south side of the Loop Head Peninsula; Kilkee 10 minutes' drive
• Sauna, shared campfire spots and outdoor pizza oven

Priory Glamping Pods

• Adults-only pods in a gated community 10 minutes’ walk from Killarney
• Killarney National Park and Ring of Kerry route five minutes’ drive
• Well-equipped kitchens, ensuites and private gardens on a leafy site

Rosguill Caravan and Camping Park

Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park

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

Sleepyhollows Campsite

• A quiet and small campsite in West Donegal
• Adult-only site
• Pub only 200 metres from site

Clifden Eco Beach Camping and Caravanning Park

• Almost-wild camping among dunes on a private sandy beach
• Spectacular Atlantic views from an eight-hectare setting
• Private fishing points, kitchenette, washer/dryer and hot showers