Crotty's Lake Camping

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Pitches in a quiet rural setting
Pitches in a quiet rural setting
Aerial view of crotty's lake
Pitches among the trees
Private pitches
Grass pitches
Bridge across the stream
Secluded areas for camping.
Amazing scenery with the forest, lakeland stream.
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Aerial view of crotty's lake
Pitches among the trees
Private pitches

  • Secure dog-friendly site with direct access to Crotty’s Lake
  • A short drive from the Waterford Greenway; Dungarvan 25 minutes’ drive
  • Communal area with cooking facilities; shop 10 minutes’ drive
Are you Waterford bound? Take a look at Crotty’s Lake Camping – a handsome and rural spot indeed, and one that will surely act as an excellent base for exploring Copper Coast beaches, cycling through the countryside and hiking green slopes overlooking lakes.   Secure, private and with dog-friendly pitches backed by woodland, Crotty’s Lake Camping has direct access to Crotty’s Lake (no swimming permitted), a spectacular lake surrounded by tall hills. The owner is on hand to greet you and answer any questions you may have, or give advice on local things to do. Facilities on site are well maintained – the communal area includes a toilet, a ‘wild’ (off-grid) shower, washing-up sink and cooking facilities. There’s a coffee stop and honesty shop for snacks, and picnic tables dotted about the place so you can soak up the peace as you eat. The nearest shop is 10 minutes’ drive away in Carrowleigh if you need to source ingredients for your meals, and if you’d rather get someone else to do the cooking for you, there are pubs and restaurants in riverside Carrick-on-Suir (15 minutes), a pretty market town with a castle and theatre.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 20
Rent a tent 2
Tent pitches 30
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, 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.
  • Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.5

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PeacefulForestLake and/or mountainWild camping

98% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

Beautiful, peaceful natural setting, like "wild camping" with a warm vibe. Owners and staff are fantastic, making guests feel welcome. Stunning views, lake walks, honesty shop are highlights. A few wanted more loos/showers and noted bugs, but most want to come back!

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Great location, helpful staff. Beware in wet weather.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked I liked the quirkiness of this site and the views (which I walked to) and the fact it’s in a forest. It was also very quiet - except for the sound of rain and wind!
Visited in mid September so it was not at all busy with not many other visitors.
Can’t fault the location in the mountains - beautiful.
The chap on duty (Joe?) could not have been more helpful.

Disliked I really wanted to love this place but the weather unfortunately didn’t help and I felt lucky to find a gravelly pitch (grass with gravel) that wasn’t too wonky, I don’t think there are many choices in wet weather though so I’m glad it wasn’t busy.
There isn’t a good hose system for campervans who need that but luckily I carry lots of attachments and we sorted it out. Maybe a proper outside tap would be useful?!
A clearer sign at the crossroads on the way up where the big carpark is would also help!

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Lovely rural site with a warm welcome

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Lenny L.

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked Great rural site. On the base of the hill, between pinetrees and wildlife. We had lots of spots to choose from, but because of the weight and size of the campervan we decided to not go up behind the hut. We were welcomed very warmly and got instructions to how to walk up to the lake best. We had a great, very peaceful stay and we can recommend this for everyone who loves staying in pure nature.

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The wildness of the site. That it…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked The wildness of the site.
That it can hardly be called a 'site'...more a mountainside pitch with basic facilities should you want them down the hill.
The walk to the lake.
The people, both staff and campers.
The whole experience - just go there :)

Disliked Zilch (though see below, the loo and kitchen area could do with a good clean... even if you're living in the wilds clean facilities feel good!)

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Great site with a warm welcome!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch (no pets)

Liked John (the host) was very welcoming and accommodating. The location was great for nearby hiking!

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Ideal location for a hiking trip…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch (no pets)

Liked Ideal location for a hiking trip as a base. Great spot for a cheap night away in general.very laid back some serious views and very helpful staff on site

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Excellent campsite, stunning views, friendly owner and staff...

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Ali R.

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked A fantastic and very affordable campsite. Excellent location, beautiful views, and clean air. We loved Crotty Lake, which is also steeped in history. Bernard, Joe, and their family were very friendly and welcoming. There were cooking facilities and a place to get coffee and tea. The bathrooms were clean, and I was surprised to find feminine hygiene products; not even the most expensive 5-star hotels in the world have them. Campfires are not allowed; I agree this is for safety and to protect nature and the environment. But the use of smokeless fuels, such as campfires, is permitted. We had a great time and will definitely return. I would recommend it to my friends. Thanks for everything, Bernard.

Disliked Return home

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The rural location is fantastic. Very…

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Adrianus V.

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked The rural location is fantastic. Very quiet there with spectacular views.

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Joe was super friendly !!! Great spot…

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Anonymous

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Liked Joe was super friendly !!!
Great spot !

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Very unique campsite, lots of different…

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Emer C.

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch (no pets)

Liked Very unique campsite, lots of different beautiful and varied spaces to suit your needs. Ideal for hiking the Comeraghs but the awesome hospitality stood out. Lots of tips for the locality, and a fire pit with smokeless fuel (purchased on site). We had a lovely relaxed two nights camping.

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Everything. Friendly staff, free snacks, beautiful…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked Everything. Friendly staff, free snacks, beautiful views

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Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Dedicated quiet space

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby

Location

Crotty's Lake Camping

Ross

Rathgormack

Rathgormack

Co. Waterford

Republic of Ireland

E32CP04

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Dublin GMT (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.2693°N
7.50722°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 rural area surrounding Crotty’s Lake Camping certainly has an impressive line-up of attractions. You can get active hiking around Coumshingaun Lough (five minutes’ drive), or have a shot at the Waterford Greenway (15 minutes), a 46-kilometre cycling trail on a former railway line between Waterford and Mallow. You can stroll over the soaring spans of 19th-century Kilmacthomas Viaduct (15 minutes), which once carried trains and now forms part of the greenway. Other splendid sights along the route include Mount Congreve Gardens and Country Estate (25 minutes), with colourful formal gardens and rare trees planted 200 years ago. The Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark (25 minutes) is a stretch of coastline dotted with 19th-century copper mines. Several Copper Coast beaches are within half an hour’s drive of the site, including Bunmahon and the sheltered waters of Kilmurrin Cove. Tramore (40 minutes) is a handsome seaside town backing a popular sandy expanse; the geopark stretches from there west to lively Dungarvan (25 minutes) with its shops, pubs and restaurants.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Bunmahon Beach 17.4 km Sea GoodGoodGoodN/A
Clonea Beach 19.3 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tramore Beach 27.6 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dunmore Strand, Dunmore East 37.2 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Counsellors' Strand, Dunmore East 37.4 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Crotty's Lake Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Crotty's Lake Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Crotty's Lake Camping? The rural area surrounding Crotty’s Lake Camping certainly has an impressive line-up of attractions. You can get active hiking around Coumshingaun Lough (five minutes’ drive), or have a shot at the Waterford … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Crotty's Lake Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Crotty's Lake Camping? From R408,06 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.