Campgrounds for backpackers in Republic of Ireland

Raven's Rest

• Spacious 13-acre back to nature park on the Carlow-Wicklow border
• A 40-minute drive to the coast and the Wicklow Mountains National Park
• Barbecue area, play area with sandpit and huge grassy area for games

Fleming's White Bridge Caravan and Camping

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

Slieve Aughty Centre

• Equestrian and events centre over 17 acres in rural Co Galway
• Eco-friendly and with miles of trails for walking, cycling and riding
• Organic restaurant on site selling meals and picnics

Gurteen Bay Caravan and Camping Park

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

Wild Atlantic Camp

Ferrybank Caravan and Camping Park

Top of the Rock Pod Páirc and Walking Centre

Doolin Riverside Caravan and Camping Park

• Friendly site within walking distance from pubs and shops
• Sheltered, pet friendly and eight kilometres from the Cliffs of Moher
• Stroll straight down to the sea from the site

Morriscastle Strand Family Caravan Park

Loughcrew Megalithic Centre

• Small family-run site at the foot of the Loughcrew cairns
• Mature trees, heritage museum, events hall, music sessions and café
• A 10-minute walk from the ancient Loughcrew complex and Cairn T

Corcreggan Mill

• Lake- and sea-view site set around an old country mill with a stream
• A five-minute drive from Dunfanaghy; just off the N56 for easy access
• Organic garden, meditation areas, meals on site, wifi, shared kitchen

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

Campbiggle

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

Chleire Haven