Forest campgrounds in France

Camping Les Rives du Lac

• Scenic site a short walk from the shores of 600-hectare Espinet lake
• Within easy reach of a waterpark and historic Laroquebrou
• Pools plus summer pony rides, farmers' market, dinners and DJ

Camping L'Enclave

• Riverside site across 10 acres on the edge of Estavar village
• In the Pyrénées Catalanes Regional Natural Park, close to activities
• Bar-restaurant, outdoor pool, play areas and summer kids' club

Sous les toiles de PauTiLou

• Small, well-equipped glamping site 20 minutes' drive from Vichy
• L’Allée des Géants 35 minutes’ drive; Parc Mirabel an hour
• Workshops, massages, play area and communal kitchen on site

Ô P'tit Nid Milie

• Well-equipped microlodge with a barrel sauna and a spacious terrace
• A 25-minute drive to Thermes de Bains-les-Bains; half an hour to lakes
• Includes a small kitchen, bathroom and a double bed; rural setting

Camping River

• Family-run site in the Ubaye Valley, on the banks of the River Ubaye
• Well-placed for mountain trekking, cycling, fishing and river rafting
• Swimming pool, bar and restaurant; fresh bread to order for mornings

Camping Le Médoc Bleu

• Under the Gironde sun, between a pine forest and fine beaches
• At the seaside resort of Carcans about 50km from Bordeaux
• Large heated pool, videogames room and bouncy castles

La Colline Vagabonde

• Secluded and peaceful adults-only glamping with lovely views
• In the Cévennes National Park, an International Dark Sky Reserve
• Breakfast included; swim in the river next to the site

Château de Lacomté Country Club

• Adults-only park
• Centrally-located in the picturesque Lot and Dordogne valleys
• Easily accessable from the A20 motorway

Spalazen Nature

• Luxury lodges in a wildlife haven, on the edge of woodland
• Half an hour from Collonges-la-Rouge and 45 minutes from Rocamadour
• Jacuzzi, terrace and woodburning stove for each lodge

Camping du Lac de Bujaleuf

• Terraced lakeside site with views of Lac de St Hélène from every pitch
• A 20-minute drive from Eymoutiers and 40 minutes from Limoges
• Canoe and pedalo hire; fresh bread and pastry daily during high season

Camping Le Château de Galaure

Camping Le Mas de Reilhe

• Between the Mediterranean and the Cévennes National Park
• Surrounded by vineyards, with wine tasting events on site
• Pool, spa, restaurant-bar and multilingual library

Camping Le Logis

• Family-friendly site 600m from the sea, close to Forest of la Coubre
• 6km from La Palmyre Zoo, 10 from Royan and 2 from Saint-Palais-sur-Mer
• Big heated waterpark, two bars, free tennis, playground and shop

Camping Porte de Provence

• Surrounded by woodland on the edge of the Drôme Provençale region
• Dog sledding, quad biking, archery and canoeing all available nearby
• Heated pool, paddling pool, outdoor gym, bar and restaurant

Camping du Lac de Mondon

• Next to a 15-hectare lake 55 kilometres from Limoges
• Play area and outdoor pool with slide and nighttime hours
• Archery, organised bike rides and nature activities available

Camping Les Cyprès

• Family-friendly site three kilometres from Saint Gilles Croix de Vie
• Indoor and outdoor swimming pools; 10 minutes' walk from the beach
• Activities and entertainment for all ages during high season

La Ferme des Aulnes

• On a peaceful Picardy farm 20 minutes' drive from the beach
• Spa, sauna, heated pool, library and gym
• Family-run site with play area, games room and kids' club

Camping Le Lac d'Orient

• Lakeside site in the Orient Forest Regional Natural Park
• Within easy reach of Nigloland theme park and Champagne vineyards
• Sandy beach, watersports, fishing, indoor and outdoor pools

Camping Le Lac de Miel

• Between the Périgord and the Auvergne
• Direct access to a white and sandy lakeside beach
• Covered and heated pool, tennis, kids' club and bike hire