Tent Campsites for Backpackers in Barnstaple, Devon
19 bookable campsites with tent pitches within 15 miles of Barnstaple
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Whitemoor Camping
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Peaceful family-friendly farm site overlooking the Taw valley
- Great pub serving food 10 minutes’ walk to Bishop’s Tawton village
- Hiking and Biking haven: Tarka Trail, National Cycle Route 3 nearby
Crossways Country Park
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Rural site three miles from Barnstaple
- Easily accessible from main roads and by public transport
- Near Exmoor National Park and surfing beaches of the north Devon coast
Tarka Trail Camping
Yelland, Devon, England- Peaceful family-run site on the outskirts of Yelland
- Five miles from Barnstaple and Bideford, and six from Westward Ho!
- Walkers' paradise: direct access to Tarka Trail/South West Coast Path
Secret Spot Camping
Braunton, Devon, England- Peaceful site in a private home’s grounds 15 mins’ walk from Braunton
- A five-minute drive from Saunton Sands beach and 10 from Croyde
- Well-equipped guest kitchen and lounge area plus a communal firepit
Stowford Farm Meadows
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Countryside park on 500 acres, 15 minutes' drive from Woolacombe
- Woodland walks, nature trails, pool and riding centre on site
- Two on-site bars and a takeaway; play park and miniature golf
South Stoodleigh Farm
West Buckland, Devon, England- Devon farm site 10 minutes' drive from Exmoor National Park
- A quarter of an hour from Barnstaple by car; Woolacombe 30 minutes
- Family-run site for tents only; dogs and barbecues welcome
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Hazel Meadow Camping
Great Torrington, Devon, England- Wild-camping site a five-minute drive from Great Torrington
- Bideford 15 minutes’ drive; Westward Ho! 25 minutes
- Resident animals; free-range eggs and meats to buy; individual firepit
Porte Meadow Campsite
Kentisbury, Devon, England- Secluded grass pitches on a farm on the edge of Exmoor National Park
- A 25-minute drive to Woolacombe beach; 10 minutes from Exmoor Zoo
- Dedicated dog park, moors walks from site and pubs 10 minutes’ drive
Long Moor Farm Camping
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Peaceful dog-friendly site on the edge of the Exmoor National Park
- A 10-minute drive to Combe Martin's beaches and Exmoor Zoo
- 15 acres of grounds; firepits available; dog-friendly pub nearby
Guyscliffe Farm
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Devon site with views out over Exmoor’s hills and Combe Martin bay
- A five-minute drive from Combe Martin beaches and 15 from Ilfracombe
- Wildlife haven circled by woodland; shared barbecue and firepit area
Mullacott Farm
Ilfracombe, Devon, England- Farm park in Devon with sea views on three sides: pitch where you like
- A mile from Ilfracombe, four from Woolacombe and 10 from Exmoor
- Showers and toilet block
Silver View Camping
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Peaceful site near Combe Martin, with views over the coast
- A 15-minute drive from Ilfracombe and Exmoor Zoo
- On the edge of Exmoor National Park and a mile from the coast path
Adventure Camping
Bideford, Devon, England- Laidback Devon family site with adventure activities available
- A five-minute drive to Westward Ho! beach; 15 minutes to Barnstaple
- 35-acre site within walking distance of pub and Big Sheep theme park
Girt Down Farm
Combe Martin, Devon, England- Farm site with spectacular views of the north Devon coast
- A three-minute drive to Combe Martin beach; 15 minutes to Exmoor Zoo
- Pizza nights and cooked breakfasts; a mile from the village centre
Yomer Wood Camping
Ilfracombe, Devon, England- Back to basics woodland site in scenic north Devon
- In the Lee valley, a 15-minute walk from the coast
- Wildlife haven over 10 acres: look out for deer, foxes and badgers
Watermouth Valley Camping Park
Ilfracombe, Devon, England- Family-run, family-oriented site a short walk from Watermouth Bay
- A 10-minute drive to Ilfracombe; 25 minutes to Woolacombe beach
- On-site shop with maps available; access to the South West Coast Path
Westacott Farm Camping
Bideford, Devon, England- Peaceful site with sea views a five-minute drive from Westward Ho!
- South West Coast Path 20 minutes’ walk; Bideford 10 minutes’ drive
- Dogs welcome; children’s playground; well-stocked farm shop
Yarde Orchard Café
Great Torrington, Devon, England- Well-maintained Devon field with direct access to the Tarka Trail
- RHS Garden Rosemoor 10 minutes' drive; Westward Ho! 30 minutes
- On-site café and secure bike storage
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Duck's Paddle
South Molton, Devon, England- Adults-only nearly wild Devon site 15 minutes’ drive from South Molton
- Two Moors Way 10 minutes’ drive; Exmoor National Park 20 minutes
- Quiet off-grid pitches with an open-air shower and abundant wildlife
Plaistow Mills
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Four-acre camping field for over-12s 10 minutes' drive from Barnstaple
- A 15-minute drive to Ilfracombe; Woolacombe 20 minutes
- Farm shop on site; short walk to a gastropub and smart restaurant
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