Tent Campsites for backpackers in Barnstaple, Devon
12 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
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
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
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
Collacott Camping
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Quiet family-run campsite on working Devon sheep farm
- Barnstaple 10 minutes' drive; Croyde beach half an hour
- Easy access from the A39
Higher Huxhill Farm Campsite
Bideford, Devon, England- Small family-run campsite in rural north Devon
- Bideford 10 minutes' drive; 20 minutes to Westward Ho! beach
- Pitches in hay meadows with far-reaching views; Tarka Trail two miles
Little Barnstone
Barnstaple, Devon, England- Simple pitches on a peaceful Devon organic smallholding
- On the edge of Exmoor National Park, 10 mins' drive from Combe Martin
- Easy access from the A39; wellness activities available on site
Keep It Wild
Ilfracombe, Devon, England- Wild camping on a farm with stunning views of the Sterridge Valley
- A 15-minute drive from Exmoor National Park and Ilfracombe
- Campfire area and kids' mud kitchen; excellent stargazing on site
Furze Park Camping
Kentisbury, Devon, England- Back to basics pitches on a 130-acre farm on the edge of Exmoor
- A 10-minute drive from Combe Martin beach; 20 minutes from Woolacombe
- Communal firepit and barbecue area; pub five minutes' drive away
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