5 of the best campsites in Cornwall

With its rugged cliffs, golden beaches, and picturesque villages, Cornwall is a dream destination for campers looking to soak up the best of the British coastline. 

South West Coastal Path. Photo by amberthecampervan.

Whether you're exploring wild moorland or relaxing by the sea, the region offers a wide variety of camping experiences with us. If you’re searching for some of the best campsites in Cornwall, these five stand out for their scenic settings, great facilities, and ideal locations.

1. Camelford Club Campsite, Camelford

Tintagel, Cornwall near Camelford Club Campsite. Member photo by Beverley Dodds.

Camelford Club Campsite is a peaceful and spacious location, conveniently attached to the village it’s named after, with countryside on three sides. It’s an ideal base for walkers and cyclists to explore the beautiful surroundings, one of the many reasons that make it one of the best campsites in Cornwall. 

With landmarks like Bodmin Moor just a stone’s throw away, it’s a great challenge to hike and tick off the likes of Showery Tor, the source of the River Fowey and the Fernacre Stone Circle.

2. St Agnes Beacon Club Campsite, St Agnes

One of the most scenic campsites in Cornwall, St Agnes Beacon Club Campsite is perched high on top of Cornish cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, offering panoramic views and incredible sunsets.

It’s just a short walk from the charming village of St Agnes, known for its surf-friendly beaches, artsy vibe, and historic mining heritage. The South West Coast Path runs nearby, making this site ideal for keen hikers and nature lovers.

3. Merrose St Mawes Club Campsite, Trewithian

Portscatho near Merrose Farm Club Campsite. Photo by The Touring Boys.

Any place that calls the Roseland Peninsula home is worth a visit, and Merrose St Mawes Club Campsite is no different. Surrounded by lush fields, you’re just a short distance from picturesque St Mawes, a great example of a village on Cornwall’s slightly quieter southern coast.

The vast Towan Beach is also worth exploring, and is a standout sandy stretch in this part of Cornwall, where, as you can imagine, the standard is so high!

4. Trewethett Farm Club Campsite, near Boscastle

Trewethett Farm Club Campsite. Member photo by Christian Warren.

Steps from the South West Coast Path, Trewethett Farm Club Campsite offers incredible views of the surrounding clifffaces in an area that’s known as the ‘Rocky Valley’.

The beauty around here is truly unspoilt, and with towns like Boscastle and Tintagel a short distance away, you’re not stuck for refreshments either. The facilities are excellent here, and the sunset is one that will have you snapping photo after photo with your camera.

5. Treamble Valley Club Campsite, near Perranporth

Newquay near Treamble Valley Club Campsite. Photo by Mariusz Mencel.

This underrated spot is hidden amongst the surroundings of Cornish country lanes, and isn’t too far from the surfing hotspot of Perranporth.

Treamble Valley Club Campsite is a great place to get away from the hustle and bustle and a brilliant base for exploring all north Cornwall has to offer. The quiet countryside base combined with the endless chance of adventure make this one of the best campsites in Cornwall.