Looking for campsites in Cornwall? Camping is a favourite pastime enjoyed by thousands of people every year. Many people return to the same Cornwall campsites with their friends and family to experience the fun that they had the previous season.

However, a few people choose to try different campsites in Cornwall to find a unique experience. If you’re thinking the same thing, then there are many different destinations to consider and here we’ve compiled our list of the top 7 campsites in Cornwall.

Campsites In Cornwall #1: Tregarton Park

This 12 acre family run camping park in Cornwall is within easy reach of several beaches and only a short drive from St. Austell. They accept families and couples only, providing the ideal holiday park to relax, explore and for camping in Cornwall.

Privately owned and personally cared for by the Hicks family, Tregarton pride themselves in maintaining a clean, friendly and efficiently run park. Every effort is made to make your stay a happy and memorable one.

All the pitches are large and well maintained, clearly divided with hedging and shrubs to ensure there is no over crowding, giving you your own individual space. Some pitches are “awning friendly” gravel hard standings and all of the pitches have 10amp electric hook-ups.

With both coastal and countryside views, Tregarton Park is ideally situated for camping in Cornwall and visiting big attractions such as the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Eden Project and the Flambard Experience, as well as the quaint harbour village of Mevagissey.

Whether you are a family looking for an annual summer holiday camping in Cornwall, a couple without children or a young family with pre-schoolers, Tregarton has something for everyone. In our opinion Tregarton Park is most suited to younger children, the adventure playground has been designed with this age group in mind. Number 1 on our list of Campsites in Cornwall.

More Details: Gorran, Nr. Mevagissey, St Austell, Cornwall, England, PL26 6NF. Open from 1 Apr to 30 Oct. Tele: 01726 843 666

Campsites In Cornwall #2: Hendra Holiday Park

Hendra is one of Cornwall’s premier parks and winner of Cornwall’s Holiday Park of the Year Award.

Set in fabulous countryside just minutes from Newquay’s vibrant town centre and miles of golden sandy beaches, Hendra offers award-winning facilities, including the fabulous Oasis indoor and outdoor Fun Pool complex.

The touring, camping and motorhome accommodation is superb with acres of spacious landscaped parkland, large level pitches, proper roads, car-free family-friendly fields, and award-winning toilet and shower facilities.

With free entertainment, cabaret club, children’s club, restaurant, cafes and a supermarket, everything you need for a fantastic family holiday is all here.

There are a wealth of quality attractions, beautiful coastline, and places to explore right on Hendra’s doorstep. There is so much to see and do whatever the weather: visit the Eden Project or Cornwall’s famous gardens and historic locations, learn to surf, try kite surfing or coasteering, enjoy walking or cycling!

Close by are Newquay Zoo, Blue Reef Aquarium, Dairyland Farm World, and Lappa Valley Steam Railway, and further afield you will find St Michael’s Mount, Lands End, the Tate St Ives, and the National Maritime Museum amongst many others. Number 2 on our list of Campsites in Cornwall.

More Details: Newquay, Cornwall, England, TR8 4NY. Open from 31 Mar to 31 Oct. Tele: 01637 875 778

Campsites In Cornwall #3: Treloy Touring Park

At Treloy Touring Park they offer families and couples a warm welcome to a beautiful part of Cornwall.

Treloy is conveniently close to the busy town of Newquay and some amazing beaches, but is also tucked away from the crowds.

They offer fun and enjoyable holidays in a pleasant and relaxed setting, with clean and modern facilities.

Treloy has an outdoor, heated swimming pool and a bar with evening entertainment, a children’s play area, Nature Trail, cafe/take-away and well-stocked shop.

Treloy is a great centre from which to explore the coastline and countryside. Newquay has seven beaches of its own, plus Watergate Bay and Mawgan Porth beaches which are only a few minutes drive from Treloy.

You can play golf at nearby Treloy golf course; you can enjoy coarse fishing at Porth reservoir; and cyclists will head for the popular Padstow-Wadebridge cycle trail. Newquay has a zoo of its own, and during the summer school holidays the zoo staff visit Treloy with some of their animals.

The Eden Project is an easy drive from Treloy, and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are well worth a visit. Children and adults will be catered for at Flambards Theme Park, Crealy Adventure Park and the Lappa Valley Railway. There is a swimming pool and a boating lake at Newquay’s Trenance Gardens, and Newquay has a theatre and a cinema. Number 3 on our list of campsites in Cornwall.

More Details: Newquay, Cornwall, England, TR8 4JN. Open from 1 Apr to 30 Sep. Tele: 01637 872 063

Campsites In Cornwall #4: Tregoad Park Touring Site

Set in 55 acres of rolling Cornish countryside well away from the road and protected by a secure barrier entry system, Tregoad Park offers the perfect retreat for fun filled family holidays or quiet and relaxing breaks.

Tregoad Park will offer you the warmest of welcomes to a safe and secure location that’s perfect for even the most curious children. What’s more, their on-site facilities give visitors of all ages lots to see and do. Close to Looe, Polperro and the Rame peninsula, Tregoad Park is the ideal base from which to explore this scenic part of Cornwall.

There are plenty of facilities on site including modern, clean and heated toilet and shower blocks, laundry, bar, restaurant and takeaway (open mid and high season), games room, kids’ playpark, games and kite field, dog walk area and park wide wi-fi access and of course our indoor heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi spa open all year.

Nearby attractions include Plymouth Aquarium, Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan, Looe and Polperro, Beaches and Coast Path Walks. Number 4 on our list of campsites in Cornwall.

More Details: Tregoad Park, St Martins, Looe, Cornwall, England, PL13 1PB. Open from 1 Jan to 31 Dec. Tele: 01503 262 718

Campsites In Cornwall #5: Tamar Lakes Campsite

Tamar Lakes offers something for everyone. It’s a place where you can walk, fish, sail and bird watch or just simply relax with a good cream tea at our cafe.

Tamar Lakes campsite is located near the North Cornish coast and the popular tourist town of Bude – another of our AA two-star graded sites with breathtaking views to enjoy.

Ideal for the watersports enthusiast with windsurfing, sailing, rowing and kayaking – launch your own craft or hire from the centre. If you prefer to stay dry there are beautiful walks and cycle trails at the lake as well as a café and visitor centre in the main building. Coarse anglers are well catered for with large carp, bream and rudd.

Families with young children can enjoy the play area, beach and pedalos. Upper Tamar Lake offers fun for all the family, with pedalos, surf skis and Canadian canoes for hire as well as dinghies and windsurfers. Throughout the school holidays the watersports centre offers activity weeks for children and taster sessions for adults to try water and landsports activities. Please contact the centre for more information. Number 5 on our list of campsites in Cornwall.

More Details: Upper Tamar Lake Country Park, Bude, Cornwall, England, EX23 9SA. Open from 7 Mar to 31 Oct. Motorhomes, Touring pitches and Tent pitches only. Tele: 01288 321426

Campsites In Cornwall #6: Stithians Lake Campsite

Stithians Lake Country Park is located between Falmouth and Redruth in West Cornwall. Stithians offers something for everyone. It’s a place where you can walk, fish, sail and bird watch or just simply relax with a picnic.

At the Outdoor + Active centre you can take part in windsurfing, sailing, rowing and kayaking, launch your own craft or hire. New for 2011: climbing tower, archery and WOWballs.

If you prefer to stay on land, there are lakeside walks and a cycle trail as well as the ‘Pirate Boat’ children’s play area. Anglers are well catered for with boat and bank fishing facilities at this stocked rainbow trout location. Groups and scout groups will find this site ideal for activity-based holidays.

The award winning Golden Lion Inn is less than 100yds from the campsite, serving delicious, home-cooked food.

This majestic water, one of England’s most westerly trout fisheries, is regularly stocked with rainbow trout averaging up to 4lb, and has a natural head of brown trout.

There is a children’s play area, surfaced cycleway to the dam and a refreshment kiosk for sandwiches, snacks and drinks. With plenty of open space for informal games and picnicking, visitors can also enjoy the circular walk around the Lake, a bird hide and the stunning views.

Stithians Lake lies close to the quirky seaside town of Falmouth. Falmouth has beautiful beaches, shops and is famous for its dockyard. Number 6 on our list of campsites in Cornwall.

More Details: Stithians Lake, Menherion, Redruth, Cornwall, England, TR16 6NW. Open from 7 Mar to 31 Oct. Tele: 01209 860301

Campsites In Cornwall #7: Siblyback Lake Campsite

Siblyback is a unique lakeside campsite which is located on the edge of the magical Bodmin Moor, near Liskeard.

Siblyback offers activities on and off the water for all the family. Whether you fancy a lakeside adventure or a peaceful break away, Siblyback has everything you need. It is a place where you can walk, cycle, fish, sail, bird watch or just simply relax with a delicious Cornish cream tea at our lakeside café.

There are two play areas at the lake – one for toddlers and the other for older children. The country park comes with plenty of open space for fun, games and picnics with all the family.

Visitors can now enjoy walking and cycling on the new cyclepath around the lake whilst taking in the stunning views and checking out the wildlife.

Ideal for the watersports enthusiast, families and groups alike. Watersports including windsurfing, sailing, rowing and kayaking are on offer at good rates and you can launch your own craft.

Anglers will be in their element at this nationally renowned stocked rainbow trout lake – one of our three premier trout fisheries – set in peaceful and tranquil surroundings. Siblyback Lake is a Trout Master fishery.

Nestled on the edge of Bodmin Moor, Siblyback Lake provides the perfect location to enjoy the beautiful moorland and seaside which Cornwall is famous for. Check out some of Bodmin Moor’s ancient stones, including the famous Cheeswring and Hurlers Stone Circle, on a trip up to the nearby village of Minions where the highest pub in Cornwall lies. Number 7 on our list of campsites in Cornwall.

More Details: Siblyback Lake, Common Moor, Liskeard, Cornwall, England, PL14 3LS. Open from 7 Mar to 31 Oct. Tele: 01579 346522
So, there you go! 7 top campsites in Cornwall. We’re sure that you’re bound to find the perfect camping spot for your family during your stay in Cornwall now…

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