Dartmoor Wild Camping
We have two main campsites available for wild camping on Dartmoor.
Riverside Campsite
- Natural camping site.
- Spans the Cowsic river with an ancient clapper bridge.
- Peaceful and tranquil.
- Sheltered from most winds.
- Communal fire pits.
- Nearby parking.
- Boggy in places, insect repellant is highly advisable during warmer months and the river can become a raging torrent during high rainfall – please be very aware of this if you have children.
- Can be booked for exclusive use.
- Please see the map at the bottom of this page.
Leat Campsite
- Situated in a field alongside the Devonport Leat.
- Well sheltered from the prevailing westerly wind.
- Spectacular views across the surrounding moorland.
- Within 100 metres of vehicle access.
- Suitable for larger groups such as Schools or Duke Of Edinburgh.
- Can be booked for exclusive use.
Facilities
- Water is available from a tap just outside the farmyard.
- Firewood is available to buy.
- A composting toilet is available to hire – please enquire when booking.
- No other facilities are available.
Exclusive Use for Groups
Both our campsites are available for exclusive use by groups. Prior booking is essential – please contact us for more details.
Rules
Please make sure you have read our rules before booking.
Prices
Please note that in addition to the prices below we charge a small booking fee to cover credit/debit card processing charges. The fee will be shown in the checkout.
Dogs are free but must be well behaved, particularly around livestock.
Riverside Campsite
September–June: £5 per person per night.
July & August: £10 per adult, £5 per under-14 per night.
Exclusive use of site: £100 per night (online booking not available – please contact us instead).
Leat Campsite
September–June: £5 per person per night.
July & August: £5 per adult, £2.50 per under-14 per night.
Exclusive use of site: £100 per night (online booking not available – please contact us instead).
Camper vans: £10 per van per night.
Prior booking is essential.
Due to the recent wet weather, the Leat Campsite is closed until May. Please book on the Riverside Campsite instead.
When booking, the Leat campsite is the top left area and the Riverside campsite is the bottom left area on the map.
