As soon as the warmer months hit, there’s nothing better than grabbing your camping gear and setting off for an adventure.
Children love sleeping in a tent and playing in nature, whilst parents love the chilled holiday vibe.
Dorset is full of amazing campsites offering lots in the way of scenic views and tranquil, quiet escapes.
Whether you’re a seasoned camper or thinking about giving it a go, we’ve put together a list of some of the best places to visit in Dorset.
From sea views, vast fields full of wildlife and dramatic cliff tops, Dorset has it all.
With families, dogs and adults in mind, here are 10 picturesque getaways catering for everyone and guaranteed to give you an enjoyable experience.
Get ready to explore some of the most scenic and well-equipped campsites in this charming part of the country.
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1. Coppet Hill
Coppet Hill offers a unique camping experience on a 600-acre family farm in West Dorset. This inviting campsite boasts just 14 secluded pitches, ensuring you enjoy peace and privacy.
Each pitch can host up to four adults and four children and includes a compost loo for convenience.
Nature lovers will appreciate being surrounded by wildlife and traditional oak trees.
You can spot residents like deer, raptors, and tawny owls. For keen hikers there are over 8 miles of footpaths and trails with views of the stunning Jurassic Coast.
The campsite offers family-friendly facilities such as hot showers, a day room with essentials like a fridge and microwave, and picnic benches.
Firepits are provided, and you can purchase local firewood and charcoal. To maintain a tranquil atmosphere, cars and dogs are not allowed in the camping field.
Guests can also book to stay in a choice of glamping tents, such as a luxury bell tent or pods.
New for 2024 is a secluded tent called the Pond Hideaway, a brand-new tent with a mezzanine bed nestled next to a secret pond.
Everyone will love the quiet surroundings and amazing views of the stars in this secluded campsite in the country.
🏕️ Key Information
- Prices: £60-75 per night
- Season: Open May to September
- Facilities: Compost loo, hot showers, day room, picnic bench, water standpipe, electric car charging
- Local wildlife
- Great for hikers
- Quiet and peaceful
- No dogs permitted
- No electric hookups
📍 Purcombe Farm, Bridport DT6 6RL
2. Burnbake Campsite
Set in the heart of Dorset, Burnbake Campsite offers a charming and rustic experience. Whether you prefer a sunny spot or a shaded area under the trees, there’s an ideal place for everyone.
At night, campfires and fairy lights create a magical atmosphere that’s perfect for a family adventure.
Campfires are allowed as long as they’re off the ground. However, disposable BBQs are not permitted on-site.
The on-site shop sells logs, local produce, snacks, and camping goods. Fire pits can be rented, and marshmallows are available for toasting.
Burnbake welcomes tents and small camper vans. Caravans, however, are not permitted.
Pets can join the fun but must be kept on a lead. The site’s main campsite is nestled within the woods, while an open field offers plenty of sunshine and space for larger groups.
🏕️ Key Information
- Pets welcome
- Fire pits available for hire
- On-site shop
- Flexible camping spots
- Peaceful site
- Electric hook-up pitches are available
📍 Corfe Castle, Wareham BH20 5JH
3. Eweleaze Farm
Eweleaze Farm is a charming campsite nestled on the coast. It is known for its breathtaking sea views and a secluded, private beach.
The area is recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ensuring a picturesque and tranquil setting.
The site is family-friendly, offering ample space for children to play, whether it’s flying kites, playing ball games, or exploring the farm’s scenic fields.
Campfires are allowed, and there’s firewood available for purchase, adding to the cosy atmosphere.
This tent-only campsite opens from mid-July to the end of August.
Parking is available next to most tents, and guests can choose their own pitch, allowing for flexibility and comfort.
Friends and families can easily camp together.
Facilities here are excellent, with toilets in every field, free hot showers, and even solar showers by the beach.
There are also washing-up sinks, drinking water standpipes, and recycling points around the site.
For those who enjoy a good meal, the farmyard area boasts a variety of food options. From the farm shop’s organic produce to freshly made pizza, there’s something for everyone.
The ice cream parlour and bakery are particularly popular.
Hay bale play areas, pony petting, and even a giant chessboard are among the on-site activities.
🏕️ Key Information
- Open mid-July to end of August
- Private Beach
- Facilities: Toilets, hot showers, solar showers and washing-up sinks
- Food options such as a farm shop, bakery, ice cream parlour, pizza van and more
- Pets are welcome on-site and on the beach
- Lots to do close by
- On-site activities for children
- No electric hook-ups
📍 Eweleaze Farm, Osmington Hill, Weymouth DT3 6ED
4. Litton Lakes
Litton Lakes is nestled in a stunning valley, offering a scenic escape for campers. The site features large, flat pitches suitable for tents, caravans, and motor homes.
Families will find everything they need for a comfortable stay with a beautiful lakeside setting and just 10 minutes from the Jurassic Coast.
The campsite ensures convenience with all facilities close to pitches.
There are showers, toilets, and even fire pits for hire.
Don’t worry about bringing everything—firewood and marshmallows are available on-site.
Dogs are welcome, and have a dedicated walking field.
There’s an adventure for everyone with paddleboards available for hire. The site also operates sustainably, using eco-friendly designs for its shower facilities.
🏕️ Key Information
- Large, flat pitches
- Fire pits and wood for hire
- Dog-friendly with a walking field
- Hot showers and toilets
- Peaceful setting
- No electric hook-ups
📍 Litton Ln, Dorchester DT2 9DH
5. Golden Cap Holiday Park
Golden Cap Holiday Park is a stunning destination nestled on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. This park offers an engaging camping experience with its remarkable scenic views.
The holiday park has a vast 16-acre meadow called Big Berries with over 150 non-electric pitches.
Perfect for tents and campervans, this area provides ample space to spread out.
It features views of Dog House Hills and Thorncombe Beacon.
Situated just a few hundred metres from Seatown Beach, the park gives easy access to both beach and countryside walks. Dogs are welcome with a limit of two per pitch.
A dog exercise meadow is available for off-lead fun.
Families can enjoy a playground, picnic areas with sea views, and a fishing lake (permit required).
The South West Coast Path runs by the park, making it a great base for hikers.
🏕️ Key Information
- Spar shop on-site
- Dog friendly
- Playground and picnic areas
- Close to towns and pubs
- No electric hook-ups
📍 Golden Cap Holiday Park, Mill Ln, Seatown, Bridport DT6 6JX
6. Sweet Hill Farm
Sweet Hill Farm is a nearly wild camping site on the Isle of Portland, Dorset.
The campsite offers an adventurous environment with minimal facilities. Campers can enjoy stunning coastal views and abundant wildlife, including kestrels, owls, and wildflowers by day.
At night, the lack of light pollution allows for incredible stargazing.
The site provides cold water taps and compost toilets in each field, so visitors need to bring their own toilet paper and hand sanitiser.
There are new hot showers available as well, operated by tokens.
Sweet Hill Farm also features a riding school, where visitors can book horse riding excursions to explore the island.
The weather can be unpredictable, so it’s essential to be well-prepared for windy conditions and take care as the site is situated near cliffs.
🏕️ Key Information
- Nearly wild camping experience
- Stunning coastal views and wildlife
- Basic facilities: water taps, compost toilets, and token-operated hot showers
- Excellent stargazing opportunity due to zero light pollution
- Bring your own toilet paper
- Close to Portland
- No electric hookup
📍 Sweet Hill Farm, Sweet Hill Road, Portland, Dorset, DT5 2DS
7. Highlands End Holiday Park
Highlands End Holiday Park sits on a stunning clifftop, offering unparalleled views of the Jurassic Coast.
This campsite is perfect for tents, trailer tents, VWs, and motorhomes. Visitors can enjoy the breathtaking scenery while staying in one of the best locations in the UK.
The park welcomes visitors from 8th March to 28th October 2024.
Camping and motorhome check-in is from 1pm, with check-out by 11am. Guests can choose from a vacant pitch on arrival.
With the choice of the grass pitch with electric hook-up or Little Shepherds meadow pitch (suitable for tents and campervans only and no electric hook-up)
Highlands End offers various amenities, including sea views, access to a leisure club and swimming pool, bar and restaurant, shops and indoor soft play for children. Dogs are allowed (maximum of two)
🏕️ Key Information
- Dog friendly
- Use of holiday park facilities
- Electric hook-ups
- Spar shop
- Wifi
- Countryside surroundings
- Soft play for children
📍 Eype, Bridport DT6 6AR
8. Dorset Nectar Orchard Campsite
Nestled in the West Dorset countryside, Dorset Nectar Orchard Campsite offers a unique adult-only camping experience.
The spacious pitches, set among rows of apple trees, provide a peaceful and private setting.
Tent camping is available from 1st April to 14th September, with a per night cost of £16 per person.
Facilities include three toilets, two showers, and multiple water points. Raised fire pits are available for personal BBQs at each pitch.
WiFi is accessible around the Tasting Room and Cider Garden, featuring benches and a communal BBQ area.
The Cider Farm Tasting Room and Shop offer a variety of ciders, craft beers, and other local products.
🏕️ Key Information
- Adults only (19+)
- “Leave no trace” policy
- Mobile food eateries visit on weekends
- Historic Bridport and several beaches nearby
- Quiet site
- Toilets and showers
- On-site shop
📍 Pineapple Ln, Waytown, Bridport DT6 5HZ
9. Norden Farm Campsite
Norden Farm Campsite is a delightful family-run site located just outside Corfe Castle.
It is open from Easter to 31st October, subject to weather conditions.
Spread across four grassy fields, campers can enjoy stunning views. The campsite features two large facilities blocks, making access to amenities convenient for everyone.
The farm is ideal for families, offering opportunities to explore Corfe Castle and nearby Swanage.
The on-site shop provides essentials like bagged ice and fresh products, along with gas canister exchange services.
Different accommodation options are available, including a traditional farm cottage that sleeps four and Norden House, which can accommodate up to 14 people.
🏕️ Key Information
- Open Easter to 31st October, weather permitting
- Four grassy fields with scenic views
- Two large facility blocks with showers and toilets
- On-site shop
- Varied accommodation options, including cottages and large holiday lets
- Wifi
- Fishing pond
- Playground
- Electric hook-ups
- Dogs are welcome on a lead
📍Norden Farm Campsite, Wareham BH20 5DS
10. Durdle Door Holiday Park
Durdle Door Holiday Park is an ideal camping spot in Dorset, known for its scenic beauty. Set near the famous limestone arch, this park offers an amazing coastal experience.
The Rookery Camping Pitches provide a unique setting under tall trees, home to nesting rooks.
This creates a serene and shaded environment for campers.
These pitches allow for a small tent and one car. Facilities include accessible showers, toilets, and a dishwashing area with USB charging points.
Up to six people can stay on one pitch, which measures no larger than 18 m².
Campers can enjoy BBQs as long as they use reusable ones raised off the ground.
The park is strict about not allowing campfires or roof tents.
For entertainment, there are two children’s play parks and an adventure play park on-site.
The Man O’ War Bar & Restaurant is a short walk away, offering dining options.
🏕️ Key Information
- Shower, toilet block and baby changing facilities
- Childrens play areas
- Restaurants and shops close by
- Dish-washing area and USB charging points
- No electric hook-up for the tent area
- Dog friendly
📍 Main Rd, West Lulworth, Wareham BH20 5PU
