Looking for the best campsites in Dorset? We have rounded up some of our favourite places for camping across the county, from coastal campsites near Weymouth, Bridport and the Jurassic Coast to countryside sites close to Corfe Castle, Poole and Purbeck. Discover family-friendly holiday parks, traditional tent camping, dog-friendly stays and campsites within walking distance of some of Dorset's most famous beaches and attractions.
17th August 2026
From pitches overlooking the Jurassic Coast to woodland campsites surrounded by the Purbeck countryside, Dorset has some brilliant places to spend a night under canvas. Whether you want a traditional tent-only campsite, somewhere packed with facilities for the family or a peaceful base for walking the South West Coast Path, these are some of our top campsites in Dorset.
One of Dorset's most highly awarded touring and camping sites, South Lytchett Manor is a particularly good choice if you want excellent facilities while remaining within easy reach of Poole, Bournemouth and the Jurassic Coast. The park has an AA Five Star rating and VisitEngland Gold Award, and was named Dorset's regional winner in the Practical Caravan and Practical Motorhome Top 100 Sites Guide for both 2025 and 2026.
There are camping and touring pitches alongside glamping accommodation, and dogs are welcome throughout the park. A particularly useful feature is the bus stop immediately outside, making it possible to explore parts of Dorset without driving every day.
Best for: High-quality facilities, couples, touring holidays and exploring Poole
Address: Dorchester Road, Lytchett Minster, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6JB
Telephone: 01202 622577
2026 prices: Pitches currently start from £28 per night, with glamping from £75 per night.
Dog friendly: Yes
Few Dorset campsites can compete with Highlands End when it comes to location. Sitting above the Jurassic Coast near West Bay, the five-star holiday park enjoys far-reaching coastal views and is within walking distance of West Bay itself.
It is a good option for families who want considerably more than a basic campsite. Facilities include a leisure club with swimming pool, sauna and steam room, children's play areas, a soft-play area, SPAR shop, restaurant, dog-exercise meadow and nature trail. There are pitches for tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans, alongside glamping and self-catering accommodation.
Best for: Sea views, families and first-time campers wanting plenty of facilities
Address: Eype, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6AR
Booking telephone: 01308 426947
Park reception: 01308 426912
Dog friendly: Yes, with a dedicated dog-exercise meadow
For a proper family seaside camping holiday, Freshwater Beach Holiday Park is difficult to beat. The park sits on the Jurassic Coast near Burton Bradstock and offers camping and touring pitches alongside a large choice of facilities.
Guests staying in tents or campervans can use the heated swimming pools, entertainment and Wi-Fi as part of their stay, while the park also has bowling, food and drink facilities and organised activities. It works particularly well for families who like the idea of camping but still want plenty to do without leaving the site.
Best for: Families, swimming and a traditional seaside holiday
Address: Burton Bradstock, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4PT
Telephone: 01308 897317
Dog friendly: Yes
Good to know: The park can introduce temporary restrictions during very dry weather, so check current rules regarding barbecues and outdoor cooking before travelling.
Norden Farm is one of our favourite choices for exploring the Isle of Purbeck. This family-run campsite sits on a working farm just outside Corfe Castle, placing visitors close to Corfe Castle village, Studland, Swanage and some of Dorset's best-known stretches of coastline.
It is particularly useful if you would rather leave the car at the campsite. There are two bus stops at the entrance, while the heritage railway towards Swanage is around a five-minute walk away.
Best for: Corfe Castle, Purbeck and car-free exploring
Address: Norden Farm, Corfe Castle, Dorset, BH20 5DS
Telephone: 01929 480098
Opening season: Normally 1 April to 31 October, weather permitting.
Type: Family-run working-farm campsite for tents, caravans and touring holidays
Eweleaze offers one of the more memorable camping experiences on the Dorset coast. Set on farmland at Osmington near Weymouth, the campsite has extensive sea views and guests have access to the farm's secluded beach.
Rather than formal numbered pitches, campers can choose where to set up within the camping fields, making it particularly popular with families and groups. Campfires are permitted and there is plenty of open space, giving Eweleaze more of a traditional, relaxed camping atmosphere than a large holiday park.
One important point to know before booking is that Eweleaze is tent-only.
Best for: Traditional camping, sea views, groups and a back-to-nature atmosphere
Address: Eweleaze Farm, Osmington Hill, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6ED
Telephone: 01305 833690
Camping: Tents only
Campfires: Permitted
Beach access: Yes, via the farm's secluded beach
Hidden among woodland near Corfe Castle, Burnbake is a strong choice for visitors who want to feel surrounded by nature while remaining close to the attractions of Purbeck.
The site combines traditional camping with luxury forest lodges, so it also works well for groups where not everyone is enthusiastic about sleeping in a tent. There is an on-site shop and a seasonal Snack Shack serving food during parts of the camping season.
Its position near Corfe Castle makes it a convenient base for days out around Studland, Swanage and the wider Isle of Purbeck.
Best for: Woodland camping, couples, families and exploring Purbeck
Address: Rempstone, Corfe Castle, Dorset, BH20 5JH
Telephone: 01929 480570
Accommodation: Camping and luxury forest lodges
Food: Seasonal Snack Shack on site
If walking straight from your campsite onto the Jurassic Coast sounds like your ideal Dorset break, Golden Cap deserves a place high on the list.
The park sits in a peaceful valley at Seatown, just 150 yards from Seatown Beach, surrounded by around 2,000 acres of National Trust countryside. The South West Coast Path runs past the entrance, while the climb to Golden Cap - the highest point on the south coast of England - begins virtually from the doorstep.
Camping is available alongside touring pitches, glamping, caravans, lodges and cottages. The park also has a small SPAR, children's play area, fishing lake and food options.
Best for: Walkers, Jurassic Coast scenery and beach access
Location: Seatown, near Chideock, West Dorset
Booking telephone: 01308 426947
Golden Cap reception: 01297 480010
Beach: Approximately 150 yards away
Set among the rolling Purbeck countryside, Corfe Castle Dorset Camping makes an excellent base for anyone planning to spend their holiday between Corfe Castle, Swanage and the surrounding coastline.
The campsite has around 80 pitches, including grass and hardstanding electric options, and welcomes tents, caravans, motorhomes and trailer tents. The combination of woodland, countryside and a location close to Corfe Castle makes it particularly appealing for visitors who want a peaceful base rather than a large entertainment-led holiday park.
Best for: Quiet camping, touring and exploring Corfe Castle and Swanage
Address: Bucknowle, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5PQ
Telephone: 01929 480280
Pitches: Around 80, including grass and hardstanding electric pitches
Check-in: Pitches available from 1pm, with departure by 11am.
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