Bedruthan Steps Camping – Campsites, Glamping, and Wild Camping

If you’re thinking about camping near Bedruthan Steps in Cornwall, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will tell you everything you need to know about camping at Bedruthan Steps, with options for tents, campervans, and caravans.

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Campsites Near Bedruthan Steps

There are only a couple of campsites near Bedruthan Steps. Thankfully, the campsites welcome all types of campers. If you have your own facilities and like the idea of wild camping at Bedruthan Steps, there are a few options that I will talk about further down.

Bedruthan Steps Campsite

Conveniently located on the coastal path just minutes away from the steps, Bedruthan Steps Campsite is the best-located site in the area. Boasting spacious pitches with unrivalled views over the Atlantic, it’s the perfect spot for families, couples, and small groups of friends.

There are no electric hook-ups, so you’ll need to be set up for off-grid (hopefully, you have solar panels installed on your van). Other than that, the facilities are fantastic, including toilets, warm showers, a food shack, and a washing up area.

• Dogs: Yes
• Electric Hook Ups: No
• Waste Disposal: Yes
• BBQs: Yes
• Campfires: Yes
• Awnings: Yes

Magic Cove Touring Park

If you don’t mind being a little further away, Magic Cove is a small family-run campsite welcoming tents, caravans and campervans. Carnewas at Bedruthan Steps is accessible less than 5-minutes away by car or a 40-minute scenic walk along the coastal path.

With just 18 pitches available (all with electric hook-ups), availability is limited. However, those lucky enough to secure a place can enjoy a peaceful location with handy facilities.

• Dogs: Yes
• Electric Hook Ups: Yes
• Waste Disposal: Yes
• BBQs: Yes – Off the ground.
• Campfires: Check with staff.
• Awnings: Yes

Macdonald’s Farm

We are moving even further out now, heading towards Padstow. However, if you’re coming as a family, Macdonald’s Farm might be an ideal choice.

As the name suggests, the site is set on a farm. Guests can enjoy meeting the animals and riding ponies while sleeping under the stars in an idyllic location.

If you wanted to visit the Bedruthan Steps, you could drive. Or a steady walk along the coastal path -which is well worth doing for the views alone – will get you there in around an hour.

• Dogs: Yes
• Electric Hook Ups: Yes
• Waste Disposal: Yes
• BBQs: Yes – Off the ground.
• Campfires: Yes – Off the ground.
• Awnings: Yes – so long as it fits within your pitch.

Bedruthan Steps Glamping

Nights under the stars, cooking outside, connecting with nature – sounds great, doesn’t it? Here are some options for glamping near Bedruthan Steps.

Seaview Tipis

For a one-of-a-kind glamping experience near Bedruthan steps, you won’t want to miss out on staying in these Seaview Tipis. Overlooking the iconic sea stacks of Bedruthan Steps, the tipis provide a jaw-dropping view of the cinematic coastlines.

A Dark Sky registered site, it’s also the perfect location for stargazing. Each tipi is cosy and welcoming, furnished with bedding, tables, lanterns and an outdoor fire pit. While campsite facilities include toilets, showers, and an onsite food shack.

Macdonald’s Farm

I mentioned this spot earlier, so I don’t need to go into much detail about the campsite.  But they also offer glamorous bell tents for a comfortable glamping experience.They come fully kitted out with comfy beds, rugs, a wood-burning stove and fairy lights.

Free & Wild Camping Near Bedruthan Steps

If you’re a seasoned wild camper, you’ll already know that finding welcoming spots around the UK can be tricky. This area of Cornwall is no different. You’ll see ‘no camping’ and ‘no overnight stays’ signs in most car parks. 

However, we did find a gem of a spot for wild camping near Bedruthan Steps, as per the photo above. This is a layby off the B3276, so there are no facilities. But you get beautiful sunset views over the ocean and can walk to Bedruthan Steps in minutes. 

We found this park-up on Park4Night, a handy little app for finding free parks ups. Other apps we use for are Search for Site and Just Park.

On the other hand, if you are looking to wild camp near Bedruthan Stepswith a tent , I’m sure there are plenty of spots along the coastal path where you could stealthily pitch up.

Responsible Camping Near Bedruthan Steps

Check out this responsible camping guide on ways you can be a more responsible camper. In the meantime, here are a few basics to keep in mind.

• Take all rubbish and sanitary waste with you.
• If you don’t have a camping toilet, use a trowel to bury human waste.
• Camp close by to marked trails so as not to disturb wildlife.
• Minimise fire impact by using raised BBQs and firepits and only when it’s safe.
• Be considerate of your fellow campers.
• Respect the interests of other people.
• When wild camping, arrive late, leave early, and never camp longer than one night in one place.
• Make pragmatic decisions, and you’ll be just fine.

Things to do Near Bedruthan Steps

If you’re heading to Bedruthan Steps, here are some of the top things to see and do in the nearby area:

Bedruthan Beach

Naturally, the Bedruthan Beach is the number one thing to do while camping here. Unfortunately, there’s no access to the steps at the moment following a major cliff fall in 2021; however, the footpaths and cliff tops are still open for coastal walks and spectacular views. If you’re lucky with timing, golden hour will coincide when the tide is neither in nor out, revealing the perfect contrast between ocean, rock, and sand with a golden glow.

Coastal Walks

The next unmissable thing to do in the area is to stroll along the coastal path. In these parts, you’ll find some of the most dramatic coastlines in all of the UK. The path winds up and down the craggy cliffs, revealing hidden coves, golden sandy beaches, and unrivalled views over the Atlantic.

 Local Beaches

There are a few accessible beaches in the area, so don’t be too upset if Bedruthan is closed. Porthcothan, for example, is a gorgeous sandy beach, and it’s just minutes away by car or an hour’s walk along the coast.

Padstow

If you’re staying in the area, I highly recommend a day trip to nearby Padstow. There are a ton of exciting things to see in Padstow, and it’s just a really cool place to hang out for the day. Enjoy the magnificent beaches and stunning coastal walks before eating and drinking your way around the energetic harbour.

Newquay

One of Cornwall’s most popular seaside destinations, Newquay is just a 20-minute drive from Bedruthan Steps. With no shortage of attractions in Newquay, you could easily spend a week here and not get bored. It’s especially renowned for its water sporting activities, with surf schools prevalent on most beaches.

Tintagel

If ancients ruins, legendary history, and dramatic coastal views sound up your street, you mustn’t miss visiting Tintagel. It’s an extraordinary and exciting place with some of the best landscapes that we encountered during all our time in Cornwall. It’s also really easy to camp in Tintagel, so be sure to include this spot on your Cornwall itinerary!

Enjoy Your Bedruthan Steps Camping Trip!

That concludes our guide on camping near Bedruthan Steps. If you have any questions, feel free to drop them in the comments. Otherwise, we wish you safe and happy travels.

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