Can you camp anywhere on Dartmoor?

From the rolling forests in the centre of the park to the dramatic open plains of the north, you can camp pretty much anywhere on Dartmoor. Just check ahead before you go and ensure that you don’t pitch on private land.

Can you wild camp in Dartmoor Forest?

For the wild campers of England, Dartmoor has to be a dream location because its bylaws allow wild camping (but not camp fires) in some allocated areas. You’re going to need a rucksack for this one as camping next to the road or in camper vans is not permitted.

Do you need permission to camp on Dartmoor?

If you love the outdoors and getting close to nature, you can’t get much closer than wild camping. However, wild camping isn’t allowed everywhere. Even common or open access land has restrictions on it and requires permission from the landowner.

Can you still wild camp on Dartmoor?

What is backpack or wild camping? If you can carry everything you need in your backpack as part of a Dartmoor walking expedition, you can backpack camp for one or two nights in some areas of open moorland, well away from roads or settlements using a ‘no impact’ approach.

Where do you park when wild camping in Dartmoor?

The Best Campsites in Dartmoor

  • River Dart Country Park. This family-friendly campsite is not only located in some of Dartmoor’s most stunning scenery, it also has a wide array of activities available due to being part of a 90 acre water and adventure park!
  • Hennock Hideaways Campsite.
  • Ashbourne Woods.
  • Runnage Farm.

Can you scatter ashes on Dartmoor?

May I scatter the ashes of my relative on Dartmoor? There are no rules but we would ask that you exercise discretion and not scatter them at a popular site and/or at a busy time; there should be no flowers or permanent memorial and if it is off the common then landowner permission should be sought.

Can you sleep in your car on Dartmoor?

Vehicles may be left unattended overnight in our car parks at your own risk. Please note that the occupation of vehicles overnight is not permitted and is enforced under National Park byelaws.

What are the rules about wild camping in Dartmoor?

How can I wild camp?

  • You can backpack camp on some parts of Dartmoor.
  • No overnight stays in vehicles, campervans or motorhomes.
  • No large tents or large groups camping.
  • Leave no trace – don’t light fires and remember to take all your rubbish home with you.

Can you have BBQ on Dartmoor?

Where can we have a picnic? On the open moorland there are no restrictions on where you can have a picnic. Please leave no trace, do not light any fires or leave any litter.

Do you have to pick up dog poop on Dartmoor?

Animals will eat them or smaller wildlife will get stuck inside them, in both cases this can be fatal. Please bag your dog poo and take it home with you, we don’t provide dog bins. You can hang the bag on your rear wiper or tow hitch to take it home ‘odour free’.