Tregonetha Lake
Tregonetha Lake
4.95 /5
Please note that this is a pop-up campsite, open for a limited number of days each year.
An ideal base for exploring Cornwall, Tregonetha Lake is a small family and dog friendly site within 20 minutes of Newquay, Padstow, Mawgan Porth and the Eden Project! Non electric grass tent pitches enjoy glorious views over the two acre coarse fishing lake, with cosy furnished bell tents for glampers. The site provides a wild, off-grid escape from the crowds, whilst still being just a 15 minute drive from sandy beaches and popular attractions!
Overall runner up of Best Newcomer Award in our 2024 Camping and Glamping Awards
Two acre coarse fishing lake and nature walks with fire pits to hire for evenings under the stars
A 15 minute drive to the coast, within 20 minutes of Newquay, Padstow and the Eden Project!
Family and dog friendly site with lakeside pitches and bell tents
About Tregonetha Lake
This is a small, peaceful site surrounded by wild Cornish countryside and open farmland. There is a beautiful two acre coarse fishing lake too, ideal for keen anglers! The 15 non electric grass pitches are located on a two acre field which overlooks the lake. The site operates a "choose where you want to pitch" basis for tents and trailer tents, with each pitch allowing up to six guests. There are also woodland pitches suitable for tents or hammocks with no vehicle access. If glamping is more your style, opt for a stay in one of the cosy bell tents. The 5m standard tents include a king size bed and bedding, plus the option of two single air beds. There is also a low level table, a mirror, one rechargeable lantern, bunting, a door mat, a rug and a fire pit for evenings in the open. There is also the option of a basic bell tent which has four air beds, you will need to bring everything else with you including bedding and bed linen. Or you could opt for the luxury furnished lakeside bell tents. These 5m bell tents come with beds configured to your request, as well as bedding, towels and a fully equipped camp kitchen with a gas stove. Outside you will find a BBQ, fire pit and picnic bench- the perfect set up for that al fresco dining experience! While on site you can enjoy lakeside nature walks and fishing. The fishing lake, which can be booked onsite at an extra cost, is home to common, mirror, crucian and ghost carp as well as roach and rudd. The biggest common carp so far has been 14lb but who knows what else lies beneath? Is there a 30 year old monster in there? Canine companions can also join you for your stay, with up to two pups permitted per pitch and in the bell tents. Campers are also welcome to bring along their own BBQ or fire pit for toasting marshmallows, just please ensure to keep them raised from the ground.
Tregonetha Lake is open from 17th- 21st April and then from 7th July to 31st August.
There are compost toilets, hot showers, vanity sinks, washing up sinks and a drinking water tap for you to use. Fire pits are available to hire with logs available onsite. The site is off-grid, but there is a charging service in reception and good 4G coverage.
You can replenish supplies at the Co-op in St Columb Major, a ten minute drive away where there are also a couple of pubs, fish and chip shops and a Chinese takeaway. The Lookout Restaurant and Lounge at Retallack Resort is also a five minute drive away.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 25 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
12 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Spacious grass pitches overlooking the lake without electric, suitable for tents and trailer tents only.
3 x Non Electric Grass Caravan Pitches
Max 6 people
Spacious grass pitches overlooking the lake without electric, suitable for caravans up to 4m only.
Other accommodation
5 x Non Electric Woodland Pitches
Max 5 people
Pitches set in the woodland suitable for small or medium tents or hammocks only. Please note there is no vehicle access but wheelbarrows are provided for luggage. Facilities are a short walk away.
4.95 /5
100%
would recommend
"The setting around the fishing lake was beautiful! The location was perfect"
Millie B - Aug 2024
"From the moment we arrived, the campsite was amazing"
Edward T - Aug 2024
"The toilet/washing facilities are spotless and look like something out of a fairytale"
Joseph T - Aug 2024
A slice of paradise!
Recommends site
Charlotte P
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Our family of three and our two dogs recently stayed in the Kingfisher Tent at Tregonetha Lake, and we had the most wonderful experience! The tent was spacious, cosy, and well-equipped, offering us a perfect blend of comfort and the charm of camping in nature. We loved waking up to the peaceful sounds of birds chirping and stepping outside to take in the beautiful views of the lake. Our little one especially enjoyed exploring the surrounding greenery and watching the wildlife around the water. The setting was incredibly relaxing, and it was the perfect place for our family to unwind and spend quality time together. Whether we were walking along the lake's edge or simply sitting by the water with a cup of tea, we felt completely at peace. The Kingfisher Tent gave us a wonderful connection to the outdoors without sacrificing comfort, making it an ideal getaway for families. Mel & Tom were helpful and accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. We can't wait to come back for another stay—it truly felt like a little slice of paradise!
Lovely, eco-friendly site
Recommends site
Adele D
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Located 15 mins from Newquay, the site is clean with a lovely lake. Mel and Tom were always on hand if we needed anything. Tent was a really good size and all the facilities were immaculately clean.
Lovely campsite
Recommends site
Louise C
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Lovely campsite. Kept very clean and tidy. Staff very friendly and helpful. Communication from them was also brilliant. Lovely lake for children to fish. Would recommend and come back.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the St Columb Major area
The site is the perfect place to switch off and unwind. Guests can enjoy a spot of fishing or head out on a scenic lakeside nature walk.
When the sun is shining, a trip to the beach is a must. Just a 15 minute drive away you will find the sandy shoreline of Mawgan Porth Beach, with the popular spots of Newquay and Porth Beach within a 20 minute drive too.
Padstow (20 minutes) is the perfect day out for foodies. Home to delicious seafood restaurants and pastry shops you will return to the site with a happy stomach! The harbour is also a great spot to watch the world go by, with boat trips available too.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Camel Creek Family Adventure Park (10 minutes)
- The Eden Project (20 minutes)
- Lappa Valley (20 minutes)
- Newquay Zoo (20 minutes)
- The Lost Gardens of Heligan (30 minutes)
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