Enjoying a camping area in a natural space, away from pollution and the hustle and bustle of big cities, is a privilege available to most. Contemplating the millions of stars in the sky, telling stories by the light of the moon, and having breakfast with the smell of wet grass at dawn… Undoubtedly a pleasant experience for all those who enjoy contact with nature.
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Regulations: camping in the Valencian Region
Camping in nature in the Valencian Community is an activity regulated by law, which requires prior authorization in both camping areas and itinerant camping. As a general rule, camping is only allowed in the so-called free camping areas, which are areas prepared for this purpose, prior reservation and authorization by the interested parties (so the name of free camping, in fact, is a bit confusing). If you want to read more about the regulations, you can do so here.
As for the areas of free camping zones, there are some regulated by the Generalitat Valenciana, and others dependent on the Diputación de Alicante. The latter are the natural areas of Alicante Natura. For those seeking more comfort, we can resort to hostels, cabins, campsites and other facilities that make it possible to enjoy camping in the province of Alicante.
Free Camping Areas and Campgrounds in the province of Alicante
Below, I have compiled the camping areas, hostels, shelters and campsites in the province of Alicante, sorted by population.
I hope you find it useful, and if you think I have forgotten any camping or camping area, do not hesitate to write me. Enjoy!
List of Hostels - Campgrounds - Refuges - Camping Sites - in the province of Alicante
LIST BY POPULATION
Alcoi
Camping area in the Font Roja Natural Park. In the vicinity of the visitor center of the natural park. Regulated camping area, with a maximum capacity of 20 tents.
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Alfafara
Font del Tarragó Hostel. In the heart of the Serra de Mariola. Capacity for 40 people (two rooms for 10 people, two rooms for 6, one room for 8 and another one adapted for people with reduced mobility and with its own toilet).
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Benissa
Marnes Refuge. Located on the north face of the Serra de Bèrnia, this agritourism has different accommodation options. One of them is a luxurious tent with its own bathroom and kitchen, which is part of the “glamping” category.
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Benitatxell
Dreamsea Mediterranean Camp. Luxury camping (glamping) located in El Poble Nou de Benitatxell, with swimming pool and garden. Bicycles available to guests; pets accepted. Ideal to combine with the hiking route of the Benitatxell Cliffs.
Biar
Complejo Rural las Lomas. Rural accommodation with swimming pool, restaurant and activities ideal for children and families.
Lomas de Jara and Cova Negra. In the middle of the Sierra de la Fontanella, we find these facilities that consist of a shelter for groups with capacity for 20 people, and three cabins for 4 people with bunk beds. There is a common area with toilets, a kitchen prepared for gas fires, a camping area with capacity for 120 people, fountains and tables. The space is managed by the Conselleria de Medio Ambiente.
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Bocairent (Valencia)
Camping Bungalows Mariola. In the heart of the Serra de Mariola, between the provinces of Alicante and Valencia, and within the municipality of Bocairent (Valencia). Ideal to combine with hiking trails in the area.
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Calp
Recreational and camping area Serra d’Oltà (Oltamar Park). Located in the Serra d’Oltà, it has a fire pit with grills, sink area, toilets, tables with benches, playground, camping area and two parking areas. More information and contact telephone numbers.
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Campello, El
Camping Bon Sol. Located 100 meters from the beach of San Juan – Muchavista, it offers plots and bungalows. Very close to the beach-can “Punta del Riu”.
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Castalla
Xorret de Catí recreational area
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Castell de Castells
Camping area “El Castellet”, located on the outskirts of the town, in the Sierra de la Xortà. For further information, please contact us.
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Banyeres de Mariola
Camping area Molí l’Ombria. Controlled camping area, equipped with toilets, showers, children’s games, etc.
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Guardamar del Segura
Marjal Guardamar Resort. Ideal campsite for families. It offers indoor and outdoor swimming pool and bungalows with air conditioning, free WiFi and satellite TV. What to see in Guardamar.
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Ibi
Recreational and camping area of San Pascual. The camping area has capacity for 20 tents, and is equipped with tables, benches, toilets, showers and sinks. Permission must be requested in advance, in writing, from the Ibi Town Hall. For further information, please contact us.
Chámbit. Area for caravans and motorhomes, and bio-healthy circuit. Located within the urban area, but surrounded by nature. Capacity for 60 caravans and motorhomes. More information.
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Monforte del Cid
Orito camping area. Located in the foothills of the Sierra de las Águilas. It has kitchens, toilets, and about 60 plots for tents.
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Petrer
Rincón Bello recreation and camping area
Adapted hostel L’Avaiol. Fully accessible adapted hostel with capacity for 36 people (two rooms for users and two for monitors). Kitchen, adapted toilets, hot water, heating. Elevator, television and washing machine.
Caprala Camp and Ferrussa Farm
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Pilar de la Horadada
Camping Lo Monte. Familiar and quiet environment, close to the sea. Adapted for people with reduced mobility.
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Sax
El Plano Camping Area. Controlled camping area with toilets, showers, children’s games, etc.
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Tàrbena
Can Elisa Safari Tent. Luxurious Safari gampling tent with capacity for two people. Unbeatable location overlooking the Sierra de Bernia.
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Tormos
Natural space La Costera del Moll. It has, among other facilities, seven single-storey rural cabins, with attached uncovered patio. Each cabin can accommodate 4 people, and has two bunk beds, a stove, and a patio with a sink with drinking water. There is also a building with communal toilets and hot water showers. More information: Ayto. Tormos, Tel. 965 376 231 / 676 490 701
Vall d’Alcalà
La Vall Tourist Campground. Camping area managed by the Generalitat Valenciana. Services: toilets and hot water showers, sink, sinks for washing clothes, bar, grocery store and barbecues. 60 large and 60 small plots. Swings and playground. Large pool and small pool.
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Vall d’Ebo
Ecoburropark Refuge. A curious hotel located in the middle of nature, whose rooms are tents with all the comforts. Activities such as horseback riding and hiking are offered.
Refugi la Figuereta. 40 places. Open from September 15 to June 15.
Camping area Vall d’Ebo. 400 places, with bathrooms, showers, changing rooms, barbecues and individual points of light and water.
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Vall de Laguar
Camping Vall de Laguar. It has plots, bungalows, wooden houses and swimming pool.
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Vila Joiosa, La
Camping el Torres, located next to the Torres Beach, start of the hiking route“El Sendero de la Costa de la Vila Joiosa“.
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Villena
Peñas del Sol Natural Area. In this natural space we find an old farmhouse restored and converted into a hostel. It has 4 bedrooms, with total capacity for 16 people. It is equipped with kitchen, toilets, living room with fireplace and barbecue. There is also an independent shelter for 8 people with toilet.
Laws and Regulations:
Camping in the Valencian Region
As we have already said, to be able to camp in nature in the Valencian Community Region we need prior authorization, both in authorized camping areas and in itinerant camping sites.
Let’s take a look at what the regulations say about it:
Decree 233/1994, of November 8, 1994.
CHAPTER II: Rules of general application
Article 3
- Camping and stays in the forests or forest lands of the Valencian Community are prohibited, except in the areas authorized for this purpose by the Department of the Environment.
- Itinerant camping sites must be authorized by the Conselleria de Medio Ambiente.
Article four
In camping areas, recreational areas and authorized itinerant camping sites, the general measures for fire prevention established in the regulations provided by the Department of the Environment shall apply.
Article Five
As a general preventive measure, in camping areas, recreational areas and authorized itinerant campsites, it is forbidden to light fires with any type of fuel.
Notwithstanding the above paragraph, duly designed and authorized facilities for the use of fire for cooking purposes, which form
part of camping areas or authorized recreational areas, may be used, except on days when the danger index is extreme, in
accordance with the applicable regulations.
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It is the responsibility of the owner of the camping area or recreational area, with the cooperation of the users, to collect the solid waste generated.
Article Seven
In authorized camping areas, recreational areas and itinerant camping sites:
1. The use of noise-producing elements or activities is prohibited when they may alter the habits of wildlife or harm the normal coexistence of
users.
The flora and fauna of the area shall be respected, in accordance with Law 4/1989, of March 27, 1989, on the Conservation of Natural Spaces and Wild Flora and Fauna.
3. The use of motor vehicles shall be carried out in accordance with Decree 183/1994, of September 1, 1994, of the Valencian Government, which regulates the circulation of vehicles in forest lands.
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CHAPTER VI. Itinerant encampments
Itinerant camping is understood to be those motivated by organized marches in forest lands, of groups formed by a maximum number of nine people and three tents.
Article twenty-two
- Itinerant camping will be carried out respecting property rights and land use.
- Overnight stays in the same place are allowed for one night only, and the tents must be taken down after the night has elapsed.
Article twenty-three
- Applications for itinerant camping in accordance with the model in Annex 11, shall contain at least:
a) Name and surname, ID number, address and telephone number of the person in charge of the group, who shall always be a person of legal age.
b) Number of participants and their ages.
c) Description of the itinerary to be followed and planned places to spend the night, with their location on a map to scale 1:50,000.
d) Start and end date of the itinerant camping. - Applications must be made at least fifteen calendar days prior to the start of the activity.
- The resolution of the application corresponds to the territorial director of the Conselleria de Medio Ambiente of the province through which most of the route runs. If
is not answered within ten calendar days, the application will be considered rejected.
Article twenty-four
The campers will move the waste derived from the itinerant camping activity to those places where there are containers or dumpsters expressly arranged for its collection.
More information on the website of the Generalitat Valenciana.
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Links of interest
➡️ Alicante Natura. Network of natural spaces with recreational facilities in the province of Alicante. Managed by the Diputación de Alicante.
