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Cool off in the middle of nature. These campsites by rivers, lakes and reservoirs in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes are ideal for swimming, fishing and water sports away from the coast.
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes has 524 river and lake campsites in our guide, spread along rivers, reservoirs and inland lakes.
524 river and lake campsites in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in our guide. We show 120: featured ones first, then the most visited.
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524 campsites · 366 towns · 284 published calendars for 2026.
See, for example, the pages of Camping de la Bageasse, Camping du Lion, Camping Arc en Ciel.
How many campsites are in this selection?
This page brings together 524 campsites included in our guide. The count refers to this selection, not to all the campsites in the area.
Which towns are they in?
The selection includes 366 towns with a registered name. Those with the most campsites are Vallon-Pont-d'Arc (11), Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (9), Rosières (8), Berrias-et-Casteljau (7), Sampzon (6).
What other facilities do these campsites list?
pool: 293; bungalows: 393; restaurant: 231; playground: 208; dogs allowed: 155; wifi: 201. A campsite can count in several groups. Check the conditions for each type of accommodation on its page; a facility that is not listed is not necessarily forbidden or missing.
How many have a published calendar for 2026?
284 of the 524 have a year-round or seasonal calendar published for 2026; 17 are listed as open all year round. For the rest we do not count a complete calendar here. The campsite dates do not guarantee that the pool, restaurant or other facilities are available for the whole period, or that there are places. Confirm your stay with the campsite.
Frequently asked questions
Which river or lake campsites are there in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?
We list campsites by rivers, lakes, ponds or reservoirs, with their location, facilities and photos.
Can you swim in the river or lake at the campsite?
It depends on each location and on local regulations. Check the campsite page and the instructions of the campsite itself before swimming.
