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River and lake campsites in Loire

Campsites and bungalows in Loire (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes)

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Cool off in the middle of nature. These campsites by rivers, lakes and reservoirs in Loire are ideal for swimming, fishing and water sports away from the coast.

Loire has 15 river and lake campsites in our guide, spread along rivers, reservoirs and inland lakes. You will find them in towns such as Chazelles-sur-Lyon, Saint-Genest-Malifaux and Saint-Paul-de-Vézelin.

15 river and lake campsites in Loire in our guide.

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15 campsites · 15 towns · 12 published calendars for 2026.

See, for example, the pages of Camping du Moulin Brûlé, Camping municipal de la Croix de Garry, Camping d'Arpheuilles.

How many campsites are in this selection?

This page brings together 15 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 15 towns with a registered name. Those with the most campsites are Chazelles-sur-Lyon (1), Saint-Genest-Malifaux (1), Saint-Paul-de-Vézelin (1), Charlieu (1), Saint-Pierre-de-Bœuf (1).

What other facilities do these campsites list?

pool: 13; bungalows: 12; restaurant: 5; playground: 4; dogs allowed: 7; wifi: 7. 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?

12 of the 15 have a year-round or seasonal calendar published for 2026; 1 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 Loire?

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.

River and lake campsites in Loire

Camping du Moulin Brûlé in Chazelles-sur-Lyon

Camping du Moulin Brûlé

Chazelles-sur-Lyon

From 1 April to 28 September

Camping municipal de la Croix de Garry in Saint-Genest-Malifaux

Camping municipal de la Croix de Garry

Saint-Genest-Malifaux

From 11 April to 11 October

Camping d'Arpheuilles in Saint-Paul-de-Vézelin

Camping d'Arpheuilles

Saint-Paul-de-Vézelin

From 17 April to 6 September

Camping de Charlieu (Parc de Charlieu) in Charlieu

Camping de Charlieu (Parc de Charlieu)

Charlieu

All year round

Camping de la Lône in Saint-Pierre-de-Bœuf

Camping de la Lône

Saint-Pierre-de-Bœuf

From 1 April to 30 September

Camping de la Route Bleue in Balbigny

Camping de la Route Bleue

Balbigny

From 1 April to 15 October

Camping Bel'Epoque du Pilat in Pélussin

Camping Bel'Epoque du Pilat

Pélussin

From 20 April to 30 September

Camping Seasonova Val de Coise in Saint-Galmier

Camping Seasonova Val de Coise

Saint-Galmier

From 26 March to 26 September

Camping L'Orée du Lac in Villerest

Camping L'Orée du Lac

Villerest

From 25 April to 20 September

Camping de la Pra in Saint-Germain-Laval

Camping de la Pra

Saint-Germain-Laval

From 15 April to 15 October

Camping de Mars in Cordelle

Camping de Mars

Cordelle

From 11 April to 11 October

Camping de l'Aix (Pommiers-en-Forez) in Pommiers

Camping de l'Aix (Pommiers-en-Forez)

Pommiers

From 21 March to 1 November

Camping L'Astrée (Onlycamp) in Bourg-Argental

Camping L'Astrée (Onlycamp)

Bourg-Argental

From 20 March to 1 November