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Located on the stunning coastline of Spain’s southern shores lies Los Caños de Meca, a hidden gem waiting to be explored by adventurous travelers. This region, with golden sands and clear blue waters, has long been a sanctuary for those seeking a more serene and intimate experience away from Spain’s bustling tourist hubs. And the area is also home to some of the most picturesque campsites! Here is everything you need to know about camping in Los Canos de Meca!
Los Canos de Meca, Spain
Perched gracefully on Spain’s southern coastline, Los Caños de Meca is an enchanting enclave, often overshadowed by the country’s more celebrated destinations. Characterized by its pristine beaches, dramatic cliffs, and dense pine forests, this Andalusian gem offers a serene escape from the usual tourist trail.
Activities in Los Caños de Meca cater to both the laid-back traveler and the adventure seeker. Its golden shores are perfect for sunbathing and leisurely strolls, while the nearby La Breña Natural Park promises hiking trails with panoramic views. The waters are a magnet for surfers and kite-surfers, making it a hub for water sports.
While there are a few hotels in the area, the best way to experience the charm of Los Canos de Meca is to stay at one of the various campgrounds near the beach.
In this post, you can find 4 campsites at the Canos de Meca coastline that are worth checking out!
Sunset at Faro de Trafalgar
whether you are looking for a campground to place your own tent for one night or a glamping experience at the heart of Spain’s southern coastline, Los Caños de Meca presents a camping paradise.
If you are looking for a place away from the beaten path, where nature’s embrace meets authentic Spanish allure, you can find it here!
Here is a list of the four camp sites in and around Los Canos de Meca beach. While two of them are located in Los Canos de Meca itself, the two other ones are located closer to the coastal area of Zahora.
Zahora is great if you like to have more tourists around, and as a result, also more tourist facilities like restaurants, while Los Canos de Meca itself provides a more serene experience.
Here are the four campgrounds to choose from near Los Canos de Meca beach!
Camping Pinar San Jose is located in the center of Zahora, approximately 1 kilometer from the nearest beach.
It offers various types of bungalows which come with well-equipped kitchens and bathrooms and smaller fixed mobile homes that also come with all the amenities you need.
Aside from these accommodation options, Pinar San Jose also offers plots for people who are arriving with their own camper van or tent. Prices are very reasonable, even in high season, but real deals can be made her in low season when prices can drop to 50%.
At the campground, you can find various amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible. There is a supermarket on site and a great restaurant next to a pool, tennis courts and a children’s park. The sanitary blocks are also very clean with a separate block for men and women.
Pinar San Jose is open year-round.
Where: Location
Website: Pinar San Jose
If you are looking for a glamping experience, look no further than the camp site of Kampaoh in the center of Los Canos de Meca.
Located on the former campground of the legendary Camping Camaleón, Kampaoh Los Caños is situated in the lush heart of the La Breña Natural Park.
It is also located just a leisurely five-minute stroll away from the famed Playa del Pirata, known for being the home of the legendary beach hangout Jaima Meccarola.
There is no possibility to stay at Kampaoh with your own tent or camper van. The only accommodation options available are glamping tents which come in different sizes ranging from two to six persons.
The tents come with towels and mirror, a mosquito net, socket indoor and outdoor lighting, a table and chairs, tableware, an ice cooler box, a fan, and a padlock for the zip of the tent. Some tents also include a small fridge.
Where: Location
Website: Kampaoh
Kampaoh Trafalgar is another campsite from the Kampaoh chain located in Los Canos de Meca but closer to Faro de Trafalgar and Zahora. It is a part of the larger campground of Camping Faro de Trafalgar.
At this campsite, you can find the same glamping tents to choose from as at the campsite of Canos de Meca. Additionally, you can also find regular bungalows here and there are plots for travelers coming with their own tent or camper van.
This campsite is located only 50 meters from the beach of Los Canos de Meca and the lighthouse. Near the beach, you can find the wonderful Chiringuito “Ohana” which offers great food and also caters to vegan travelers. On the menu, you can find a vegan burger, wok, and appetisers like vegetable tempura.
Restaurante La Posada de Trafalgar is a restaurant a bit closer to the campsite that also has a great menu for vegans.
Where: Location
Website: Kampaoh & Camping Faro de Trafalgar
© Camping Canos de Meca
Camping Canos de Meca is a fourth camp site in the area that, in comparison to the Kampaoh camp sites, still provides an authentic charm.
Camping Canos de Meca is located very close to Pinar San Jose in the coastal spot, Zahora, or bit more north of Canos de Meca Beach.
It offers a wide array of bungalows that cater to any taste and budget, from wooden glamping huts to fully-equiped bungalows that are suitable for up to six people.
The glamping huts are basic but beautiful huts with a double bed and a fridge while the bungalows also come with a private kitchen and bathroom.
Plots are available for tents and camping cars and are situated in a pine forest, providing enough shade to spend your days comfortably. The plots are also separated by hedges to offer a bit more privacy.
The campsite also offers a pool, restaurants, an onsite supermarket, and barbecue areas. There is a playground for children and bike rental is available upon request.
Where: Location
Website: Camping Canos de Meca
Los Canos de Meca, Spain
There you go! We are at the end of this post about camping in Los Canos de Meca.
As you can see, there are various options to choose from and you can decide whether you brind your own camping gear or not.
If you would have me picking out a campsite out of the above mentioned locations for my next trip to Los Canos de Meca, I think I would go for Pinar San Jose or Camping Canos de Meca.
As a conscious traveler, I love to stay at authentic places, and the commercial Glamping experience that Kampaoh is offering looks great but is not my thing.
That said, let me know in the comments below what your experience was staying at one of these campsites, or drop me a message through my contact page if you have any questions about Los Canos de Meca.
Also, don’t forget to check out my resources page with my favorite booking platforms and tips to start planning your trip. Additionally, have a look at my favorite travel gear if you want to pack more consciously!
ENJOY!
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Hi! I am Annelies and this is Travelers & Dreamers, a blog about conscious travel which means traveling in a more mindful way, with a positive impact on the world and yourself!
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