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Campsites and accommodation in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc for your canoe trip
Are you planning your Ardèche canoe trip and looking for somewhere to sleep before, during or after your route?
We've handpicked the best accommodation near our put-in points: riverside campsites, gîtes in the heart of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, quirky eco-lodges and charming hotels.
All our partners understand the demands canoeists face : shuttle times, gear storage, quick meals, and will know how to welcome you in the best possible conditions.
Campsites near the Ardèche gorges
For lovers of the great outdoors, the campsites around Vallon-Pont-d'Arc offer an ideal setting: the river within easy reach, nights under the stars and a journey to the put-in points in just a few minutes.
Camp des Gorges: the riverside campsite, 5 minutes from Vallon
Located on the Route des Gorges in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Camp des Gorges is the closest campsite to our departures.
Its major asset: direct access to the River Ardèche from the site.
With 78 shaded pitches, 10 mobile homes, 9 chalets and a 6-person gîte with a river-view terrace, it suits families and groups alike.
- Restaurant and snack bar on site
- Perfect for recovering after a day's paddling
- 3-star campsite
📍 5898 Route des Gorges, 07150 Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
Huttopia Sud Ardèche: nature camping on a grand scale
In Vagnas, a 10-minute drive from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Huttopia Sud Ardèche stretches across 14 hectares of unspoilt nature.
The Huttopia brand is known for its original accommodation:
- Trapper tents
- Cabins
- Toronto chalets
- La Cahutte: a wooden yurt for a quirky overnight stay
- Two outdoor pools, one of them heated
- A forest spa with a sauna
- A café-restaurant with homemade pizzas and fresh bread
Ideal for a multi-day getaway combining canoeing with family relaxation.
📍 145 Route d'Orgnac, 07150 Vagnas
Camping Les Pins d'Ucel: a panoramic view over the Ardèche valley
Nestled on the heights of Ucel, 15 minutes from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, this 3-star Ushuaïa Villages campsite offers a panoramic view over the whole valley.
- Five chalet models
- Three mobile-home models
- Spacious pitches for tents and motorhomes.
- The pool overlooking the valley is a must after a day on the water.
- Entertainment and themed evenings in season.
📍 35 route de Bréchignac, 07200 Ucel
Camping L'Oasis: the small family campsite with a heated pool
With just 21 pitches, l'Oasis is a campsite on a human scale, perfect for families wanting to escape the big complexes.
- Large heated pool and jacuzzi
- Pétanque court
- Barbecue available
- Snack bar with homemade pizzas
- Direct access to the greenway for cycling
- Shops less than 200 metres away.
Ideally located close to Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Ruoms and Balazuc.
📍 144 route de Ruoms, 07120 Grospierres
Camping Les Plans: the 4-star campsite by the Gardon, in the Cévennes
By the Gardon de Mialet, in the heart of the Cévennes National Park, Camping Les Plans is a family-run 4-star campsite less than 5 km from Saint-Jean-du-Gard and 9 km from Anduze. A great option for combining an Ardèche trip with discovering the Gard.
- Mobile homes, bungalows, chalets and cottages to rent for 2 to 6 people
- A water park with two pools, a slide, a paddling pool and a heated pool
- Direct access to the river for swimming
- Family entertainment: music nights, karaoke, shows
- Nearby: fishing, canoeing, climbing, horse riding, the Trabuc cave and the Pont du Gard
📍 Mialet, 30140 (Gard)
Gîtes and quirky accommodation in the Ardèche
Gîtes Le Parc: 11 gîtes in the heart of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
Set in a beautiful 18th-century building, Gîtes Le Parc are literally in the heart of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc.
- Eleven fully equipped gîtes
- A private park of more than 2,500 m²
- A pool
- Shaded terraces
- Barbecues
- Play areas.
Handy for groups or families wanting to combine independence (a fully equipped kitchen) with being close to the activities.
📍 30 avenue Jean Jaurès, 07150 Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
En Terre Happy: quirky eco-gîtes in the southern Ardèche
For an out-of-the-ordinary stay, En Terre Happy offers quirky eco-gîtes immersed in the nature of the southern Ardèche.
- Eco-gîtes built from natural materials (earth, wood, straw)
- Total immersion in nature, in a peaceful setting
- Unusual, adaptable accommodation, ideal for groups
- A solar-heated pool and wellness facilities
- Right next to the Gorges de l'Ardèche and the canoe trips
An ideal spot to extend the adventure of your canoe trip in an authentic, responsible setting.
📍 804 route d'Orgnac, 07150 Labastide-de-Virac
Ô Sigau: quirky, eco-friendly accommodation in the heart of the garrigue
In Lagorce, a few minutes from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Ô Sigau offers quirky, eco-friendly accommodation in the heart of the Ardèche garrigue. Sidonie and Cédric welcome you here "as if you were at home" on a private 5,000 m² plot, in a peaceful, unspoilt setting.
- The Dome: a glamping night beneath the starry vault
- The Hut: sleeping outdoors, under cover, in a bohemian atmosphere
- The Caravan: a fully renovated minimalist space
- A shared pool (May to September) and a Norwegian hot tub (October to April)
- A summer kitchen, a solar shower, and breakfast / aperitif platters filled with fresh local produce
An ideal spot to extend the adventure of your canoe trip in a natural, authentic spirit.
📍 07150 Lagorce
Holiday residences and rentals
Résidence Odalys Le Domaine des Hauts de Salavas: holiday apartments 5 minutes from Vallon
In Salavas, right next to Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, the Odalys Le Domaine des Hauts de Salavas resort offers fully equipped holiday apartments, just a stone's throw from our put-in points.
- Air-conditioned 1- and 2-bedroom apartments in cottages, with a terrace or balcony
- An equipped kitchenette (fridge, microwave, hob) in each unit
- Two outdoor pools, one with a slide
- Seasonal entertainment for the whole family
📍 Salavas, 07150
Hotels in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc and the Ardèche
Le Clos Charmant: the hotel-restaurant 200 m from the centre of Vallon
A stone's throw from the centre of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Le Clos Charmant is the most convenient hotel option for canoeists.
- 9 air-conditioned rooms
- A private pool
- A shaded terrace
- A bar
- A restaurant serving fresh local produce
- Bike hire on site to explore the gorges another way
Sophie and Grégory welcome you from February to November.
📍 66 boulevard Peschaire Alizon, 07150 Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
Hôtel du Couvent de Vagnas: a charming hotel between gorges and nature
A former 17th-century convent turned characterful hotel, Le Couvent de Vagnas offers:
- 29 rooms and suites
- A 2-hectare park
- A pool from May to September
- A gourmet restaurant
- A wellness area
- An inner courtyard shaded by hundred-year-old lime trees.
Set between the Ardèche gorges and the Cèze valley, it's the ideal address for a stay that blends aquatic adventure with Provençal elegance.
📍 La Boissière, 07150 Vagnas
Grand Hôtel de l'Europe: thermal charm in Vals-les-Bains
In Vals-les-Bains, a spa town in an exceptional setting, the Grand Hôtel de l'Europe is a characterful historic establishment. An ideal option if you'd like to combine an Ardèche trip with a restorative stay in a spa town.- A charming hotel in Art Deco style with a historic atmosphere
- Located right in the centre of Vals-les-Bains, close to the thermal baths
- Renovated rooms with modern comfort and tasteful décor
- Quick access to activities: the baths, the town centre and nature
- Free parking and Wi-Fi included for a practical stay
Partner activities
6fly: skydiving over Provence, 1 hour from the gorges
Fancy a thrill to round out your stay? At Avignon-Pujaut airfield in the Gard, the 6fly skydiving school offers you the big jump over one of the largest drop zones in France.
- Tandem jumps, first jumps or AFF courses (Accelerated Free Fall)
- Jumps from 4,000 m: 50 seconds of free fall at over 200 km/h, then around 8 minutes under the canopy
- Open from March to November, Wednesday to Sunday
- Prices: tandem from €295, AFF course from €1,595
- About 1 hour from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc: the perfect activity to extend the adventure up in the sky
📍 Aérodrome de Pujaut, Route du camp d'aviation, 30131 Pujaut
Where to sleep for a 2-day canoe trip?
If you choose our two-day trip with a bivouac, you'll spend the night at one of the official bivouac sites in the Ardèche gorges.
In that case, accommodation for the night before departure is needed: the Camp des Gorges or the Gîtes Le Parc, both in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, are the most convenient choices : you'll be less than 10 minutes from our base.
FAQ: useful information for planning your stay
Where to go in the Ardèche gorges?
Vallon-Pont-d'Arc is the essential gateway: all our put-in points are nearby, and the town brings together shops, restaurants and accommodation. For a quieter stay, the villages of Vagnas, Ruoms and Balazuc offer an authentic setting 15–20 minutes away.
Where to swim in the Ardèche gorges?
The River Ardèche itself is the ideal swimming ground all along the routes. The natural beaches at Vallon-Pont-d'Arc and the Pont d'Arc are very popular in summer.
Where to go in the Ardèche as a family?
The Ardèche combines canoeing, swimming, medieval villages and prehistoric caves (the Chauvet cave). A stay of 3 to 5 days lets you explore it all.
Capture your canoe trip in the Ardèche gorges
The photos are available online after your outing.
Photo7: the official photographer of Ardèche canoe trips
Photo7 works with Aventure Canoës, with the support of the Vallon-Pont-d'Arc Tourist Office.
During your trip, their photographers capture your moments on the water. The images are then available to download on their platform, organised by trip date (archives available from 2020 to 2026).
📍 22 boulevard Peschaire Alizon, 07150 Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
GS Image: photos and mementos of your trip through the gorges
Based on the Route de Vallon in Lagorce, the professional photographers at GS Image spread out across the gorges to capture your action and emotion during the trip.
Photo reports, prints and photo developing available. Find your photos directly on their online platform.
📍 3521 Route de Vallon, 07150 Lagorce
