Dorset is a county that is full of plenty of quality campsites, but what are ranked among the best according to the people who visit them?

Whether you looking for a place where you can sleep under canvas, in a caravan or in a Shepherd's Hut you are pretty much spoiled for choice in the county.

Using the review site TripAdvisor there are a few campsites that are ranked more highly than others which we have listed below.

All the campsites featured have a minimum of a 4.5/5 rating on the site.

5 of the best campsites in Dorset

South Lytchett Manor Caravan and Camping Park

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Address: Dorchester Road Lytchett Minster, Poole, BH16 6JB

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 1,313 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "Excellent well-kept site. Lived up to expectations. Large pitches with good service connections. Good drainage even during the very wet second Easter week. Good fast wifi. TV reception varied and took a bit of aerial adjustments but finally OK (TV feeds available on the top price pitches)."

Longthorns Farm

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Address: Longthorns Farm, Wareham, BH20 6HH

Tripadvisor rating: 5/5 (from 390 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "Just got back from a few nights at the Campsite. What a lovely site. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Clean toilets and showers. The weather was rubbish but Rich was more than happy to move us after our awning had taken a battering. Lovely site. Thanks."

Bagwell Farm Touring Park

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Address: Bagwell Farm Knights in the Bottom Chickerell, Weymouth, DT3 4EA

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 490 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "Highly recommended! The pitch was a perfect size for our Vw transporter Very clean site, and the shower block near the shop is exceptional! Everything is cleaned regularly and if you are looking for a quiet holiday with a sea view then this is the park to be on."

Higher Moor Farm

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Address: Nottington Lane Nottington, Weymouth, DT3 4BW

Tripadvisor rating: 5/5 (from 635 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "This was our first stay here and it was amazing, clean, friendly, staff were very helpful, entertainment was great, fully stocked shop. Secure, beautiful views, The manager Daniel was so cheerful, Was lovely to see him dancing away with guests at the entertainment evening. Had a real family feel to the whole place."

Pineapple Farm Holidays

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Address: Salway Ash Pineapple Farm, Bridport, DT6 5DB

Tripadvisor rating: 5/5 (from 239 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "As usual a great stay at Pineapple but this time with improved facilities. Love the genius of the recycled washing machine drum wood burners on each pitch! We've stayed a few times before but one lady I spoke to was new & she thought it was a lovely site too. See you again soon!"