🏕️ Wild Camping Around Antalya, Kaş, Fethiye
- Ezgi Balkan
- Jul 7
- 3 min read
Looking for wild camping spots between Antalya and Fethiye? You’re in for a treat. This stunning stretch of Turkey’s coastline is packed with natural beauty, from pine-covered mountains to crystal-clear coves. Whether you're carrying your tent on your back or driving a camper van, there are unforgettable places to sleep under the stars—some hidden in lush forests, others perched above the sea. In this guide, we’ve gathered some of the best wild and semi-wild camping areas along the route from Antalya to Kaş and Fethiye, including local tips, exact locations, and a few favorite insider spots. Get ready to reconnect with nature and wake up to views you’ll never forget. 🌄🏕️ 📍 Please find the Google Maps list including all the listed areas below!
1. Butterfly Valley (Kelebekler Vadisi) – Near Ölüdeniz, Fethiye
Access & setup: Only reachable by boat (from Ölüdeniz/Fethiye) or via a steep rappel hike.
Camping: Beach tents or basic wooden huts provided by the cooperative; shared facilities and limited electricity.
Highlights: Waterfall hikes, butterfly caves, snorkeling, yoga workshops, campfire conversations—all in a protected valley edged by 350 m cliffs.
2. Kabak Bay – Between Ölüdeniz and Kaş
Wild camping: Beyond the organized campgrounds, you can find forested hillsides perfect for stealth camping .
Vibe: A laid-back bay famed for its turquoise water, cliffs, and eco‑vibe—ideal for unwinding with views and peaceful trails.
3. Ölüdeniz Beach Area – Fethiye region
Wild beachfront spots: Backpackers report pitching on the sand at Oludeniz; legality is a grey area, but low key and stunning at dawn.
Perks: Arise to calm lagoon scenes and paddle-friendly, morning light.
4. Fethiye Peninsula Forests – Near Fethiye Center
To be clear, near here.
Local recommendation: Hidden woodland-savannah just outside town, popular with locals for cozy fires and starlit nights.
Note: No facilities—bring water, supplies, and respect the environment.
5. Saklıkent Canyon – ~50 km north of Fethiye
Spot: Enter canyon close to Fethiye; while primarily day‑use, spots at the forest edge allow trekking‑camp setups.
Extras: Incredible canyoning with waterfalls and secluded streams—camp near the entrance and enjoy a morning canyon hike.
6. Mount Güllük‑Termessos NP – Near Antalya
To be honest, his is a mountain and people seem to be camping around.
Wild option: Spacious woodlands with hiking trails and picnic areas; ideal for tent camping next to ancient ruins.
Bonus: Combine history + hiking; expect a magical sunset in the pine forest.
7. Olympos / Beydağları Coastal NP – Between Antalya & Çıralı
Semi-wild experience: Dense forests with crystal-clear streams and few designated clearings for tents in the national park .
Charm: Ancient Lycian ruins right beside your camp; you may encounter chamois or lynx.
8. Patara Coast – West of Kaş
Wild beach camping: Vast sandy shores (an ancient site) allow off-the-grid pitching on the beach.
Feature: Waking up to birds, dunes, and sea breeze.
9. Gömbe Highlands – Near Kaş
Cool-altitude camping: Near Yeşil Göl, Uçarsu waterfall—grassy clearings and natural cold springs.
Plus: Peaceful, culturally rich, and distinctly cooler than the coast.
10. Köprülü Canyon NP – East of Antalya
Blend of wild and facilities: Riverbank sites with rafting—camp under tall trees along the water .
Activity-rich: White-water fun by day, quiet forest camp by night.
🔑 Tips for Wild Camping in This Region
📍 Please see our LokalBond | Camping | Antalya, Fethiye Google Maps list including all the listed areas! Thanks a lot to our LokalBond community member for the great question! Join our community to explore Turkey with a local, as a local.
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