Camping on the Fukui coast! A complete guide to Wakasa Wada Campsite

2026.10.23

Wakasa Wada Campground is a scenic campsite adjacent to a pine forest and a Blue Flag certified beach with exceptionally clear waters. With a variety of sites including ocean-facing, mountain-facing, and solo-only options, clean facilities, and a wide range of rental equipment, it's perfect for beginners. You can enjoy evening strolls and seafood BBQs, and the prices are reasonable with easy access.

For outdoor enthusiasts, camping is the perfect opportunity to escape everyday life and immerse yourself in nature. Fukui Prefecture boasts numerous wonderful campsites nestled quietly in the rich mountainous areas, but Wakasa Wada Campsite offers a special location that is hard to find elsewhere. Surrounded by pine trees that stretch along one of the prefecture's most beautiful beaches, you can enjoy the ocean stretching out before you from a prime vantage point.

While summer is the busiest season, autumn brings pleasant, crisp air and fewer campers, allowing you to set up your campsite at your own pace and relax. It's the perfect season to enjoy the magnificent ocean views, cook outdoors, and savor a peaceful and leisurely time along the coast.

Beyond its unique seaside location, this campsite is appealing for its user-friendliness, making it comfortable for both beginners and experienced campers. It boasts well-maintained and clean facilities, easy access to rental gear, and a spacious parking lot—all thanks to its well-thought-out layout. Furthermore, it's conveniently located with easy access to supermarkets and restaurants in Takahama Town.

Atmosphere inside the venue

"Seaside campsite" where you can hear the sound of waves right nearby.

Wakasa Wada Campground boasts a vast site nestled within a pine forest adjacent to Wada Beach. With over 50 designated campsites, plus an open free camping area, the campground offers a variety of layouts to suit different styles.

● Oceanside Sites: Located along the sandy beach, these sites offer stunning ocean views and direct access to the beach.

● Mountainside site: A tranquil area nestled in the shade of ancient pine trees. Enjoy the serenity of the grove of trees, yet the sea is just a 30-second walk away.

● Dedicated Areas, Powered Sites, and Facilities: We offer free sites for solo campers and families, as well as sites with AC power and a dog run. We also have comfortable facilities such as a cooking area with a hot water heater, coin-operated showers, and an all-weather covered BBQ area.

Solo camping area (free site)

One of the biggest attractions of this campsite is the magnificent pine trees that tower overhead. They not only provide pleasant shade, but also give you the feeling of being embraced deep in nature.

Outdoor cooking area located in the center of the campsite

Coin-operated showers (200 yen/3 minutes)

To ensure you can enjoy the ocean view to your heart's content while camping, we recommend bringing a comfortable outdoor chair.

Where the pine forest meets the sea of ​​blue flags

What further enhances the appeal of this campsite is its superb location right next to Wakasa Wada Beach. The turquoise blue sea with its crystal-clear waters and shallow stretches, along with the beautiful white sand coastline, is famous throughout Japan, and in 2016 it received the first "Blue Flag" certification in Asia, gaining global recognition. The Blue Flag is the highest level of environmental certification, awarded only to beaches that meet all of the stringent standards for water quality, environmental management, safety, and accessibility.

Ocean view from the campsite

Just a five-minute walk from the campsite will take you to the lively main area of ​​Wakasa Wada Beach. Adding to its world-renowned reputation, it has also been selected as the venue for the lifesaving competition at the "World Masters Games 2027 Kansai".

Setting up the tent

Although it was sunny on the day I arrived, a strong wind was blowing across the beach from the sea, so I chose a solo camping area Oku the pine forest. This turned out to be the perfect choice; I was sheltered from the wind while still being just a 30-second walk from the sea—a truly fantastic location.

Setting up the tent was surprisingly smooth. The sand pegs held firmly in place, allowing me to spend the entire afternoon relaxing in my camping chair and enjoying the view of the sea.

One of the greatest joys of camping is being able to freely create your own preferred camping style. The photo shows me setting up the wood-burning stove in preparation for a chilly night.

Once the campsite is set up, it's time to head to the sea.

A stroll along the beach before sunset

Before starting dinner preparations, I headed to the beach to enjoy a pre-sunset stroll. Stepping out from the shade of the pine trees onto the soft sandy shore, a breathtaking view of the bay unfolded before my eyes.

A beautiful sunset sky stretches out with the majestic Aobayama mountain as a backdrop.

A stroll along the shoreline was a luxurious way to stretch my legs, refresh myself, and fully enjoy the beautiful sunset.

Hasegijima, a lush, green island floating in the distance, is actually a historic island formed long ago by the eruption of Aobayama.

A lighthouse standing beside Wada Fishing Port, against the backdrop of a sunset tinged with pink.

We went back to the campsite to prepare dinner.

Using a portable gas stove, we grill fresh local seafood to perfection.

Following the seafood, we'll also enjoy some savory grilled chicken.

As night deepened, we enjoyed a delicious dinner and drinks while engaging in lively conversation, before returning to our tents. We drifted off to a peaceful and tranquil sleep, listening to the soothing sound of the waves.

Enjoy the natural outdoor field through the four seasons and different styles.

Whether you're on a solo camping trip, spending a weekend with friends, or enjoying a summer vacation with family, Wakasa Wada is the perfect base to fully enjoy the allure of the sea, no matter your travel style.

Marine Activities & Sports: In addition to the summer months when the area is bustling with swimmers and snorkelers, the area is also lively in the fall with SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) and sea kayaking, and in the winter with surfers seeking waves. Furthermore, people can be seen enjoying fishing year-round in the rocky areas within the bay.

Coastal strolls and relaxation: Enjoy a refreshing morning beachcomb (searching for driftwood and collecting seashells), or take a leisurely stroll along the coastline to the next cove. Or, simply immerse yourself in a book while listening to the sound of the waves – a truly luxurious way to spend your time.

Barbecue at Sunset: When you return to your campsite as the sun sets, start preparing dinner. Under the starry sky, grill fresh seafood from Takahama and local vegetables and enjoy a delicious barbecue.

Beach Cleanup Activity: Every fourth Sunday of the month, a volunteer beach cleanup (coastal cleanup activity) is held at Wada Beach. It's a wonderful opportunity to interact with local people and contribute to protecting the beautiful coastal environment. For more details about the activity, please see this article I previously wrote: https://wakasabay.jp/articles/-/3031

Camping area and usage fees

We offer a range of flexible and affordable plans to suit your usage style and budget.

● Designated campsites (accommodation): From 5,000 yen per night. Spacious areas of 70-100 square meters, accommodating up to 10 people. There are no restrictions on the number of tents or tarps that can be set up.

● Solo Camping (Free Site): 1,500 yen per night. This is a great value plan for solo campers who want to travel with minimal luggage.

● Day camp: 500 yen per person. Perfect for a day trip to the beach for a BBQ or a stroll.

● Covered BBQ House: 3,000 yen per table (with grill). There are 18 tables in total, each accommodating up to 6 people.

● Flexible check-in and check-out: Standard check-in is from 13:00, but early check-in from 8:00 AM is free if the site is available. Late check-out is also available until 19:00 for an additional 500 yen per person.

Rental Equipment & Shop Information

You don't need to bring your own firewood; you can purchase it at the management office (reception).

Free carry wagons (luggage carts) are available, making it easy to transport your camping gear from the parking lot to your campsite. For travelers who want to travel light and enjoy their trip smartly, the management office and on-site shop offer a variety of convenient rental and sales items.

● Fire pit: Fire pits are available for rent, perfect for cooking over an open flame or enjoying evening gatherings.

● Power supply and heating equipment: During cooler seasons, you can rent portable power supplies and high-performance kerosene heaters (such as Fujika Highpet).

● Free rental equipment: You can rent special 35cm long pegs, ideal for setting up on sandy ground, and a hand-pushed trolley for conveniently transporting luggage from the parking lot, free of charge (※Vehicles are not allowed on the campsite).

● Consumables and Fuel: Easy-to-ignite coniferous firewood (approx. 600 yen per bundle), long-burning hardwood firewood (approx. 800 yen per bundle), charcoal, and kindling accessories are also available for purchase at the shop.

How to make a reservation or application

How to make a reservation: Online reservations can be made through the campground reservation site " Nap" via the official website of the Wakasa Takahama Tourism Association .

Reservation start date: Reservations begin at 0:00 AM (Japan time) on the 1st of the month, three months prior to the desired date of use (e.g., reservations for August will begin on May 1st).

Site preference: You can specify up to three preferred site numbers in the remarks/requests section when making an online payment.

Flexible cancellation and payment policy: No advance payment is required; payment is made on-site upon check-in. Cancellations are free of charge up to the day before arrival, and even on the day of arrival, no cancellation fee will be charged if weather warnings or other unforeseen circumstances are issued. Please contact us by email for inquiries.

Shopping and grocery shopping

Within Takahama town, there are several supermarkets where you can find fresh meat for barbecues and seafood. For daily necessities and general groceries, we recommend "Sunny Mart" in the center of town. If you want to enjoy the port location and choose fresh seafood delivered directly from the harbor, we recommend shopping at "UMIKARA".

[Wakasa Wada Campsite Business Information]

Address: 104 Wada, Takahama-cho , Takahama Town, Fukui Prefecture

For inquiries: wakasawada.camp@gmail.com

TEL: 0770-72-1068 *Please note that phone lines may be busy. *We cannot accept website requests when making reservations by phone.

Parking: Spring, Autumn, and Winter Camping: 500 yen per vehicle (same price for day trips and overnight stays) Summer Camping: Early July to late August: 1,500 yen per vehicle (day trip), 2,300 yen and up (overnight stay) * Vehicles are not allowed inside the campsite.

Opening hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Closed on: Irregular days

[Access to Wada Campsite]

〇Access by train: Approximately 15 minutes on foot from JR Obama"Wakasa -Wada Station". This beach campsite boasts an extremely rare and convenient location in Japan, easily accessible by public transportation alone.

〇Access by car: Located right off the Takahama Interchange on the Maizuru Wakasa Expressway. Parking is available on-site (basic parking fee: 500 yen / *Prices may vary during the peak swimming season in July and August).

Brian Keith Eastlake, Writer promoting the charms of the Tsuruga and Wakasa areas, Fukui Prefecture Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team

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