Campsite Serre Ponçon with water park

Family holidays between lake and mountains

Imagine your holiday at a Serre-Ponçon lakeside campsite with water park, between the clear waters of the lake and the alpine peaks of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. This nature destination enchants with its spectacular and revitalising setting — perfect for reconnecting with family or friends.

From your accommodation, enjoy the view over the Saint-Michel bay and breathe in the fresh air of the Alps. Staying at a campsite by the lake allows you to alternate between swimming, hiking and relaxing in a peaceful environment.

Comfort and nature: an ideal setting

Choose a small-scale campsite in Serre-Ponçon, ideal for combining comfort and simplicity. Settle into a fully equipped mobile home or on a pitch with private sanitary facilities — perfect for camping without compromise.

Looking for glamping? Spend the night in a unique nature-inspired accommodation, dine on your terrace and enjoy quality time while admiring the mountains — all in a peaceful, family-friendly setting.

Natural wonders and hilltop villages

The Serre-Ponçon lakeside campsite is the perfect starting point to explore the natural and cultural gems of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. From your accommodation, you can travel within a 1 to 2-hour radius to visit outstanding sites:

• Verdon Gorges (1h45): Europe's largest canyon offers breathtaking landscapes, ideal for kayaking, climbing, and hiking trails such as Blanc-Martel.
• Valensole Plateau (1h30): From mid-June to late July, admire its endless lavender fields — a must for photography and nature lovers.
• Sisteron Citadel (1h15): perched on a rocky ridge, it offers panoramic views over the Durance Valley and a journey through medieval history.
• Moustiers-Sainte-Marie (1h40): listed among France’s most beautiful villages, it charms with cobbled streets, faience workshops and a chapel overlooking the village.
• Luberon Regional Natural Park (2h): explore picturesque villages like Gordes, Roussillon or Lourmarin, famous for their markets, stone houses and ochre landscapes.
• Forcalquier (1h20): this lively medieval town and its Monday market embody the Provençal way of life.

This variety of landscapes — from alpine peaks and flower-filled plateaus to hilltop villages — makes Serre-Ponçon the ideal base for combining lake, mountains and culture.

Outdoor sports in the mountains

Thrill-seekers, get ready! The Serre-Ponçon campsite puts you in the heart of an XXL playground of peaks, forests and rivers. Here’s a glimpse of the sports activities available nearby:

• Mountain biking: over 400 km of marked trails around the lake, including Reallon, Chorges and Savines-le-Lac, some with stunning lake views.
• Hiking: try routes around Saint-Michel Bay, the viewpoint above the dam, or the Morgon trail (2h30 round trip) for sweeping lake views.
• Paragliding: 20 minutes away from Saint-Vincent-les-Forts — take flight over the lake for a tandem or discovery flight to remember.
• Canyoning: in the Ubaye Valley (approx. 45 min), explore narrow gorges, jump into clear pools and rappel down waterfalls.
• Summer luge & via ferrata: at Les Orres (1h), perfect for family thrills with panoramic views of the Southern Alps.

If the call of the water is irresistible, discover other alpine lakes in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur:

• Lac de Sainte-Croix (1h45): a paradise for pedal boats and paddleboarding, and a gateway to the Verdon Gorges.
• Lac de Castillon (2h): a more intimate lake with wild coves and ideal picnic spots.
• Lac d’Esparron (2h15): its calm waters are perfect for a boat ride or quiet swim away from the crowds.