Ullswater campsites
Like a shining mirror, Ullswater entices visitors with a chance to sail smoothly across its surface in the UIlswater Steamers, stopping at a sprinkling of beautiful towns in the valley. See the strength of nature at the incredible Aira Force waterfall, and make time for walking the fells and cycling this captivating scenery. At Ullswater campsites you'll find the area that inspired Wordsworth as breathtaking as it was in his day.
49 Ullswater campsites
Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria (4.1 miles)
4.84 /5
5 reviews
100%
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Modern glamping in Penrith with scenic views across the Lake District peaks. Ten minutes to Ullswater and a pub!
Penrith, Cumbria (4.5 miles)
4.73 /5
58 reviews
98%
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Small, family run park offering a quiet base within the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater. Dogs welcome!
Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria (5.6 miles)
4.58 /5
43 reviews
91%
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A great base for the Lake District, offering pods and pitches for tents and tourers. Onsite pub and dog friendly.
Penrith, Cumbria (6.3 miles)
4.86 /5
32 reviews
100%
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Tranquil and small campervan pitches with panoramic views of the Northern Fells and dog friendly.
Keswick, Cumbria (7.3 miles)
4.61 /5
38 reviews
95%
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Off-grid campsite at the foot of Blencathra in the Lake District. Family and dog friendly, ten minutes to Keswick!
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Keswick, Cumbria (7.6 miles)
4.34 /5
187 reviews
86%
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Relaxed tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm. Dog friendly.
Penrith, Cumbria (8.8 miles)
4.97 /5
6 reviews
100%
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Ensuite glamping pod on a working farm with views and access to the Lake District Fells. Hampers available too!
Ambleside, Cumbria (9.7 miles)
4.84 /5
87 reviews
94%
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Idyllic and relaxed family and dog friendly site nestled in the Lake District.
Ambleside, Cumbria (9.7 miles)
4.7 /5
8 reviews
100%
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Shepherd's hut glamping on an exclusive site on the grounds of Rydal Hall, in the heart of the Lake District.
Penrith, Cumbria (9.7 miles)
4.94 /5
25 reviews
96%
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Family friendly, ensuite glamping pods with panoramic countryside views. Ten minutes from the Lake District.
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria (9.9 miles)
4.97 /5
37 reviews
100%
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Luxury adult only ensuite pods with hot tubs. Set at the foot of Carrock Fell in the Lake District National Park.
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria (12 miles)
4.81 /5
67 reviews
96%
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Nestled on the edge of the Lake District National Park, family friendly camping and pods with hot tubs.
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria (12.4 miles)
4.94 /5
23 reviews
96%
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Glamping pods in a peaceful setting with great views, on a farm in the heart of the Lake District National Park.
Keswick, Cumbria (12.9 miles)
4.67 /5
14 reviews
93%
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Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, close to Keswick and Derwentwater.
Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria (13.9 miles)
4.95 /5
35 reviews
97%
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A riverside dog-friendly site directly on the Cumbrian Way footpath in the Northern Lake District.
Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria (14.5 miles)
4.81 /5
36 reviews
97%
would recommend
Peaceful, small and quiet campsite in the Lake District, just below Skiddaw. Only 15 minutes to Keswick.
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Penrith, Cumbria (1.8 miles)
A family owned park, walking distance from Ullswater and its famous steamers. Family friendly with camping cabins.
Ullswater, Cumbria (2 miles)
An award winning, 5 star park overlooking Ullswater in the heart of the Lakes, for camping, glamping and touring.
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (2.8 miles)
A peaceful lakeside campsite on the shore of Ullswater right inside the stunning Lake District National Park.
Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria (3.3 miles)
A dog friendly, scenic site between Ullswater and Place Fell. Peaceful, with access to boating and canoeing.
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (3.3 miles)
Dog friendly touring caravan and camping pitches in the Lake District, close to Ullswater and the Eden Valley.
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (3.5 miles)
Dog friendly self-catering holidays just a stone's throw from England's most beautiful lake, Ullswater.
Penrith, Cumbria (3.9 miles)
A dog friendly, idyllic break in the Lakes, set in Glenridding and ideal for Ullswater and walks on Helvellyn.
Penrith, Cumbria (5.1 miles)
Camping and glamping on a working farm with views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. Campfires and dogs welcome.
Mungrisdale, Cumbria (6.3 miles)
Camping barn on a small farm at the foot of Souther Fell, just outside Mungrisdale and on the C2C cycle route.
Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria (6.4 miles)
Glamping pods at the foot of Blencathra and onsite camping barn for large groups. Pet friendly options available.
Penrith, Cumbria (7.2 miles)
Pet-friendly glamping pods in an apple tree orchard on the edge of the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater.
Keswick, Cumbria (7.4 miles)
A solid, cosy camping barn in the depths of the Lake District close to beautiful Keswick and Thirlmere.
Eamont Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (7.6 miles)
Woodland, river fronted 5 star, family holiday park with lodges, caravans, tent and touring pitches and two pods.
Keswick, Cumbria (7.6 miles)
Family run camping and touring in the Lakes, with superb views of Blencathra and easy access to Keswick.
Laithes, Penrith, Cumbria (8.2 miles)
An immaculately kept CL site for Caravan Club members, in the peaceful surroundings of a stunning rural location.
Penrith, Cumbria (8.4 miles)
A superb base to explore the Lake District and Eden Valley, a small, family-run caravan site close to Ullswater.
Keswick, Cumbria (8.4 miles)
Peaceful campsite with tent and touring pitches, along with luxury glamping, situated in the Lake District.
Keswick, Cumbria (8.9 miles)
Dog friendly site two miles south of Keswick, surrounded by beautiful views of Helvellyn, Blencathra and Skiddaw.
Penrith, Cumbria (9.3 miles)
A small 12 pitch private site and a CAMC CL site, situated on a small farm near Penrith and the Lake District.
Shap, Cumbria (9.4 miles)
Friendly B&B and campsite on the edge of the Lake District near Ullswater, and on Wainwright's Coast to Coast.
Shap, Penrith, Cumbria (9.6 miles)
Camping pods and pitches at a village pub on the outskirts of the Lake District. Dog friendly and open year round.
Keswick, Cumbria (9.8 miles)
Enjoy panoramic views from this family site in a quiet, prime location on the edge of Keswick, within the Lakes.
Keswick, Cumbria (9.9 miles)
Award winning holiday park in the heart of the Lake District close to Keswick. Ideal for walking and exploring.
Keswick, Cumbria (12 miles)
Camping and glamping in a picturesque location perfect for exploring the North Lakes, set 15 minutes from Keswick.
Ambleside, Cumbria (12 miles)
Tucked beside the Lake District Natural Park, a charming glamping and camping site surrounded by wildlife.
Wigton, Cumbria (12.4 miles)
Traditional barn camping at the Lakeland Fells, overlooking a charming village and bordering the Lake District.
Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria (12.4 miles)
Simple, clean, warm and welcoming accommodation for walkers, runners and climbers in the Lake District.
Penrith, Cumbria (12.9 miles)
Camping and glamping pods in the wildflower meadows on an organic farm. In Yorkshire Dales, 15 minutes from Lakes.
Penrith, Cumbria (13.3 miles)
Small, peaceful tent camping near the C2C route and in the heart of the Eden Valley, 20 mins from the Lakes.
Kirkby Thore, Penrith, Cumbria (13.6 miles)
Small family run site in the Eden Valley near Penrith. Pitches for caravans, touring pitches, tents and pods.
Ings, Windermere, Cumbria (14 miles)
Tranquil glamping retreat in a luxury and eco friendly shepherd's hut on a working hill farm, surrounded by nature.
Welton, Carlisle, Cumbria (14.2 miles)
Three dog friendly luxury pods with ensuite facilities, set on a farm that's right by the Lake District.
Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria (14.8 miles)
Luxury ensuite glamping pods, surrounded by natural beauty just 20 minutes drive from the Lake District.
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Things to do in Ullswater
Ullswater, nestled in the Lake District, is the second biggest lake in the region and one of the deepest. The lake is surrounded by gentle hills and picturesque villages that will appeal to anyone looking for stunning natural landscapes and fun outdoor activities.
The first must-do activity during a visit to the area is a cruise on the lake courtesy of Ullswater Steamers. Take in the superb views at a leisurely pace, sail the placid beauty of the lake and stop at the piers of the Lake District’s idyllic towns. The river curls like a snake through vibrant scenery.
Visitors who are keen to engage with the water more actively can get a taste for the spray sailing, kayaking, canoeing and windsurfing among some world class scenery. After that, refresh with some adrenaline activities on land- quad biking, horse riding, archery and clay pigeon shooting.
The ‘Z’ shape of the mountains in the area is also a fantastic place for walkers to explore on foot. The Ullswater Way is a popular 20 mile course that passes some of the most charming local cottages and a stop for a delicious lunch at the 1863 Bistro Rooms. Don't miss the ramble to Aira Force, either, a spot where rainwater from the fells thunders down in a 65 foot shimmering waterfall,
Cyclists can explore the mountains surrounding the shining lake, or there are excellent routes to Moor Divock or Great Mell Fell.
There are several villages around the lake that will entice visitors to explore beyond the water, including Glenridding, Patterdale and Pooley Bridge. Patterdale sits at the southern end of the lake and is a haven from the more touristic parts of the Lakes, hidden away by the Kirkstone Pass and holding onto a sense of serene rural beauty.
In the towns and villages, a variety of shops, restaurants and pubs provide plenty of entertainment for people who are keen to take a break from outdoor pursuits.
Nearby, step out of the valley to see Dalemain Historic House and Gardens for walks beside the River Eamont backed up with a medieval hall tea room. The house of Hutton-in-the-Forest is another rival for your attention, with lavish rooms, a cupid staircase and beautiful wall designs created by William Morris.