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Campsites in the Lake District

Whether you're heading to bustling Keswick or seeking the peace of the fells at Langdale, Patterdale or Wasdale, our selection of campsites in the Lake District will help you find the perfect place to stay. A boat trip on Lake Windermere (England's largest) to explore its 18 islands is a must for first-time visitors, and there's plenty to explore around Ullswater, Derwentwater, Coniston Water and Bassenthwaite too.

110 campsites in the Lake District

Orchard Hideaways, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Penrith, Cumbria

5 /5

4 reviews

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Pet-friendly glamping pods in an apple tree orchard on the edge of the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater.

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Bootle Station, Millom, Cumbria

4.96 /5

14 reviews

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A small touring site with just five pitches, set in the south of the Lake District with beautiful sea views.

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Gill Head Farm, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Penrith, Cumbria

Camping and glamping on a working farm with views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. Campfires and dogs welcome.

Hollows Farm and Borrowdale Glamping, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Keswick, Cumbria

Camping and glamping in a picturesque location perfect for exploring the North Lakes, set 15 minutes from Keswick.

Castlerigg Hall Caravan and Camping Park, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Keswick, Cumbria

Award winning holiday park in the heart of the Lake District close to Keswick. Ideal for walking and exploring.

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Park Cliffe Camping and Caravan Estate, Windermere, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Windermere, Cumbria

An award winning caravan, camping and glamping park near Windermere in the heart of the Lake District.

Burns Farm Caravan, Campsite and Glamping, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Keswick, Cumbria

Peaceful campsite with tent and touring pitches, along with luxury glamping, situated in the Lake District.

The Quiet Site, Ullswater, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Ullswater, Cumbria

An award winning, 5 star park overlooking Ullswater in the heart of the Lakes, for camping, glamping and touring.

Gillside, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Penrith, Cumbria

A dog friendly, idyllic break in the Lakes, set in Glenridding and ideal for Ullswater and walks on Helvellyn.

Ullswater Holiday Park, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Penrith, Cumbria

A family owned park, walking distance from Ullswater and its famous steamers. Family friendly with camping cabins.

Waterside Farm Campsite, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria

A peaceful lakeside campsite on the shore of Ullswater right inside the stunning Lake District National Park.

Crake Trees Manor, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Penrith, Cumbria

Camping and glamping pods in the wildflower meadows on an organic farm. In Yorkshire Dales, 15 minutes from Lakes.

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Noble Wood Camping, Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

Off grid and tranquil adult-only woodland camping site for tents and tourers, with electric hook-ups. Dog friendly.

Syke Farm Campsite, Buttermere, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Buttermere, Cumbria

Family friendly tent camping to get back to basics and yurt glamping set in the heart of the Lake District.

Once Upon a Fell, New Biggin, Kirkby Lonsdale, LancashirePlaceholder image

New Biggin, Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire

Tranquil camping and bell tent glamping on a private family farm set between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.

The Old Post Office Campsite, Holmrook, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Holmrook, Cumbria

Riverside camping and touring in the western Lakes, for family and dog friendly stays. Fishing available.

Crown Inn, Shap, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Shap, Penrith, Cumbria

Camping pods and pitches at a village pub on the outskirts of the Lake District. Dog friendly and open year round.

Waters Edge Caravan Park, Milnthorpe, Kendal, CumbriaPlaceholder image

Milnthorpe, Kendal, Cumbria

Touring and camping set on the edge of the beautiful Lake District, a few miles from Kendal. Bar on site.

Holgates Bay View Holiday Park, Bolton-Le-Sands, Carnforth, LancashirePlaceholder image

Bolton-Le-Sands, Carnforth, Lancashire

Family-friendly coastal holiday park with onsite shop, bar and restaurant, just 30 minutes from the Lake District

Holgates Silverdale Holiday Park, Cove Road, Silverdale, LancashirePlaceholder image

Cove Road, Silverdale, Lancashire

An award winning, family-friendly park with onsite swimming complex, gym, bowling and restaurant set on the coast

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FAQ

The Lakes are overwhelmingly popular thanks to their gorgeous scenery dotted with pretty Cumbrian villages, unbeatable walks and shimmering lakes like Windermere. The national park has lots of great campsites and these 10 are some of the very best.

Pooley Bridge, Eskdale, Coniston, Kendal and Buttermere are some of the Lakes' most popular places to camp.

More than three quarters of campsites in the Lakes allow pets. Browse a list of dog friendly sites here.

A good number of Lake District campsites and holiday parks offer swimming pools. Browse a list of sites here.

The national park is a great place to find 5 star campsites in the Lakes - the best of the best are listed here.

Close to half of campsites in the Lakes are open all year round. Browse a list of sites here.

While most Lake District campsites are family friendly, a small number of campsites in the Lakes are adult only. Browse a list of adult only options.

Around 6 out of 10 campsites in the Lakes are campsites with electric hook-ups. Choose from our selection here.

More than half of sites in the Lake District are quiet sites. Browse and book here.