The Lakes are legendary for their hikes and this cloud-scraping mountain in the Southern Fells is no exception to the rule. Close to the Three Tarns and nearby Wasdale, its pyramid shape makes it easy to spot. Race down to the bottom after your climb to stay at one of these campsites near Bowfell.
Keswick, Cumbria (4.5 miles)
Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, close to Keswick and Derwentwater.
4.69 /5
Keswick, Cumbria (7 miles)
Camping and glamping in a picturesque location perfect for exploring the North Lakes, set 15 minutes from Keswick.
5 /5
Ambleside, Cumbria (7.9 miles)
Shepherd's hut glamping on an exclusive site on the grounds of Rydal Hall, in the heart of the Lake District.
4.73 /5
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria (8 miles)
An idyllic ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub on a tranquil site within the Lakes, backed by ancient woodland.
4.86 /5
Ambleside, Cumbria (8 miles)
Idyllic and relaxed family and dog friendly site with tent pitches and eco pods, nestled in the Lake District.
4.84 /5
Seascale, Cumbria (8.2 miles)
Dog friendly camping, touring and glamping on a farm close to Scafell Pike, just 15 minutes from Seascale Beach.
4.79 /5
Keswick, Cumbria (8.4 miles)
Tranquil and relaxing tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm. Dog friendly.
4.32 /5
Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria (9.6 miles)
Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches.
4.93 /5
Lake District, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria (10.7 miles)
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
4.58 /5
Ulverston, Cumbria (11.8 miles)
A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.
4.78 /5
Cunsey, Ambleside, Cumbria (12.1 miles)
Peaceful family friendly site with access to Lake Windermere. Spacious pitches on a farm, onsite coffee shop too!
4.44 /5
Millom, Cumbria (12.8 miles)
Near wild camping on a peaceful site with views of the Duddon Estuary, at the edge of the Lake District.
4.96 /5
Windermere, Cumbria (13.1 miles)
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windemere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
5 /5
Cockermouth, Cumbria (13.3 miles)
Back to basics, family friendly camping and touring site close to Cockermouth, by Cumbria's western lakes.
4.16 /5
Keswick, Cumbria (13.6 miles)
Off-grid campsite at the foot of Blencathra in the Lake District. Family and dog friendly, ten minutes to Keswick!
Ulverston, Cumbria (13.7 miles)
Camping, glamping and holiday homes at a farm in the Lakes, near Grizedale Forest, Lake Windermere and Coniston.
4.66 /5
Whicham, Millom, Cumbria (13.8 miles)
Farm site in the Lake District with valley views, 15 minutes to the beach. Dog friendly with private fire pits!
4.8 /5
Ulverston, Cumbria (14.1 miles)
Back to basics dog friendly camping nestled on a beautiful part of Lake Windermere with fishing onsite.
4.42 /5
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria (14.4 miles)
A peaceful retreat with breathtaking views, on a traditional farm in the heart of the Lake District National Park
4.97 /5
Bootle Station, Millom, Cumbria (14.7 miles)
A small touring site with just five pitches, set in the south of the Lake District with beautiful sea views.
5 /5
Ravenglass, Cumbria (12.2 miles)
Club site just outside the pretty Roman fishing village of Ravenglass, within the Lake District National Park.
Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria (3.3 miles)
Simple, clean, warm and welcoming accommodation for walkers, runners and climbers in the Lake District.
Coniston, Cumbria (6.7 miles)
A central base in the Lake District, right by Coniston Water and handy for Windermere, with sports facilities.
Coniston, Cumbria (7 miles)
A small, family run caravan park situated by Coniston Water with swimming, boating, fishing and more. Dog friendly.
Holmrook, Cumbria (7.2 miles)
Family friendly camping in the heart of Eskdale. Ideal base for walkers.
Ambleside, Cumbria (7.6 miles)
Tucked beside the Lake District Natural Park, a charming glamping and camping site surrounded by wildlife.
Buttermere, Cumbria (8.2 miles)
Family friendly tent camping to get back to basics and yurt glamping set in the heart of the Lake District.
Torver, Cumbria (8.3 miles)
Pop up camping site for tents only, situated in the heart of the Lake District, close to Coniston Water.
Holmrook, Cumbria (9.4 miles)
Riverside camping and touring in the western Lakes, for family and dog friendly stays. Fishing available.
Keswick, Cumbria (10 miles)
A solid, cosy camping barn in the depths of the Lake District close to beautiful Keswick and Thirlmere.