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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.

112 campsites in the Lake District

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Millom, Cumbria

4.85 /5

8 reviews

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Near wild camping on a peaceful site with views of the Duddon Estuary, at the edge of the Lake District.

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Bootle Station, Millom, Cumbria

4.97 /5

18 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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Millom, Cumbria

4.91 /5

34 reviews

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Small, basic motorhome stop over with panoramic views of the Duddon Estuary. Ten minutes to the Lake District.

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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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Penrith, Cumbria

4.97 /5

7 reviews

100%

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This enchanting, dreamy Glamping Pod experience promises relaxation, romance, and unforgettable memories.

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Ambleside, Cumbria

4.7 /5

8 reviews

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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.

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Penrith, Cumbria

4.8 /5

32 reviews

100%

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Tranquil and small campervan pitches with panoramic views of the Northern Fells and dog friendly.

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Penrith, Cumbria

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

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Keswick, Cumbria

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

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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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Keswick, Cumbria

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

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Ullswater, Cumbria

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

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Penrith, Cumbria

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

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Penrith, Cumbria

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

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Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria

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

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Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

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

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Buttermere, Cumbria

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

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New Biggin, Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire

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

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Holmrook, Cumbria

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

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Milnthorpe, Kendal, Cumbria

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

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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.