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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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Side Farm Campsite, Ullswater, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria

A dog friendly, scenic site between Ullswater and Place Fell. Peaceful, with access to boating and canoeing.

Hollins Farm, Silverdale, Carnforth, LancashirePlaceholder image
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Silverdale, Carnforth, Lancashire

Set on a working farm amongst woodland and countryside. Access to nearby site with swimming complex and bowling!

Bank House Farm, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Penrith, Cumbria

Small, peaceful tent camping near the C2C route and in the heart of the Eden Valley, 20 mins from the Lakes.

Black Beck Holiday Park, Newby Bridge, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Newby Bridge, Ulverston, Cumbria

A 5 star dog friendly setting for short breaks and touring, close to Grizedale Forest in the Lake District.

Pier Cottage Caravan Park, Coniston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Coniston, Cumbria

A small, family run caravan park situated by Coniston Water with swimming, boating, fishing and more. Dog friendly.

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Town End Cottage Caravan Site Certificated Location, Laithes, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Laithes, Penrith, Cumbria

An immaculately kept CL site for Caravan Club members, in the peaceful surroundings of a stunning rural location.

Abbot Park Farm, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ulverston, Cumbria

Set on a 120 acre family run farm within the stunning Lake District, this site offers camping and camping barns.

Hill of Oaks Park, Windermere, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Windermere, Cumbria

Nestled on the slopes of ancient woodland, Hill of Oaks boasts exclusive lake Windermere frontage.

Woodhead Farm Caravan Site & Certificated Location, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Penrith, Cumbria

A small 12 pitch private site and a CAMC CL site, situated on a small farm near Penrith and the Lake District.

Wild Wool Barn, Ennerdale, Cleator, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ennerdale, Cleator, Cumbria

Rural, peaceful setting with views of Ennerdale Water welcoming tents. Bunkhouse onsite.

Bardsea Leisure, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ulverston, Cumbria

10 acre site situated on the edge of the Lake District, with touring pitches available all year round.

Thacka Lea Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Penrith, Cumbria

A superb base to explore the Lake District and Eden Valley, a small, family-run caravan site close to Ullswater.

Kendal Rugby Club, Kendal, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Kendal, Cumbria

Small, family friendly camping at a rugby ground, close to the Lake District National Park and Windemere.

New Ing Lodge, Shap, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Shap, Cumbria

Friendly B&B and campsite on the edge of the Lake District near Ullswater, and on Wainwright's Coast to Coast.

Lyons Manor House Park, Allonby, Maryport, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Allonby, Maryport, Cumbria

Family and dog friendly touring, seasonal pitches and holiday homes by the Northern Lakes and Scottish Borders.

Crossfell Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Penrith, Cumbria

Flat grass site with some shade and beautiful fell views, with Lake District walking country on the doorstep.

Overwater Woodlands, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Wigton, Cumbria

Secluded and off-grid woodland camping for tents in the Lake District with a communal firepit and breakfast!

Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ulverston, Cumbria

A small, idyllic glampsite on a working farm in the Lake Distict National Park close to Coniston and windermere.

Fellhill Pods, Welton, Carlisle, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Welton, Carlisle, Cumbria

Three dog friendly luxury pods with ensuite facilities, set on a farm that's right by the Lake District.

Great Langdale Bunkhouse, Great Langdale, Ambleside, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria

Simple, clean, warm and welcoming accommodation for walkers, runners and climbers in the Lake District.

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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.