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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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Hall More Holiday Park, Milnthorpe, CumbriaHall More Holiday Park, Milnthorpe, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Hall More Holiday Park

Milnthorpe, Cumbria

Small, quiet and friendly meadowland touring park in the Arnside and Silverdale AONB.

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

Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria

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

Hollins Farm, Silverdale, Carnforth, LancashireHollins Farm, Silverdale, Carnforth, LancashirePlaceholder image
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Hollins Farm

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, CumbriaBank House Farm, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Bank House Farm

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

Newby Bridge, Ulverston, Cumbria

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

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

Coniston, Cumbria

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

Town End Cottage Caravan Site Certificated Location, Laithes, Penrith, CumbriaTown End Cottage Caravan Site Certificated Location, Laithes, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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An immaculately kept CL site for Caravan Club members, in the peaceful surroundings of a stunning rural location.

Abbot Park Farm, Ulverston, CumbriaAbbot Park Farm, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Abbot Park Farm

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

Windermere, Cumbria

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

Woodhead Farm Caravan Site & Certificated Location, Penrith, CumbriaWoodhead Farm Caravan Site & Certificated Location, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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A small 12 pitch private site and a CAMC CL site, situated on a small farm near Penrith and the Lake District.

Bardsea Leisure, Ulverston, CumbriaBardsea Leisure, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Bardsea Leisure

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

Penrith, Cumbria

A small touring site, ten minutes from the Lake District, and 15 minutes from the North Pennines! Dog friendly.

Kendal Rugby Club, Kendal, CumbriaKendal Rugby Club, Kendal, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Kendal Rugby Club

Kendal, Cumbria

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

New Ing Lodge, Shap, CumbriaNew Ing Lodge, Shap, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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New Ing Lodge

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

Allonby, Maryport, Cumbria

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

Crossfell Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaCrossfell Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Crossfell Caravan Park

Penrith, Cumbria

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

Overwater Woodlands, Wigton, CumbriaOverwater Woodlands, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Overwater Woodlands

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, CumbriaAbbots Reading Farm Octolodges, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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A small, idyllic glampsite on a working farm in the Lake Distict National Park close to Coniston and windermere.

Fellhill Pods, Welton, Carlisle, CumbriaFellhill Pods, Welton, Carlisle, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Fellhill Pods

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, CumbriaGreat Langdale Bunkhouse, Great Langdale, Ambleside, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Great Langdale Bunkhouse

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.