Listen up thrillseekers, now's your chance to test your nerves of steel against Europe's longest rollercoaster, the Ultimate! Or, whirl among the clouds in the skyrider and throw your hands in the air for The Eagle's Claw. The best rides are popular, but you can forget rising at the crack of dawn to beat the crowds, however. These campsites near Lightwater Valley are just a hop, skip and a jump from the entrance.
Ripon, North Yorkshire (1.6 miles)
Family-friendly riverside caravan and camping park, just outside the Nidderdale AONB and the Yorkshire Dales.
4.86 /5
Grantley, Ripon, North Yorkshire (5.9 miles)
A small, secluded glamping site with ensuite cabins on a working dairy farm in the Nidderdale, Yorkshire Dales.
4.84 /5
Thirsk, North Yorkshire (6.9 miles)
Child-free luxury glamping in beautiful en-suite shepherd's huts, set on a farm. Fishing lake on site.
4.82 /5
Bishop Thornton, Harrogate, North Yorkshire (7.2 miles)
En-Suite Safari tents overlooking a tranquil pond, nestled between Knaresborough, Harrogate and Fountains Abbey.
4.85 /5
Thirsk, North Yorkshire (10.1 miles)
Glamping within an historic walled garden in Thirsk, a stone's throw from North Yorkshire Moors.
Northallerton, North Yorkshire (10.3 miles)
Ensuite glamping pods with hot tubs. Set on a working farm nestled between the Dales and the North York Moors.
4.74 /5
Harrogate, North Yorkshire (12.4 miles)
Family and dog friendly site in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales. Onsite cafe and adventure trail/activities!
4.54 /5
Knayton, North Yorkshire (13.9 miles)
Family run and dog-friendly touring and glamping park near the North York Moors, with views of the Hambleton Hills.
4.92 /5
Thirsk, North Yorkshire (14.2 miles)
Ensuite glamping pods with panoramic views and hot tubs on a farm by the North Yorkshire Moors. Groups welcome.
4.94 /5
Follifoot, Harrogate, North Yorkshire (14.6 miles)
Award-winning, family holiday park with an onsite swimming pool, golf and pub, just ten minutes from Harrogate.
4.38 /5
Amplecarr, York, North Yorkshire (14.9 miles)
Unique camping and glamping including a luxury treehouse with a hot tub, by the North York Moors National Park.
4.85 /5
Richmond, North Yorkshire (16.8 miles)
Idyllic glamping in family friendly, luxury safari tents on the doorstep of the Yorkshire Dales.
4.76 /5
Bolton Abbey, Skipton, North Yorkshire (17.8 miles)
A small and family run park, situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, with beautiful views across Wharfedale.
4.76 /5
Bishopdale, Leyburn, North Yorkshire (19.9 miles)
A quiet family-run site in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The perfect haven after a day exploring.
4.74 /5
Skipton, North Yorkshire (20 miles)
Award-winning Yorkshire Dales campsite with hot tub glamping, close to famous Bolton Abbey. Dog friendly.
4.79 /5
Roecliffe, Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire (9 miles)
Just off the A1(M) on the banks of the River Ure, Boroughbridge Club Site is perfect for exploring the country.
Kirkby Malzeard, Ripon, North Yorkshire (3 miles)
Family friendly camping, unique glamping stays and hot tubs on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Dogs welcome!
Ripon, North Yorkshire (4 miles)
A family owned site with spacious pitches overlooking the beautiful Yorkshire dales in the Nidderdale AONB.
Aldfield, Ripon, North Yorkshire (4.3 miles)
Beautiful yurts with hot tubs, on the edge of the Nidderdale AONB and Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Bedale, North Yorkshire (4.5 miles)
Stunningly unique glamping with hot tubs and en-suites on a 250 acre estate close to Masham, Ripon and Harrogate.
Baldersby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire (4.9 miles)
An adult-only and tranquil secluded site in the Yorkshire countryside, offering camping and touring pitches.
Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire (6.8 miles)
Peaceful and rural tent and tourer campsite set in the Yorkshire Dales with a traditional dining pub onsite.
Wormald Green, Harrogate, North Yorkshire (7.2 miles)
Enjoy a luxury, en-suite shepherd's hut between Ripon and Harrogate in the North Yorkshire countryside.
Langthorpe, Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire (8.8 miles)
A quiet 5 star park, in a tranquil village location just five minutes walk from Boroughbridge.
Roecliffe, North Yorkshire (8.8 miles)
Luxury shepherd's hut glamping for adults only, close to the A1 with easy access to the North York Moors and Dales.
Harrogate, North Yorkshire (9.6 miles)
A family run park with a swimming pool, play park and games room, a short drive from the Dales. Pet friendly
Northallerton, North Yorkshire (9.8 miles)
A quiet, rural park with fishing lake and woodland walks. Space and nature abound at this family friendly site.
Thornton Steward, North Yorkshire (9.9 miles)
Rural family-run campsite in Wensleydale, a perfect base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire (10.6 miles)
The perfect camping and touring base at Pateley Bridge, deep in the Nidderdale AONB and fabulous Yorkshire Dales.
Sessay, Thirsk, North Yorkshire (10.7 miles)
An adult only site with top fishing in 10 lakes, close to the Hambleton Hills and Kilburn White Horse.