Campsites near Scafell Pike
Scafell Pike in Cumbria is England's highest peak and one of the highlights of a visit the Lake District. The peak stands 978 metres (3,209 feet) tall and despite being the most demanding mountain of the Three Peaks Challenge, remains popular with walkers of all ages. To help you find a great base for your stay, we've listed some of the best campsites near Scafell Pike below.
70 campsites near Scafell Pike
Inside Out Camping @ Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, just 20 minutes from Keswick.
6 x Yurts
Church Stile Farm and Holiday Park
Seascale, Cumbria
197 reviews
95%
would recommend
Camping, touring and glamping, within a five minute walk of pubs. 15 minutes to Seascale Beach and Scafell Pike!
Pitches: 4 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches, 60 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Parkgate Farm Holidays
Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria
94 reviews
99%
would recommend
Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches too.
Pitches: 3 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 2 x Medium Electric Grass Pitches
Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping
Coniston, Cumbria
21 reviews
95%
would recommend
Family friendly and accessible glamping in the Lake District. Five minutes to Coniston and Coniston Water!
Pitches: 2 x Camping Pods, 10 x Ensuite Glamping Pods
The Church House Inn
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria
70 reviews
93%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub within the Lake District. By ancient woodland, five minutes to Coniston Water.
Ensuite Glamping Pod with Hot Tub (Dog Friendly)
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Wild Wool Barn
Ennerdale, Cleator, Cumbria
10 reviews
70%
would recommend
Rural, peaceful setting with views of Ennerdale Water welcoming tents. Bunkhouse onsite.
Pitches: 3 x Backpacker Grass Pitches, 4 x Non Electric Small Grass Pitches
Thirlspot Farm Camping
Keswick, Cumbria
166 reviews
88%
would recommend
Peaceful, adult only tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm next to a pub. Dog friendly.
Pitches: 4 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 2 x Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Skelwith Fold Caravan Park
Ambleside, Cumbria
10 reviews
100%
would recommend
Lake District, woodland park with a playground, walking trails and more. Ten minutes from Windermere and Ambleside.
130 x Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric)
8m x 6m
The Herdwick Huts
Ambleside, Cumbria
10 reviews
100%
would recommend
Shepherd's hut glamping on an exclusive site on the grounds of Rydal Hall, in the heart of the Lake District.
Pitches: 4 x Shepherd's Huts (Dog Friendly), Shepherd's Hut
Rydal Hall Campsite
Ambleside, Cumbria
82 reviews
96%
would recommend
Relaxed family and dog friendly site nestled in the Lake District, five minutes to Windermere. Onsite tea shop too!
32 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
7m x 7m
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria
79 reviews
92%
would recommend
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
Pitches: 35 x Non Electric Grass Pitches , 5 x Rail Cabins (Dog Friendly)
Whinfell Hall Farm Campsite
Cockermouth, Cumbria
63 reviews
76%
would recommend
Back to basics, family friendly camping and touring site close to Cockermouth, by Cumbria's western lakes.
Pitches: 4 x Electric Grass Touring Pitches, 16 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Birchbank Camping Site
Ulverston, Cumbria
174 reviews
96%
would recommend
A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.
Pitches: 16 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 7 x Electric Grass Pitches
Sykeside Camping Park
Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria
111 reviews
95%
would recommend
Lake District camping park with an onsite pub and shop. Within 20 minutes of Lake Windermere and Ullswater!
90 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Hazel Mount Fellside
Millom, Cumbria
13 reviews
100%
would recommend
Near wild camping on a peaceful site with views of the Duddon Estuary, at the edge of the Lake District.
Pitches: Small Non Electric Grass Pitch (Foxglove), Small Non Electric Grass Pitch (Snowdrop)
Captain's House Campervans
Bootle Station, Millom, Cumbria
23 reviews
100%
would recommend
A small touring site with just five pitches, set in the south of the Lake District with beautiful sea views.
5 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
9.5m x 6m
Baystone Bank Farm Campsite
Whicham, Millom, Cumbria
43 reviews
81%
would recommend
Farm site in the Lake District with valley views, 15 minutes to the beach. Dog friendly with private fire pits!
Pitches: 10 x Streamside Non Electric Grass Pitches, 8 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Streamside, Car Free Zone)
Low Hollows
Keswick, Cumbria
64 reviews
92%
would recommend
Off-grid campsite at the foot of Blencathra in the Lake District. Family and dog friendly, ten minutes to Keswick!
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Cragg Farm Camping Pods
Cockermouth, Cumbria
40 reviews
98%
would recommend
Three luxury glamping pods set on a working family farm, just a five minute drive from Cockermouth.
Pitches: Ensuite Glamping Pod, 2 x Ensuite Glamping Pods with Bunk Beds
The Hive Pod Village at Ghyll Head
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windermere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
Pitches: Two Person Camping (Pod 9, Dog Friendly), Five Person Camping (Pod 2, Dog Friendly)
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Visiting Scafell Pike
The Lake District is a mecca for walkers and climbers, and no area more so than Scafell Pike - England's highest peak. Our route guide covers the four main approaches, following the Wasdale Head, Borrowdale, Great Langdale and Eskdale valleys.