Woodland and forest campsites in the Lake District
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Woodland and forest campsites in the Lake District

What better way to escape the stress of day-to-day life than camping in the woods, surrounded by ancient trees and thriving wildlife? Enjoy days out to Lake Windemere, hiking Scafell Pike or discovering the world of Beatrix Potter. Our woodland and forest campsites in the Lake District provide an idyllic base for days of adventures!

36 woodland and forest campsites in the Lake District

Wallace Lane Farm, Caldbeck, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria

4.86 /5

163 reviews

98%

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Camping, touring and glamping on the northern fringe of the Lake District. Some pitches even have private hot tubs!

2024 Winner of Best Caravan Park North West England
Moss Howe Farm Campsite, Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

4.73 /5

110 reviews

91%

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Peaceful Lake District camping and glamping site, 15 minutes to Lake Windermere. Onsite shop and fire pits welcome!

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Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria

4.94 /5

70 reviews

99%

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Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches too.

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Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria

4.6 /5

87 reviews

91%

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Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.

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Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria

4.94 /5

40 reviews

98%

would recommend

A riverside dog-friendly site directly on the Cumbrian Way footpath in the Northern Lake District.

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Rydal Hall Campsite, Ambleside, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ambleside, Cumbria

4.83 /5

77 reviews

96%

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Relaxed family and dog friendly site nestled in the Lake District, five minutes to Windermere. Onsite tea shop too!

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Keswick, Cumbria

4.67 /5

14 reviews

93%

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Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, close to Keswick and Derwentwater.

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Keswick, Cumbria

4.39 /5

191 reviews

88%

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Relaxed tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm. Dog friendly.

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Ulverston, Cumbria

4.43 /5

31 reviews

87%

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Back to basics dog friendly camping nestled on a beautiful part of Lake Windermere with fishing onsite.

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Ambleside, Cumbria

4.7 /5

8 reviews

100%

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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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Hollows Farm and Borrowdale Glamping, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Keswick, Cumbria

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

Burns Farm Caravan, Campsite and Glamping, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Keswick, Cumbria

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

The Quiet Site, Ullswater, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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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.

Noble Wood Camping, Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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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.

Lowther Holiday Park, Eamont Bridge, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Eamont Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria

Woodland, river fronted 5 star, family holiday park with lodges, caravans, tent and touring pitches and two pods.

Waterfoot Park, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria

Dog friendly self-catering holidays just a stone's throw from England's most beautiful lake, Ullswater.

Coniston Sports and Social Centre, Coniston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Coniston, Cumbria

In the heart of the Lake District, a peaceful campsite with stunning views. A five minute walk to the village.

Fisherground Campsite, Holmrook, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Holmrook, Cumbria

Family friendly camping in the heart of Eskdale. Ideal base for walkers.

Skelwith Fold Caravan Park, Ambleside, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ambleside, Cumbria

Tucked beside the Lake District Natural Park, a charming glamping and camping site surrounded by wildlife.

Castle Guards Farm Retreat, Cockermouth, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Cockermouth, Cumbria

Spacious ensuite pods near the Lakes with private wood-fired hot tubs! Dog-friendly options. Sleeps up to 6.

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