Wasdale

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Teenagers making breakfast at the National Trust campsite at Wasdale Head, Cumbria. © NTPL/Joe Cornish

Teenagers make breakfast at the National Trust campsite at Wasdale Head

Wasdale campsite nestles under the Scafell mountain range at the head of beautiful Wastwater, the deepest lake in England, with its distinctive Nordic character and the pyramidal peak of Great Gable reflected in its waters.

This stunning place is attractive for its remoteness and utter peace. The dramatic landscape will inspire the most adventurous outdoor enthusiast. England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, is within striking distance from Wasdale Campsite as are many other high fell walking routes.

What's new

Teenagers setting up a tent © NTPL/Joe Cornish

The latest news and events from Wasdale Campsite.

Site information

A terrier sitting on the grass in the landscape overlooking Wastwater at Wasdale © NTPL/Joe Cornish

Fees, facilities, arrival and departure times, parking and general information.

Make a booking

Book a campsite online © National Trust

If you're interested in booking this campsite, you can do so online, or over the phone.

Things to see & do

Walkers in Wasdale, Cumbria © NTPL/joe Cornish

There are lots of things to see and do at Wasdale campsite.

Luxury camping

Camping Pod at Wasdale campsite © NTPL/NTPL/Joe Cornish

Enjoy luxury camping at Wasdale in our insulated, spacious, comfortable camping pods.

Adventure activities

Rock climbing in the Lake District © NTPL/Paul Harris

Book an outdoor activity today - choose from canoeing, rock climbing, gorge scrambling and much more.

Group Bookings

Tents at Great Langdale campsite © NTPL/NTPL/Paul Harris

Group camping information for Hoathwaite, Low Wray, Great Langdale and Wasdale campsites

Getting here

Relaxing at Wasdale Campsite © NTPL/NTPL/Joe Cornish

Find your way to the peace and quiet of Wasdale campsite.

Wasdale FAQs

Wasdale valley is a photographers paradise and recently voted Britains best view. © NTPL/Joe Cornish

Wasdale campsite, frequently asked questions.