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A tipi and tent pitches at Wasdale Campsite, Cumbria
You can get cosy in a tree tent at Low Wray after a day playing in the woods | © National Trust/Robin Kitchin

Whether you're a camper, glamper or campervanner, we've got a perfect spot for you in the Lake District. Camp by the lakeshore or babbling beck, in grassy meadows or on pretty woodland pitches.

The Lake District is one of the UK's top camping destinations, and our sites are perfectly placed for walking, cycling, climbing, running and boating.

Your campsite fees help us to look after the Lakes, so thank you for choosing to stay with us.

An aerial view of Low Wray Campsite and Windermere, Cumbria

Low Wray Campsite 

Low Wray Campsite occupies one of the finest locations in the Lake District, with access to the shores of Lake Windermere and Wray Castle. With ample opportunities for 'car free' days out, you can pitch up with your tent or campervan, or chill out in a pod or safari tent.

An aerial view of Great Langdale Campsite, Cumbria

Great Langdale Campsite 

With the towering Langdale Pikes looming above it, Great Langdale Campsite is a particularly dramatic spot to pitch up for a holiday in the Lake District. The site offers a wide selection of grassy pitches, as well as a collection of wooden camping pods.

An aerial view of Wasdale Campsite and Wastwater, Cumbria

Wasdale Campsite 

Wasdale Campsite is spectacularly located at the foot of England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike and a stone's throw from England's deepest lake, Wastwater. With electric hook ups for campervans and tents, cosy pods and recently refurbished facilities, this campsite is a perfect place to rest weary limbs after big days out on Lakeland's highest fells.

An aerial view of Eskdale Campsite, Cumbria

Eskdale Campsite 

Eskdale is a new addition to our family of campsites which sits at the foot of Hardknott Pass, England's steepest road, almost next door to the famous Ravenglass and Eskdale steam railway and within easy walking distance of the village of Boot.

An aerial view of Great Langdale Campsite, with a logo in the top right corner reading The Great Outdoors Awards 2024 Commended, Cumbria

The Great Outdoors Reader Award 2024

Great Langdale Campsite has been highly commended in the Campsite of the Year category of the The Great Outdoors Reader Award 2024. This award celebrates excellent locations, friendly staff and great facilities, so is a true testament to the hard work of our teams. Image: Great Langdale Campsite, Cumbria

Tents at Great Langdale Campsite, Cumbria
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Group camping 

Find out more about booking as an organised group. We welcome groups such as Scouts and Duke of Edinburgh.

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Two Herdwick sheep sitting in the grass with Wastwater and the surrounding mountains in the background on a spring day
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Your visit to the Lake District 

Find out what there is to do in the Lakes during your stay

View of Buttermere and Crummock Water, Lake District, Cumbria

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