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Wasdale

Lake District

Towering mountains and the deepest lake in England

Lake Head car park, near Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1EX

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Great Gable under a clear blue sky in Wasdale, Lake District

Car park
National Trust car parks at Lakehead, Overbeck and Nether Wasdale. These are pay and display car parks, free for members. When you scan your membership card, general funds get re-directed to help us look after the valleys, mountains and paths in Wasdale. We don't allow overnight parking due to the impact on nature and wildlife, staff resource and visitors.
Dogs allowed
Dogs are welcome to our outdoor properties but please keep them under close control to protect stock and wildlife. Take a look at our Canine Code and enjoy a great day out with your pup!
Toilet
National Trust toilet block at our Lakehead car park.
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Directions via Google Maps
By road
Wasdale 5 miles east of A595, turning at Gosforth.
Parking: Lake Head (OS: NY 182075) and Overbeck (OS: NY 168068) for Wasdale small car park (OS: NY 127038) for Nether Wasdale. Please ensure social distancing. You can find up to date information at www.saferlakes.co.uk
By train
Nearest train station is Seascale.
Cycling
The nearest Sustrans national cycling route is route 72 along the Cumbrian coast from Kendal to Silloth. There are a number of mountain biking opportunities in the Wasdale area and around Gosforth and Nether Wasdale.

Climbing Scafell Pike

Find out more about how to prepare for climbing Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain peak, and follow safety procedures.

Winter view of Scafell Pike from Wasdale, Cumbria. Snow capped mountains sit against a clear blue sky.

Car parks in Wasdale

There are 3 National Trust car parks in Wasdale. Find out parking costs and how to find each of the car parks.

A family return to their car after a winter walk in the Lake District. Two children sit in the open boot of the car as they remove their muddy boots with the help of two adults.

Visiting Wasdale with your dog

Wasdale is a one pawprint rated place. Find out all you need to know about bringing your furry side-kick on an adventure around the lake shore, in the valleys and up the fells.

A little terrier sitting in the fells looking down at Wastwater below

Upcoming events in Wasdale

Find out what events we have coming up in Wasdale

A woman smelling the leaves of a tree on a forest bathing session

Wild camping in the Lake District

Find out more about wild camping in the Lake District, whether it's right for you and how to do it safely and responsibly.

People inside a tent at night at Wasdale Head campsite, Cumbria

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