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Wasdale

Lake District

Towering mountains and the deepest lake in England

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

A view of the Wasdale hills reflected in the glassy waters at Wastwater, Lake District

Planning your visit

Climbing Scafell Pike 

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

Two walkers with hiking poles crossing over stones while ascending Scafell Pike, Lake District

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

Wasdale shuttle bus 

Thinking of heading out to Wasdale? Avoid the search for parking and help us look after the landscape and local community by taking the FREE Wasdale explorer shuttle bus. Running every weekend and bank holiday from April 18 to September 21 2025, take the bus and take the stress out of a trip out to the West Lakes. Click here for maps, timetables and more.

A group of fell walkers on a summer hike at Wasdale Head, Cumbria
Two visitors in raincoats exploring the autumnal garden at Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

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