Camping and caravanning
There are some beautiful campsites and caravan and touring parks in the Lake District National Park.
Whether you’re happy with just the basics in a quiet, remote valley, or would like a little more luxury with on-site shops and pubs, there’s a huge choice. And sometimes you don’t even need to own a tent as ready-made yurts or even camping pods are on offer!
Booking
If possible do book ahead, as many campsites fill up very quickly, especially in the school holidays.
Check your route
If you're driving to your campsite please don't rely just on your Sat Nav, as the quickest way may not be suitable for your vehicle. Caravans in particular have got stuck on tight corners and narrow lanes. Check the route carefully in advance for gradient and narrowness.
Hardknott Pass, Wrynose Pass and Honister Pass in particular are among the steepest roads in the country.
One way systems and road layouts sometimes change, so please always follow local directions and signs.
Useful links
The following links to websites are offered in good faith. The Lake District National Park Authority has no control over the content of the sites and no endorsement of any of the products or services contained on the sites is implied.
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- Camp in Cumbria
- Castlerigg Hall Caravan and Camping Park near Keswick
- Eskdale Club Site camping pods
- Lake District Camping
- Lakeland Campers - to hire VW camper vans
- Long Valley Yurts
- National Trust campsites
- Skelwith Fold Caravan Park, Ambleside
- South Lakeland Campers - to hire VW camper vans in South Lakeland
- Wild in Style Yurts by Windermere
and if you want to check what the weather's looking like:
- Weatherline - local weather forecast
Want even more visitor information?
Visit Golakes (opens in new window), the official website of the tourist board for The Lake District and Cumbria. Browse and book accommodation and attractions online and see what's on in the area.
