Wasdale Lakeside Pop-up Campsite
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- Basic and remote campsite five minutes’ walk from Wastwater in Cumbria
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking 25 minutes’ drive; Ravenglass 20 minutes
- Pop-up pitches on a Lakeland fell farm; access to Scafell Pike
Site type
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This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
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Reviews
Voted 85% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Excellent site, friendly host. Stunning location.
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Non-electric grass campervan pitch
Liked: Great location. Stunning views. Loved the lake access. Host was friendly and helpful.
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Just wild enough without having to wee in a bush
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: This place is great, big field, row of clean portaloos, ibc of water, skip - all the basics covered, no luxuries, perfect. You can park right next to your tent so no need to do 100 trips to and from the car. We had so much space but if it was at capacity that wouldn't have been the case. The scenery was amazing, walks and nature were right there. Interesting temporary conservation work going on in the lake/ river for freshwater pearl mussels. 2 lovely ladies came to check on us, one who was about 2 years old, I think she just wanted to visit the dog. Its dog friendly too... it is exactly what it says on the listing, if you read the listing and you like what you see you won't be disappointed.
Disliked: It's on a bit of a hill and there's is a lot of sheep poop. You can't guarantee who else will be in the field and if they will be quiet and courteous but even that couldn't spoil it!
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Last minute booking. Very good site loads of room especially when you…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Last minute booking. Very good site loads of room especially when you have an energetic child so plenty of space for him to run around and play. Toilets very clean. Nice little walk at bottom of field with beautiful views.
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Just rubbish business!
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Absolutely no
Disliked: Just disaster! One mail away from the road ,dirty field and extremely poor facilities. we got it for two nights and left it after first night.
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Excellent quiet camp with clean basic facilities. Highly recommend
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Location for access to walking trails and Wasdale Water
Quiet location
Uncrowded
Clean Toilets
Access is via 3/4 Mile farm track, a few pot holes but better than most public roads, don't let it out you off, prime passenger princess to open a max of 3 gates along the well signed access and you will arrive in a nice large peaceful field, pick your spot set up and explore, there are plenty of paths available without having to get back in your car/van.
A highly recommended pop up site that I will be using again
Disliked: There is nothing to not like here
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Just a field with a portaloo in a great location for a low price
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Great location right next to wast water and walking distance of scafell pike, cheap & cheerful perfect for what we needed it for
Disliked: The farm track to the campsite was very bumpy and potholey
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The short walk to the lakeside was a gift.. The track…
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Liked: The short walk to the lakeside was a gift.. The track to the site was a little rough but doable. Nice lady came to check on everyone on an evening which was nice and she was so helpful..
Will stay again at this beautiful basic site.
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Perfect site for a bit of off grid time.
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Perfect place for an overnight stay.
Friendly people.
Yes there’s portaloos and no washing facilities but it’s a pop up campsite so no expectations.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike a back to nature evening and some beautiful views.
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Amazing
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Liked: Amazing spot , really close to the lake and an amazing view of the surrounding mountains . Highly recommend to anyone
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Location perfect for access to lake. Amazing views.…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Location perfect for access to lake. Amazing views.
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Wasdale Lakeside Pop-up Campsite
Easthwaite Farm
Nether Wasdale
Cumbria
England
CA20 1ET
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.42191°N
-3.32446°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Seascale | 6.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| St Bees | 12.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Silecroft | 14.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Haverigg | 16.1 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Walney West Shore | 20.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 5.7 mi
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 12.5 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 13.4 mi
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 13.7 mi
Rydal Mount and Gardens 13.8 mi
National Trust
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 1 mi
Buttermere and Ennerdale 10.8 mi
Gondola' 11.1 mi
Coniston and Tarn Hows 11.3 mi
Grasmere and Great Langdale 12.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 2.2 mi
MUNCASTER CASTLE 5.3 mi
High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 6.4 mi
Seathwaite - Scafell Pike - Seathwaite 7.8 mi
The Gables from Honister Pass 7.9 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, Cumbria 27.5 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Wasdale Lakeside Pop-up Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wasdale Lakeside Pop-up Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wasdale Lakeside Pop-up Campsite? Just five minutes’ stroll from the camping field, Wastwater is a hub for wild swimmers, scuba divers, paddleboarders and kayakers – you can hire gear from the rental shop 10 minutes’ drive … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wasdale Lakeside Pop-up Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m.