Campsites in Grizedale for gorgeously green Lake District trips
For foresty forays – with a few trips around spectacular bodies of water thrown in for good measure – book a place at a campsite in Grizedale. This hamlet edging ancient trees in the Lake District park is a tippity-top spot for adding walks amid leafy boughs into your Cumbrian break.
Grizedale is sandwiched between Coniston Water and Lake Windermere, so it’s also a centrally located place for pootling around the national park. It’s a stellar spot for a serene stay too as it tends to be quieter than many of the more well-known villages in the surrounds.
Hiking boots at the ready? Play around with the filters on the left-hand side of the page to unearth a gem of a campsite in Grizedale, then get tramping.
Campsites in Grizedale: from classic tent pitches to retro-inspired caravan rentals
Now you’ve set your sights on a hol in Grizedale, the next question to consider is which sort of place you should sleep at. There are classic campsites ranging from refreshingly basic to impressively kitted out, as well as glamping parks with swanky accommodation for a luxurious Lake District break.
If you do decide to go for a glampsite in Grizedale, peruse the selection for all sorts of options: think microlodges with sparkly lake views, ensuite camping pods with private gardens and extra-spacious bell tents for bigger groups. For a retro-inspired experience, there’s even a shiny silver Airstream to rent at a cool campsite near Grizedale…
Holiday parks with static caravans are also well worth a punt if you’d prefer not having to pack everything including the kitchen sink and want to move straight into a spot with the essentials provided.
Lake District highlights when camping in Grizedale
Kick off explores in Grizedale Forest, wandering beneath the trees in search of the artsy sculptures placed around the area when camping in the Lake District. There are 10 trails to choose from, so endless days are to be spent ambling about.
You could also flit around the forest on the cycle paths or while horse riding before seeing the scenery from an alternative angle by swinging through the trees on the local Go Ape adventure courses.
Of course, you’ll also want to get up to some aquatic antics while in Lakeland. Coniston (20 minutes’ drive) and Esthwaite (10 minutes) are your closest waters for wanders, but Windermere’s also effortless to reach from your Grizedale campsite (just over 20 minutes).
Linger around the latter – the largest lake in the national park – while sailing on the old-school steamer boats or during a tricky trek up to the Orrest Head for mesmerising views over the water and local fells.
Other spots to seek out when camping near Grizedale include the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, with its entertaining displays about the kids’ writer, and Holehird Gardens for eyeing up the alpine trees, purple heathers and manicured shrubs.
If you’re keen for more national park stays in England, try the Yorkshire Dales on a break around Appletreewick.
