Campgrounds for backpackers in Helvellyn
11 bookable campsites within 24.1 kilometres of Helvellyn
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Peaceful family-run farm site next to the River Derwent
- Excellent base for hikes, including Scafell and Great Gable
- Woodfired pizzas on Saturday nights, a short walk away
Newlands Valley Campsite
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Well-maintained Lake District site half a kilometre from Derwentwater
- A five-minute drive from Catbells; 15 minutes from Whinlatter Forest
- Pub with a beer garden a short walk away; adventure centre nearby
Ullswater View Campsite
Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, England- Wild camping with spectacular views of Ullswater in the Lake District
- Pooley Bridge five minutes’ drive, and Lowther Castle 20 minutes
- Spring water and portable toilets on site; pub 10 minutes’ walk
Wasdale Lakeside Campsite
Nether Wasdale, Cumbria, England- 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
Hillcroft
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Peaceful park overlooking Ullswater
- Modern, landscaped and with spectacular Lake District views
- Launderette, drying room, licensed shop and large play area
The Old Post Office Campsite
Holmrook, Cumbria, England- Quiet site on the western edge of the Lake District National Park
- Bordered by the River Irt for swimming and salmon or trout fishing
- Scenic picnic benches; dogs welcome; café 10 minutes' walk away
The Barn Campsite
Holmrook, Cumbria, England- Quiet, peaceful rural site with stunning views over Eskdale Valley
- A 10-minute drive to Wast Water; 25 minutes to Scafell Pike
- Pick your own pitch; pub 10 minutes' walk away
Parkgate Farm Holidays
Eskdale, Cumbria, England- Peaceful site with views over the Eskdale and Wasdale valleys
- Half an hour's drive from the seaside town of Whitehaven
- Fell walks directly from the farm; country pubs 10 minutes' drive
Crosbythwaite Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, England- Simple pop-up campsite on a farm in the Lake District National Park
- Coniston Water half an hour’s drive; South Lakes Safari Zoo 40 minutes
- Off-grid grass pitches; snack shed selling breakfasts and sandwiches
Helton Campsite
Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, England- Scenic Lake District site with easy access from the M6
- A 10-minute drive to Pooley Bridge, Ullswater and Lowther Castle
- Laidback pitches with space for kids to play; dogs welcome
Caldbeck Camping
Wigton, Cumbria, England- Quiet site on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park
- Right on the Cumbria Way at the edge of a forest and Caldbeck village
- Carlisle, Penrith and Keswick all within 35 minutes’ drive
Dalegarth Campsite
Boot, Cumbria, England- Pop-up site next to the River Esk in the Upper Eskdale valley
- Access to hill walking and wild swimming spots in the Lake District
- A 35-minute walk from an outdoor activity centre; pub 10 minutes
Borrowdale Youth Hostel
Keswick, Cumbria, EnglandBurns Farm Caravan and Campsite
Keswick, Cumbria, England- New hardstanding fully serviced touring pitches with FREE wi-fi
- Very flat well drained grass tent pitches with hook-up and FREE wi-fi
- Large camp ground suitable for families couples with amazing views
YHA Helvellyn
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Stunningly scenic site 300 metres up England's third highest mountain
- Quiet/secluded but with excellent amenities including bar and lounge
- Hot and cold breakfast buffet plus supper club meals available to buy
YHA Buttermere
Buttermere, Cumbria, England- A site in the wooded grounds of a youth hostel with fell, lake views
- A 15-minute walk to Lake Buttermere and 20 to Crummock Water
- Self-catering kitchen, café-bar, restaurant, living room and library
Greenhowe Caravans
Great Langdale, Cumbria, England- On the edge of woodland with views of Lakeland hills from the grounds
- A five-minute drive to Dungeon Ghyll Force and 10 to Skelwith Bridge
- Walks on famed trails of Langdale Pikes accessible from the park
YHA Patterdale
Patterdale, Cumbria, England- Spacious green site two minutes' drive or 25 mins' walk from Ullswater
- Riverside setting: kayak to Ullswater straight from the site
- Toilets, showers and kitchen; local village two minutes' walk away
The Sportman
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Lake District campsite just off the A66 between Penrith and Keswick
- A 10-minute drive to Ullswater; 20 minutes to Helvellyn and Catbells
- Pitches with views towards Blencathra; playing field for kids and dogs
Eskdale Campsite
Boot, Cumbria, England- 100 pitches 10 x camping pods camping barn 60 x 16amp hook ups shop.
- Flat pitches Camping barn sleeps up to8 Great base for walking Scafell
- 5 star facilities on-site shop pets welcome Drying room 3 x local pubs
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