Wasdale Campsite

Wasdale campsite nestles under the Scafell mountain range at the head of beautiful Wastwater, the deepest lake in England, with its distinctive Nordic character and the pyramidal peak of Great Gable reflected in its waters. This stunning place is attractive for its remoteness and utter peace. The dramatic landscape will inspire the most adventurous outdoor enthusiast. England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, is within striking distance from Wasdale Campsite as are many other high fell walking routes.

Campground type

100

Languages spoken

English

This campground is a member of National Trust group.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Wasdale Campsite

Wasdale Head

Gosforth

Cumbria

England

CA20 1EX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

54.4654°N
-3.2558°W

Route directions

By car: Wasdale Head is reached from the main A595. From the South, turn right at Holmrook for Santon Bridge and follow signs up to Wasdale Head. From the north, turn left at Gosforth. If you have plenty of time and fancy a challenge, why not leave your car at Great Langdale Campsite and enjoy a spectacular day's hike over to Wasdale and stay the night before returning the next day? Visit LDNP or Wasdale Mountain Rescue Safety Page for mountain safety advice. By train: There is a four mile mountain walk from Irton and Dalegarth stations on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway. Visit www.ravenglass-railway.co.uk for more details (NB - greatly reduced timetable in winter).

Nearest transport

Bus

9.6 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage

9.7 mi Daffodil Hotel for Dove Cottage

10.5 mi Bus Station

Rail

9.7 mi Drigg Rail Station

9.8 mi Ravenglass Rail Station

10.4 mi Seascale Rail Station

Ferry

8.1 mi High Brandelhow Ferry Landing

8.2 mi Lodore Falls Derwentwater Ferry Landing

8.6 mi Low Brandelhow Derwentwater Ferry Landing

Airport

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.

Local attractions

The renowned Wasdale Head Inn is a short walk away for those who prefer pub grub to camp food! There are also some great family attractions a short driving distance away such as La'al Ratty, Muncaster Castle, The Beacon and Rum Story at Whitehaven. In the summer, the sandy beaches at Silecroft, Millom and Drigg will allow you to replenish your energy after a hard day on the fells. Nearby St Bees offers a beach and a bird sanctuary.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Seascale	10.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
St Bees	14.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Silecroft	17.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Haverigg	19.1 mi	Sea	Poor	N/A	N/A	N/A
Allonby	22.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 9.6 mi

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 9.7 mi

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 10 mi

Rydal Mount and Gardens 11 mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle 11.4 mi

National Trust

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 4.8 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 9.6 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 10.2 mi

Gondola' 10.3 mi

Buttermere and Ennerdale 11.5 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Seathwaite - Scafell Pike - Seathwaite 3.8 mi

The Gables from Honister Pass 3.8 mi

High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 4.5 mi

Borrowdale and Castle Crag from Seatoller and Rosthwaite 4.9 mi

Around Buttermere 5.3 mi

Local events

Kendal Calling (Thursday, July 31, 2025 – Thursday, July 31, 2025)
Penrith, England 23.7 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.

Payment terms

Offers

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Frequently asked questions

Does Wasdale Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Wasdale Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Wasdale Campsite? The renowned Wasdale Head Inn is a short walk away for those who prefer pub grub to camp food! There are also some great family attractions a short driving distance away such … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Wasdale Campsite?

From 3pm
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