Campsites by waterfalls near Malham, North Yorkshire

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Peaks and Pods

5 units · Glamping1 acre · North Yorkshire, North East England

Luxury pods with extra special touches, sandwiched between the Forest of Bowland and the Yorkshire Dales National Park

Back O' Th' Hill Farm

4 units · Glamping3 acres · Skipton, England

Situated in an iconic location just up the hill from The Priory at Bolton Abbey, one of Yorkshires finest locations, at the bottom of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and part of the Devonshire Estate. The views are stunning from several parts of the old Farm, looking across the Valley of Desolation and up to Simons' Seat, this is. small hidden gem Farm, with a small orchard (one bell tent within it), our own bee hives making our own honey, and we even have an indoor beach tennis court.

Deerstone Glamping

6 units · Glamping82 acres · Lancashire, North West England

Geodesic domes with a sauna and a dome cinema on site in the Lancashire countryside

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Crackpot Cottage

2 units · Glamping1 acre · Crackpot, England

Set in a small hamlet in the heart of Swaledale, Crackpot Cottage is the ideal place to experience the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. We are a family-run smallholding. We grow our own fruit and vegetables and our hens provide us with fresh eggs daily. We are just 20 minutes from the Dales Bike Centre and adjacent to The Swale Trail, the Dales cycle routes and the Pennine Way. We are also on the Coast to Coast and the Herriot Way. Situated between Reeth and Gunnerside, we are surrounded by walks but a gentle evening stroll will take you to the renowned Crackpot Falls or Crackpot Cave. If you don't fancy going out for dinner we provide a selection of meals and appetisers. For walkers and cyclists and all of our guests if requested we are able to provide extras services such as clothes drying, packed lunches, safe indoor bike storage, e-bikes battery charging and pick up/drop off. Staying with us is not only a choice of accommodation but a unique and special off grid and culinary experience!

Camping at Cardewlees

37 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Carlisle, England

A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall

Lake District Herdwick Huts

5 units · Glamping2 acres · Rydal, England

You will not find a more stunning place to stay and explore within the UK. Set in the very heart of the Lake District National Park, there is good reason why this magnificent location inspired the poet William Wordsworth to commit some of his most world-renowned poetry to paper. These beautiful huts are nestled underneath the Fairfield horseshoe mountain range and Nab scar, so there is no need to drive anywhere for the finest mountain hikes. With Rydal Lake, a wild swimmers hot spot, and waterfalls and plunge pools on site, it really is hard to beat! You will not find a more stunning place to stay and explore within the UK. Set in the very heart of the Lake District National Park, there is good reason why this magnificent location inspired the poet William Wordsworth to commit some of his most world-renowned poetry to paper. Grasmere is on the doorstep, voted one of the top places to visit in the Lake District, with the famous '‘Coffin route’ walk offering a spectacular lake and mountain view stroll straight from your hut door. With low level to high level walks exploring the Lakes from Rydal caters for everyone. Ambleside and Grasmere are both walking distance for cafes, restaurants and cinemas and Rydal offers scenic off-road strolls to arrive by. Each with fresh linen, wood burning stove and cast iron gas hob, you are sure to be comfortable even in the thick of winter.

2 Luxury Hapus Yurts & Barn Kitchen

1 unit · Glamping20 acres · Abergele, Wales

A tranquil hideaway full of love, unique quirkiness and peace. Tucked away in the ancient woodland of the Conwy valley you will find Hapus Yurt. A peaceful glamping site, that includes two yurts, a converted barn, a cabin and wonderful grounds. Staying here you will feel a real sense of Welsh wilderness this remote location is only a short drive away from Snowdonia, the coast, historic towns, urban life and local castles. All year round Hapus Yurt is the perfect place to stay and relax with friends and loved ones, from summer days spent by the seaside followed by evenings in the garden under the stars, to mountain walks and winter evenings cozying up by the wood burning stoves in the yurt, Hapus Yurt is an unforgettable home from home. Come and visit our happy place in an ancient, undisturbed valley full of woodland and goodwill.

Campsites by waterfalls near Malham guide

Overview

Within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Malham is a small North Yorkshire village surrounded by natural beauty. It’s an ideal base for exploring the park because it’s right in the middle of it—you don’t have to drive anywhere unless you want to. Highlights of Malham include the curved rock amphitheatre of Malham Cove, the gorge and waterfalls at Gordale Scar, and Malham Tarn, above the village. There’s one campsite in the village itself—a family-run site beside the Malham Beck River—and other sites dotted around the national park. From basic camping to luxury glamping where you stay in a kitted-out bell tent, insulated pod, or shepherd's hut, we've found the camping sites where you can make the most of your time near Malham.

Where to go

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Malham is located within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, one of Yorkshire’s most impressive natural areas. A benefit of camping in Malham is that you can explore some of the most beautiful spots in the whole national park on foot: Janet’s Foss Waterfall, Malham Cove, Malham Tarn, and Gordale Scar. As hiking is one of the highlights of the Yorkshire Dales, Malham is an especially good base.

Nidderdale AONB

East of Malham and connected to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Nidderdale AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) is a continuation of the beautiful landscape of moorlands, valleys, flower-covered woodlands, and rolling farmland. Campers staying in or near Malham can visit on day trips for birdwatching, wildlife-spotting, and walking adventures. There are also more camping options around the AONB, especially on farmland.

Forest of Bowland AONB

West of Malham and crossing the border between Yorkshire and Lancashire, the Forest of Bowland AONB is a landscape of moorland and peat bogs, and some pockets of ancient woodlands. People come here to walk and cycle, as well as to shoot grouse between August and December. There are camping and caravan sites around the AONB and while wild camping is not generally permitted, there are some areas where this is sometimes possible.

When to go

Malham is in North Yorkshire, which experiences a generally cool climate, with wind and rain common, especially in the hilly dales. Tent and caravan camping will be most comfortable in the summer. If you’re visiting outside of summer, dress appropriately to enjoy the outdoor attractions and consider opting for a glampsite or cottage in a nearby town or village rather than camping in a tent.