Mountain campsites near Keswick

Camping in Keswick puts you at the heart of the Lake District National Park. As the region’s major tourist town, it is a convenient launch point for exploration, with several major peaks, lakes, and trails all within easy reach. Walkers, climbers, and paragliders can get their kicks in the fells that surround the town—Blencathra, Skiddaw, Grisedale Pike—while water babies can spend a day on nearby Derwentwater or head just a little further to the Cumbrian coast. Glamping is an increasingly popular way to soak up Allerdale’s outdoor atmosphere, though traditional campsites and holiday parks are still a mainstay of the region. Keswick's fantastic location has made it a hub for outdoorsy types with many classic camping sites where you can pitch up in the shadow of the peaks and on the shores of the water.

96% (172) • 96 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Keswick

Ewe Love Camping Pods

1. Ewe Love Camping Pods

98%

(108)

9.3km from Keswick · 3 units

Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra

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£90

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Moss Side Farm Campsite

2. Moss Side Farm Campsite

94%

(131)

34km from Keswick · 25 units

Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views

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£25

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Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

3. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

96%

(150)

39km from Keswick · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep

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Electrical hookup

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£25

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Woodman's Huts

4. Woodman's Huts

99%

(58)

40km from Keswick · 3 units

Beautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes

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£135

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Fairy Bell Wood

5. Fairy Bell Wood

100%

(11)

42km from Keswick · 1 unit

An off-grid yurt in a private woodland between the Lakes and the Dales

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£119

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The Black Swan

6. The Black Swan

100%

(26)

49km from Keswick · 3 units

Our three, brand new wood and canvas yurts are nestled in our private, woodland hotel garden beside the beautiful conservation (SSSI) river of Scandal Beck. Just a short drive from The Lake District, The Yorkshire and Durham Dales as well as The Scottish Border, we are perfectly located for you to explore. The yurts themselves are individually decorated with full size furniture, electricity and double beds. The yurts are all located in the garden of The Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale, a multi award-winning hotel, restaurant and bar; recipient of 2 AA Rosettes as well as AA pub of the year for England 2018/19. As part of your stay in our yurts you will receive a full cooked breakfast and buffet option included in the price for 2 people in our hotel restaurant. We like to think of ourselves as a cosy home from home with a relaxed dining atmosphere throughout. We are very dog friendly in the hotel, restaurant, bar and yurts so please bring your furry family members. Our beautiful woodland is also home to red squirrels (which are seen daily), protected, freshwater crayfish in the river, an otter (seen very infrequently but the nemesis of our ducks), 6 Indian runner ducks, free range chickens and our two cockerels! (Dogs are very welcome but are to be kept on a lead whilst in the woodland itself). We are very dog friendly and charge an additional fee of £15 for 1 dog/ £20 for 2 dogs for an additional cleaning fee and for some dog friendly goodies such as poop bags and treats. The price of this yurt is based on an occupancy of 2 people. Any other people who will be staying on the sofa bed will add a charge of £40 per person per night for breakfast and their stay. All yurts come with electrical battery pack, chargeable lanterns, tea/coffee, homemade biscuits, log burning stoves, towels, full breakfast included from the hotel, an outdoor seating area and access to our outdoor toasty warm woodland shower as well as our very cute, wooden toilet cabin. Hairdryers are available in the hotel for your use.

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£136

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Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

7. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

100%

(13)

51km from Keswick · 2 units

Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall

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£210

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Copy House Hideaway

8. Copy House Hideaway

100%

(67)

102km from Keswick · 2 units

Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space

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£146

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Carrock Pods Lake District Glamping

9. Carrock Pods Lake District Glamping

100%

(2)

14km from Keswick · 3 units

Carrock glamping pods is a brand new, luxury Glamping Pod for couples. It is located on a traditional working farm nestled at the foot of Carrock Fell, with stunning views and direct access to the Northern fells of the Lake District. No driving is required to get to the start of your walks, thus reducing your carbon footprint. Only leaving footprints in the ground.

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£165

/ night

Broom Fisheries Campsite

10. Broom Fisheries Campsite

44km from Keswick · 4 units

Luxury caravans ideally situated next to picturesque Scottish fishing lakes

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£167

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Garden Yurt in a hidden glen

11. Garden Yurt in a hidden glen

100%

(3)

84km from Keswick · 1 unit

A cosy, romantic getaway. Unwind and reconnect, surrounded by nature and amazing dark skies. The spacious, well-equipped yurt is tucked away in a large private home garden in a beautiful glen, with Scaur Water just over the road. The Yurt at Craignee is a cosy, off-grid retreat, with wood burner and garden area, surrounded by peace and wildlife. Enjoy lots of home comforts with an extra dash of adventure! #bbcwildlife60places winner STL Number: DG01053P

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£100

/ night

Coxons Farm Luxury Glamping Pods

12. Coxons Farm Luxury Glamping Pods

100%

(8)

95km from Keswick · 2 units

Luxury pod glamping in the Yorkshire Dales, set on a working farm with a pub across the road

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£117

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Primrose Cottage Camping

13. Primrose Cottage Camping

100%

(8)

110km from Keswick · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A quiet adult-only site (this site does not cater for children), with tents and campervans only, nestled below Healey Nab in the Lancashire Countryside. Rustic and back to basics is what this site is all about. Set amid spectacular countryside, grassy fields, woodland and streams to boot! Well behaved four legged friends are more than welcome. Campfires and good times allowed. *Please note loud music is not allowed.* Flat walks are a plenty along the Leeds and Liverpool canal or maybe a circular walk to white White Coppice might float your boat? For the hill walkers amongst us there is Great Hill and Rivington Pike to climb. Within walking distance or a few minutes drive there is pub at the end of the lane and local shops within the vicinity for those last minute snacks. Chorley town centre is 10 minutes drive away and we are close to the M61 which can take you to the Lake district in less than an hour, Manchester or Blackpool are roughly 30 Minutes away.

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£25

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Dod Mill Fishing Hut

100%

(2)

14km from Keswick · 3 units

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£165

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Broom Fisheries Campsite

10. Broom Fisheries Campsite

44km from Keswick · 4 units

Luxury caravans ideally situated next to picturesque Scottish fishing lakes

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£167

/ night

Garden Yurt in a hidden glen

11. Garden Yurt in a hidden glen

100%

(3)

84km from Keswick · 1 unit

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£100

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Coxons Farm Luxury Glamping Pods

12. Coxons Farm Luxury Glamping Pods

100%

(8)

95km from Keswick · 2 units

Luxury pod glamping in the Yorkshire Dales, set on a working farm with a pub across the road

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£117

/ night

Primrose Cottage Camping

13. Primrose Cottage Camping

100%

(8)

110km from Keswick · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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£25

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Dod Mill Fishing Hut

14. Dod Mill Fishing Hut

129km from Keswick · 1 unit

Artistic riverside cabins in the grounds of a 17th-century watermill

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£150

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

nickie

February 2026

3 nights at Coxons Farm Luxury Glamping Pods

The pod was comfortable, clean and well equipped. We definitely hope to return sometime as the location was perfect being close to many walking routes. we also took advantage of the dales bus that stops on the doorstep.

Emily

February 2026

Weekend Trip to Fairy Bell Wood

Ste and Emily's yurt was so relaxing for our winter getaway. We absolutely loved the wood burning stove and the hob was just enough for us to cook inside. We also loved that the yurt was located in between the Lakes and the Dales! We were able to get in a hike in on both days we were there! Would highly recommend! Thank you Ste and Emily for a lovely stay!

Tommy

January 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

2nd camp here lovely place and views Showers, toilets are clean Lovely little shop and cafe onsite Beautiful horses

natasha

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Fairy Bell Wood

We stayed in the yurt at Fairy Glen Wood and it was just perfect. It had everything we needed for a relaxing little retreat peaceful, comfortable, and surrounded by nature. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely love to come back!

Elma

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Black Swan

Initially I wasn’t sure taking the lantern to do your (compost) toilet trip of 1.5 minutes but it worked as long as your mind doesn’t run wild in the dark when you’re on your own! But it all adds up to the whole experience of glamping without running water and electricity in the yurt. I loved the hot shower outside (I also used it to wash my hands after using the toilet), the sound of the stream, the hares who were very elusive, the log burner and the pub breakfast (included in the booking) and the pub food. I had to leave very early, it was still pitch black and I looked at the sky, it was magical with the stars and I even thought I could see 1-2 galaxies; I’m probably exaggerating but it was that clear without the light pollution. I loved the whole experience! Thank you!

Mark

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Stayed for a couple of nights and had a great time, good facilities and one of the few campsites open to letting people enjoy a sensible camp fire. Staff were all friendly and helpful too

Lisa

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Fairy Bell Wood

This is a truly beautiful space. We've stayed in lots of yurts and this is the nicest by far. It's fab to have somewhere to sit inside if you need. But lovely spots outside too. The kitchen area is really useful and has everything you'd need. We followed the instructions for the shower and it worked perfectly. I loved the full length window to lay in bed and watch the sunset. Best of all if you're as anti social as me..... It's totally on it own! We re already planning our next visit.

Louise

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

Absolutely everything about the site was immaculate and so carefully thought out. Beautiful yurts, beautiful surroundings and the most amazing glamping trip.

Suzanne

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Primrose Cottage Camping

Lovely campsite with nice clean toilets! Would definitely recommend.

Jennifer

August 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Really nice campsite with good facilities. It was quite busy but it wasn't too noisy. Staff were friendly. I was on a hardstanding pitch and my only gripe was, the grass that we had allocated for the pitch wasn't really quite wide enough to secure my awning as well as I would have liked. The awning just about fit on. We had some sandwiches made by the guy in the cafe to take on our walk which were good. Lacking veggie options though.

Natalie

August 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

I can not recommend Baystone enough. THE VIEWS ARE AMAZING! I was not expecting them from the pictures shown by stunning the wash facilties are clean and maintained access to onsite fridge and freezer. Good pitch sizes with fire pit. I will be back as soon as possible. Camp warden was lovely super friendly. I explained my dog prefers space and she was more willing to accommodate. The on lead rule is followed by all guests which was a reason I picked the sight. There is alot of live stock so your dog does need to be okay with horses and sheep around. Noise levels were quiet by 10pm every night. Cafe on site was lovely and have a small shop with some goodies avaliable (tecos 8 min drive away) beautiful beaches, peaks near by. I loved it

Leann

August 2025

Tent

With kids

5 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

A well-kept campground with responsive and friendly staff. No frills but well-kept shower block with small communal fridge and washing up sinks. Kids will love seeing animals on the farm, too.

Ellen

August 2025

Tent

With kids

5 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Really lovely place! Very peaceful vibe and the babbling brook was a calming companion. Enjoyed the fires and the hot showers too 💚

Erin

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Moss Side Farm Campsite

Fantastic site, it's quiet, there are a variety of animals milling around, and the host is friendly and approachable.

Andy

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Primrose Cottage Camping

Great stay at primrose cottage camp site, We will definitely be back.

George

July 2025

4 m Class B

3 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

One of the best campsites we've been to! Was our first time using a campervan and it was perfect here - everything dead easy. Lovely clean showers and toilets, amazing views, beautiful stream running through it, chilled vibes and top staff - big shout to Emma & Danny who were great hosts :)

Saskia

July 2025

3 nights at Ewe Love Camping Pods

We had a wonderful little getaway here, exactly what we needed nice and quiet and surrounded by nature, the pod was clean and cosy and provided everything you need for a stay. The bbq was really nice and worked well. Can was really wonderful and helpful especially with a little mishap we had. 10/10 I would recommend going here and we will definitely be back!

Nicholas

July 2025

4 nights at Ewe Love Camping Pods

Another brilliant stay. Can't fault it. Will be returning.

Lisa

June 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Primrose Cottage Camping

Lovely spot with nice views. Toilet blocks were spotlessly clean. There were a few other campers there, but the site was very peaceful and quiet. Few pubs and small shops within easy walking distance. Helpful communications from Laura. Would recommend a stay here if you want to get away from it all.

Steven

June 2025

Tent

2 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Beautiful setting next to the stream. Nice clean facilities. Enjoyed the on-site cafe for breakfast.

Keswick camping guide

Where to go

Keswick and Allerdale

There’s no need to travel far outside of Keswick in search of quality camping spots. Holiday parks, farm sites, and lakeside lodges can be found around Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite, providing easy access to Allerdale’s other outdoor attractions, such as the Skiddaw peak and Crummockwater. The Allerdale Ramble passes through many of these, guiding ramblers and riders from Keswick all the way to the West Cumbrian coast.

Copeland and the Eskdale Valley

Another must-see region in the Lake District, Copeland is home to England’s highest mountain, Scafell Pike, which poses a fair challenge to keen hikers. The Coast to Coast Walk is another popular rambling route, connecting the Saint Bees Head Heritage Coast to Robin Hood’s Bay on England’s east coast. Campsites can be found throughout the Eskdale Valley, allowing weary travellers to soak up the sights after a hard day’s hiking.

South Lakeland and the Furness Peninsula

Home to England’s largest lake, Windermere, as well as the Morecambe Bay coast and Beatrix Potter’s former home, this region is a destination for families, with kid-friendly campsites and accessible walking routes providing plenty to keep little ones entertained. The Arnside & Silverdale AONB is another family favourite in the area, thanks to its abundant wildlife and regular events.

Eden Valley and Beyond

With the Lake District to the west, North Pennines AONB to the east, and Yorkshire Dales to the south, the Eden Valley is a convenient gateway to many of England’s protected landscapes. From discovering enormous waterfalls such as Cautley Spout and High Force to following long-distance trails deep into the heart of England, this region offers something for every Hipcamper, while caravan parks, farm sites, and glamping grounds provide plenty of overnight options.

When to go

The Lake District is among the wettest regions in England, with showers common even in summer. Crowds typically descend during the warmer months of July and August to enjoy the region’s regattas and festivals. Adventurers after a quieter time should aim for autumn or winter, keeping in mind that fell walking can have its own challenges in the colder weather.

Know before you go

The closest train station is in Penrith, which has a direct connection to London Euston.
Public transport is fairly reliable in the area, though it can be more convenient to have your own vehicle.
Several local agencies offer hiking tours for visitors with mobility restrictions. Check the official Keswick website for more information.
Not all campsites accept walk-ins, so it’s worth booking in advance.
Keswick has several outdoor supply shops in its town centre.
If you prefer two wheels to two feet, there are excellent purpose-built mountain biking trails at nearby Whinlatter Forest.