Campground

Wasdale Head National Trust Campsite

Wasdale Head, North West England

Mountain campsite under Scafell Pike, run by the National Trust.

Cost
Paid
Booking
Best to book
Wasdale Head National Trust Campsite
Nigel Brown · CC BY-SA 2.0

A famous walkers' campsite at the head of Wasdale, England's wildest valley. The route up Scafell Pike starts a few minutes away, and the Wasdale Head Inn is a short stroll.

Good to know

  • Roads in are narrow and winding; allow time
  • Book ahead in summer
  • Take extra care in poor weather on Scafell Pike
Best time
Dry weekends, early starts for Scafell Pike
Open
March to November
Getting there
Narrow lanes from Gosforth, no cell signal in places
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Showers
  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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