Great Wood Walk, North Lakes Outdoors
Dogs welcomeWalking routeLocal network
2.76 km from campsite
Route length: 2.6 km
Operator: National Trust
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Cumbria, North West
Borrowdale Youth Hostel
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The splash of Derwent Water against stones and the rustle of ancient oaks create a constant, soothing soundtrack at this Borrowdale camping spot, where morning mist clings to the fells that rise dramatically on all sides. This is classic Lake District territory, perfect for walkers tackling the Catbells ridge or families exploring the wooded trails that web through this famously beautiful valley.
Campers here enjoy straightforward facilities alongside the main hostel building, with proper showers and toilets that make base camp life comfortable after long days on the heights. The site welcomes tents, campervans and caravans, giving flexibility for different camping styles. Whether campfires are permitted depends on current conditions, so check when you arrive.
The atmosphere blends the social buzz of youth hostel culture with the quieter rhythms of outdoor camping. You're genuinely in the heart of Borrowdale here, with Keswick a short drive north and some of the Lakes' finest walking country spreading out in every direction from your tent door.
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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
12°C
Overcast
1 mph
89%
7-Day Outlook
Today
18° / 12°
94%
Wed
16° / 13°
94%
Thu
17° / 13°
100%
Fri
17° / 15°
92%
Sat
15° / 12°
73%
Sun
17° / 9°
43%
Mon
21° / 6°
51%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby
Local walks within 10 km
25 routes found via OpenStreetMap
Castle Head Viewpoint, North Lakes Outdoors
Walking routeLocal network
2.85 km from campsite
Route length: 2.1 km
Operator: National Trust
Lakeside Amble, North Lakes Outdoors
Walking routeLocal network
3.08 km from campsite
Route length: 4.6 km
Operator: National Trust
Derwent Water and Cockshot Wood Accessible Loop, North Lakes Outdoors
Walking routeLocal network
3.09 km from campsite
Route length: 1.6 km
Operator: National Trust
Accessible walk to Broomhill Point, North Lakes Outdoors
Walking routeLocal network
3.14 km from campsite
Route length: 6.2 km
Operator: National Trust
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Pubs & restaurants within 5 km
- DirectionsThe Hungry HeiferCafe 0.0 km~5 min walk
- DirectionsThe HayloftCafe 1.7 km~20 min walk
- DirectionschippyTakeaway 1.9 km~20 min walk
- DirectionsCafé WestCafe 2.5 km~30 min walk
- DirectionsYHA CafeCafe 2.6 km~30 min walk
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