The crunch of gravel underfoot and the distant bleat of Cumbrian sheep set the scene at Low Moor Head, where rolling fellside meets working farmland. This is proper Lakes territory, stripped of frills but rich in that particular northern honesty that seasoned campers appreciate.
Low Moor Head suits those who value space and simplicity over entertainment complexes – tent campers, caravanners and campervan tourers seeking an authentic Cumbrian base without the summer crowds. You're in prime position for exploring the North West's most dramatic landscapes, with the fells providing a spectacular backdrop that changes with every shift of Lake District weather.
The site keeps things straightforward with clean toilet and shower facilities serving pitches across the camping area. Campfire policies vary, so check what's permitted when you arrive. The atmosphere here is quietly independent – you pitch up, brew your morning tea watching mist lift from the valleys, and head out to tackle the trails. Low Moor Head delivers that increasingly rare commodity: uncomplicated fell camping where the landscape does the talking.
2 routes found via OpenStreetMap
Walk data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Open in Maps uses Google / Apple Maps
Get a bespoke packing list tuned to this campsite's facilities, your party and the forecast — generated on demand by Camper AI.
Walking sandals & water-friendly footwear — the unsung hero of UK campsite ablution-block runs.
Outdoor jackets, fleece layers and boots — Berghaus, Rab, Patagonia and more under one roof.
Scottish-made merino wool base layers, cycling kit and hill-walking essentials — built in the Borders to outlast the British weather.
Alternative booking platform — listings for thousands of UK campsites, holiday parks and touring sites.
UK's biggest camping retailer — tents, stoves, sleeping bags, awnings and every accessory you forgot to pack.
† Partner links — CampCompass UK earns a small commission if you buy. Costs you nothing and helps keep the app free of ads.
Verified discount codes from outdoor brands — added by the team as new partnerships go live.
Try Pro free for 14 daysData from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate
We use a handful of cookies to keep you signed in (essential) and — only with your permission — to see which features help campers most (analytics). No ad-tracking, no selling your data. Ever. Read our cookie policy.
Registered with the UK ICO · CSN5693592
Made with Emergent