Best Yorkshire Dales National Park campsites guide

How about a road trip in the Yorkshire Dales this spring or summer? This rural region is a fantastic holiday destination with enough to see and do for any type of traveller. Hire a campervan or motorhome and hit the road with our guide to Yorkshire Dales National Park campsites!

Campsites in the Yorkshire Dales National Park

Masons Campsite Appletreewick, Nr Skipton BD23 6DD

Dog-friendly riverside caravan park in the village of Appletreewick on the banks of the River Wharfe and close to Bolton Abbey. Perfect for family camping holidays, the site has skittles/boules, a shop, a “coffee and bread shed” and firepits for hire. Pitches from £30.

The Old Hill Inn, Ingleton

Chapel Le Dale, Ingleton LA6 3AR

Ideal for couples and groups looking for Yorkshire Dales camping near a pub or a convenient base for hiking and climbing days – the pub is at the foot of Ingleborough and Whernside, part of the Three Peaks Walk. Pitches are £16.50 per night; pay at the pub on arrival.

Meadow Falls Camping and Caravanning

Holme Head Farm Road, Ingleton, Carnforth LA6 3PD

Also in Ingleton, with spectacular views over the Forest of Bowland. Award-winning Meadow Falls is popular with families and pet owners, and has family showers, a play area and fairy dell, a tuck shop, and a dog walk and dog shower. Pitches from £21.50.

Pennine View Caravan Park

Station Road, Kirkby Stephen CA17 4SZ

Eden Valley family-run and family-friendly caravan park a mile from Kirkby Stephen and a short drive from the Lake District National Park. Facilities include a shop, free wifi, a playground and a launderette. From £21.

Old Station Caravan Park Station Yard, Low Burton, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DF

Secluded country park in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales within easy walking distance of Masham. The park has a café, shop, launderette and facilities for disabled guests. Buses stop at the gate. Pitches from £26.

Gordale Scar Campsite

Gordale House, Malham, Skipton BD23 4DL

One of many scenic farm campsites in the Yorkshire Dales. Gordale Scar Campsite is a quiet park on a family farm, ideal for hikers because of the many spectacular walks close by. Call or email for bookings and prices.

Usha Gap Campsite

Usha Gap, Muker, B6270, Muker, Richmond DL11 6DW

Spacious campsite half a mile from the villages of Muker and Thwaite. A great option for families because of the extensive playing space and the safe footpath walks from the site. Among many amenities are male and female underheated toilet and shower blocks, a fridge freezer, a washing machine and a waste disposal point.

Wood Nook

Skirethorns, Threshfield, Skipton BD23 5NU

A green and peaceful wild camping site just outside Grassington in Wharfedale. Wood Nook caters mostly for tent camping but has a few pitches set aside for campervans – booking is advised. Pitche prices include access to heated toilet blocks, a heated shower block with free showers, a heated laundry and ironing room, a play area and free wifi. Pitches from £10.

Holiday in the Yorkshire Dales National Park

Covering a beautiful swathe of countryside in northern/north-west England, the Yorkshire Dales are made up of dales or dells (river valleys) as well as moorland, limestone hills and market towns. The park’s convenient setting and wealth of sight and activities mean it’s ideal for short breaks and weekends, active and sightseeing holidays, and holidays for families, couples or groups of friends. The Forest of Bowland is close by too if you want to extend your trip!

Our recommended Yorkshire Dales touring route starts from Leeds and takes five days, staying overnight at Ilkley, Nidderdale, Wensleysdale, Settle and Skipton. You’ll be spoilt for choice on what to see and explore in the park. Here are just a few suggestions:

• Waterfalls: Aysgarth Falls, Hardraw Force and Cautley Spout

• Yorkshire Three Peaks: Ingleborough, Pen-y-ghent and Whernside

• Malham Cove

• Settle—Carlisle railway

• Skipton Castle

• Ribblehead Viaduct

• Market towns: Settle, Kirkby Lonsdale, Hawes and Malham.

Plan Your Camping Trip Today

Wherever your starting point is or whatever type of holiday you’re looking for, it’s easy to arrange a holiday in the Yorkshire Dales. From basic to luxury, the national park has great campsites to suit every taste and budget.

Getting to the park is no problem either as it’s so conveniently set. Hire a van inYork,Leeds,Manchester or further afield – no matter what your budget is, you’re sure to find something to suit.

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