Sykeside Camping Park
Cumbria
Sykeside Camping Park sits at Hartsop near Brothers Water and is every bit the walker's dog friendly campsite. Trails lead straight up into the surrounding fells, making it a natural base for anyone wanting to explore the area's abundant walking routes with a canine companion. The site itself has a relaxed, outdoors-focused feel and is popular with hikers and campers who want to be out on the hills all day.
Dogs are welcome throughout the campsite, including the shop, the bar and the on-site pub, The Brotherswater Inn, where a meal and a pint after a day on the fells is about as good as it gets. From Sykeside you can walk to Dove Crag, High Hartsop Dodd and Dovedale, and the Brothers Water loop is an easy option for a shorter morning walk. A strong choice for active dogs and owners who want everything on the doorstep.
At a Glance
- Dog Access
- On-lead on site
- Max Dogs
- 4
- Accommodation
- Tent, Touring, Motorhome
- Open Season
- Year-round, closed Christmas Day
- Site Size
- Medium
- Price Band
- ££ · Mid-range
- Booking
- Required
- Terrain
- Moorland, Meadow
Bookings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sykeside Camping Park dog friendly?
Sykeside Camping Park is extremely dog friendly, earning a 9/10 rating on Wildpack Collective. Dogs are welcome throughout the entire site, including the shop, the bar, and The Brotherswater Inn on-site pub — so your dog can join you for a well-earned meal and pint after a day on the fells.
Are dogs allowed at Sykeside Camping Park year round?
We don't have specific seasonal restriction information for Sykeside Camping Park, so we'd recommend contacting the site directly to confirm availability for your dates. That said, it's a site clearly set up with dogs and walkers in mind, so it's well worth checking.
What should I know before visiting Sykeside Camping Park with my dog?
Sykeside is ideally set up for active dogs and owners — trails lead directly from the campsite up into the surrounding fells, with routes to Dove Crag, High Hartsop Dodd, Dovedale, and the Brothers Water loop all accessible on foot. Parking is right next to your pitch, which makes arriving with dogs and gear nice and straightforward. It's a brilliant base if you want to be out walking all day and back at camp with minimal fuss.
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