Camper Vanning The Lake District
A week in the lakes, hitting the mountain bike trails and hiking.....
Unless you were a local, you would never expect England's most beautiful lakes and one of my favourite cycling, hiking , and camping areas exists in one amazing location.
First two nights I wild camped, and the rest of the time parked at Coniston Hall campsite and used as a base.
Wild camping is great way to be close to nature and close to the bike trails.... Laws have changed. So, make sure its ok to park 4 the night. Countryside code; Close gates and take home your litter.
The Lake District is a great place to forget your troubles. Fact of the matter; it's all in our minds overthinking and not having time. Here in the lakes, there is no need to worry about the time, just enjoy, meet the people (Local & tourists) and have a mini adventure.
"I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel's sake. The great affair is to move." - Robert Louis Stevenson
Wild Camping:
Coniston - A5084, Coniston opposite Crake Valley Holiday Park LA12 8DL
Castlerigg - Stone Circle CA12 4RN
Campsite:
Cumbria, Coniston LA21 8AS conistonhallcampsite.wordpress.com/
Days Hike:
Old Man Coniston. Set off from the campsite.
Bike Parks:
Whinlatter - 2 red trails 6 & 4 Miles
Grizedale - Red trail 10 miles, with long fire trails. Also, check out the bridal paths with natural riding (Ask at the bike shop)
See Google map for locations:
The Gear
Planning:
Try to leave very little to chance, so once committed, not to give up easily.
Check the weather before heading off, to know what to expect, set off early and enjoy the great views.
Use OS Map App, and download before the map of the area.
Hiking kit:
What to pack - A balance between, being prepared for 4 seasons in one day and lightweight.
The Essentials:
Backpack - Lowe alpine AEON 27
Boots - www.bestard.com/gb/
Socks -
Flask - Lifeventure 1000
Waterproof trousers - Endura, I wore shorts with a Endura base layer tights and carried the water/wind proof if the weather changed.
Jacket -
Base layer -
Water bottles -
Hat -
Hiking sticks - Great for support of the knees and reduce twisting knees and ankles.
View and download the full checklist: HERE
EMTB Kit:
Bike, Orange Charger
Campervan Kit:
The drive-away awning, not only gives extra room, for sleeping and cooking. But, a place to dry out wet cloths and gear.
Sola Panel and Battery: EcoFlow
