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Honister Pass

Borrowdale, United Kingdom

Views

A steep, narrow pass between Borrowdale and Buttermere, with a working slate mine at the top. Gradients reach 25%, so go slowly in low gear on the way down.

Nearest town
Borrowdale, United Kingdom
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
54.5105, -3.1985

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.
  • Hardknott and Wrynose passes (England). Size limits for motorhomes and trailers (length 6.5 m). Alternative: Go round via the A595 coast road.

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Campsites nearby

  • Wasdale CampsiteCampsite
    7 km from Honister Pass
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Great Langdale CampsiteCampsite
    10 km from Honister Pass
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Church Stile Farm And Holiday ParkCampsite
    14 km from Honister Pass
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityShowers
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • The Old Post Office CampsiteCampsite
    16 km from Honister Pass
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Grizedale Camp SiteCampsite
    24 km from Honister Pass
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Bowness on Windermere - Camping and Caravanning Club SiteMotorhome stopover
    25 km from Honister Pass
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Honister Pass?

Honister Pass is in Borrowdale, United Kingdom, at GPS 54.5105, -3.1985. It is about 11 km from Keswick.

Can you camp near Honister Pass?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Seathwaite Farm Campsite, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 113 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Honister Pass?

Honister Pass is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lake District passes: Kirkstone to Hardknott.

What is there to see near Honister Pass?

Places worth a stop nearby: Buttermere (6 km), Wast Water (10 km), Hardknott Pass (12 km) and Tarn Hows (16 km).

When is the best time to visit Honister Pass?

Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Part of these destinations

Lake District