Walking
Waymarked walking trails of all lengths, riverside paths along the Bedburn Beck, and a sculpture trail to keep younger explorers curious.
A caravan site near Hamsterley Forest
Wake up in the County Durham countryside and be walking among the trees within minutes. Stag Park is an ideal base for exploring Hamsterley Forest — with a comfortable, fully-serviced pitch to come home to.
About 8 miles away
County Durham's largest forest
Hamsterley Forest stretches across roughly 2,000 hectares of the beautiful Durham Dales, filling a sheltered valley cut by the Bedburn Beck. It's the county's biggest forest and one of the North East's favourite spots for a day outdoors — whatever the season, and whatever the weather.
From gentle riverside strolls to lung-busting climbs, there's a route for everyone, and the forest changes character beautifully through the year — bluebells and birdsong in spring, deep shade in summer, and golden colour in autumn.
What to do there
Trails for every kind of day
Family cycling
An easygoing surfaced cycle route makes for a relaxed family ride through the heart of the forest.
Mountain biking
Purpose-built mountain-bike trails climb into the hills for riders looking for more of a challenge and big views.
Please check the forest's official website for current opening times, parking and trail conditions before you set off.
Your basecamp
Why stay at Stag Park
- Generous 11×12m pitches with electric hook-up & water
- Clean showers, toilets and washing-up facilities
- Dog-friendly — perfect after a day on the trails
- Secure, fully-fenced site with 24-hour CCTV
- Rated 9.6/10 by our guests
Base yourself near Hamsterley Forest
Book a fully-serviced pitch at Stag Park and make the most of the Durham Dales.