The UK is home to an impressive , and with staycations becoming increasingly popular, Brits are now keener than ever to explore the incredible scenery at home in the UK.
From largest to smallest, these parks are known for their mountainous landscapes, dense forestry, bodies of water and scenic views.
Scattered across the UK, Brits visit these parks for adventure, rest, hiking, walking, activities, photography and many other exciting opportunities.
According to , these are the UK’s ranked in size order.
1. Cairngorms
This park is the largest in the UK. Located in Scotland, it’s a wonder of natural beauty stretching across 4,528 square kilometres.
Filled with mountains, forest paths, rivers, lochs, wildlife hotspots and friendly villages – you won’t be short of things to see in this huge park.
In this park, you can find five of the UK’s six highest mountains, alongside 55 Munros – mountains over 3,000 ft. The incredible NC500 road trip, named the best in the UK, is close to this region.
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2. Lake District
The Lake District is known for being home to some of England’s most beautiful lakes, such as Lake Windermere.
Famous poets such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge spend a lot of time marvelling at nature in this park, and many of their works are based on their experiences of nature there.
Area: 2,346 sq km.
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3. Yorkshire Dales
The Yorkshire Dales are home to beautiful natural features such as Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Janet’s Foss.
These sites include cliffs, gorges and waterfalls which can all be considered part of the same walk.
Area: 2,185 sq km
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4. Snowdonia (Eryri)
Snowdonia is known for being home to Snowdon Mountain, the largest mountain in Wales. It is part of the Three Peaks Challenge alongside Scotland’s Ben Nevis and Scafell Pike in England.
There are many pretty villages to see in the park, such as Harlech, which rests on the western edge of Snowdonia and is dominated by an impressive hilltop castle.
Area: 2,123 sq km
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5. Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
This park is known for its beautiful lake, which is its main attraction – many visitors enjoy heading out onto its waters to see the views from the lake.
For those feeling more adventurous, you can also participate in a variety of exciting water activities, such as kayaking, wakeboarding, and water skiing.
Area: 1,861 sq km
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