Where2Walk in the Lake District

The best 150 walks in the Lake District

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To make it easier to find the walk most suitable for you I have divided the walks in to 5 different categories, if you click on the appropriate category below this will filter the walks for you:

When you have found the walk for you, you can either download a file for your GPS or print the walk on a single page. It is all free. When you print the page the text and the map print but the photography does not. Alternatively just use the description and the map to work out the route on the relevant O/S map of the area (the best way).

All the walks here I have walked in the past couple of years, therefore the information is up to date. The comments though are my personal view and anyone under taking one of these walks is doing so at their own risk, my recommendation is always to get the appropriate map and follow this whilst using the information supplied here as a guide.

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Miles
6

Blea Rigg from Langdale

L130
  • A broad ridge of hidden delights
  • Views over the Langdales and Coniston Fells
  • Quiet walking surrounded by more popular fells

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Miles
3.5

Robinson from Newlands Hause

L129
  • An easy climb to an attractive peak
  • Visit the dark depths of Moss Force
  • The views south are truly inspiring in low light

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Miles
6

High Rigg

L128
  • A rugged little hill of great character
  • Great views of the Lakeland giants
  • Easy walking for all ages and fitness

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Miles
8.5

Skiddaw from Keswick

L127
  • The classic climb of Skiddaw from Keswick
  • Superb views throughout the walk
  • Enjoy the excellent paths and easy walking

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Miles
9

Melmerby Fell

L126
  • High moorland walking
  • Start at attractive Melmerby
  • Views over the northern Lakeland fells

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Miles
8

Cow Green Reservoir

L123
  • A peaceful moorland walk of great variety
  • Spectacular waterfall at Caudron Snout.
  • Follows the Pennine Way along the River Tees

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Miles
5

South Tyne Trail

L121
  • One way walk on the South Tyne Trail
  • Travel the other way on the South Tynedale Railway
  • Great views of the river and South Tyne itself

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Miles
5

The South Tyne at Garrigill

L124
  • A peaceful walk along the South Tyne
  • The village of Garrigill is full of charm and character
  • Reverse the walk by joining the quiet footpaths

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Miles
6.5

An Alston Discovery

L125
  • Explore this lovely area near the South Tyne
  • Visit the remain of a Roman fort
  • Follow the narrow gauge steam railway

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Miles
15

Cross Fell from Garrigill

L122
  • Climb the highest fell in England outside the Lakes
  • Long moorland walk on a good track
  • Far reaching views over the Lakeland fells

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