Away from the Crowds

The vast majority of visitors to the Lake District never set foot on a serious walk and when the do it is the popular fells and walks near the central spine from Keswick to Windermere which grab their attention. This leaves many other valleys and hills , if not empty, certainly visited much less option. On the 25 walks listed below it is possible to go all day in the summer holidays and see no-one else and that is a joy to many walkers. There are even some quieter walks (such as Grey Crag and Dock Tarn from Watendlath) which are centrally situated but the majority tend to be in the ‘more difficult to get at’ areas to the west, north and east of the National Park. Hidden gems.

Miles
9

Melmerby Fell

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

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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
8

From Arnside to Silverdale

L120
  • 3 miles of pretty coastal walking
  • Visit the attractive village of Silverdale
  • Unexpected ruins of Arnside Tower

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Miles
8

Appleby & the Eden

L114
  • Woodland, riverside and farmland combine
  • Explore the town of Appleby
  • Plenty of local inns to enjoy on the walk

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Miles
8.5

High Cup Nick

L112
  • A geography lesson for anyone
  • Well situated above pretty Dufton
  • Great views over the Eden Valley

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Miles
12

Fells over Longsleddale

L110
  • Explore this unspoilt Lake District valley
  • Good paths & easy walking throughout
  • Good views across the Kentmere Round

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Miles
6.5

Staveley & Potter Tarn

L108
  • Pretty stretch of riverside walking
  • Start and finish in the village of Staveley
  • Visit two tarns nestling in the bracken and heather

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Miles
6

A Caldbeck experience

L105
  • Great views over the northern fells and Solway Firth
  • Mix of riverside, forestry and open farmland
  • Explore the interesting village of Caldbeck

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Miles
7.5

Discover the Upper Esk

L089
  • Venture to the heart of Lakeland
  • Dramatic scenery in all directions
  • A classic tumbling mountain river

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