Derwentwater walk Use the excellent ferry service to enjoy this Derwentwater walk without having to walk the 4 miles return from Keswick. The paths pick their way amongst the trees on the shoreline and the views over the lake are always interesting. It is the best part of Derwentwater and very straightforward. The Walk The pretty woodland 1 Rating: Easier walk 2.5mi Distance: 2.5 miles / 4 km 17m Elevation: 17m / 55ft
Burnmoor and Blea Tarns in Eskdale The rugged nature of the land which circles Eskdale is perfect for the formation of a tarns (mountain lakes). This walk links 3 or even 4 in a peaceful circuit that also visits the rarely visited Miterdale. The area between Wasdale and Eskdale is a wonderful place to explore. I had never even heard of 3 Rating: Moderate walk 9mi Distance: 9 miles / 14.4 km 450m Elevation: 450m / 1476ft
Elter Water A walk round Elter Water will bring some easy walking and excellent views. In particular the north side path is very good, the south side having to leave the shores of the lake as it is private land. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 61m Elevation: 61m / 200ft
Walk round Ennerdale Water A walk round Ennerdale Water has so much appeal because it is quiet and unspoilt. On all lakeland walks the scenery is superb and this is no different, but the feeling of remoteness and inaccessibility adds a lot. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 9m Elevation: 9m / 29ft
Walk round Derwentwater Derwentwater is one of the most popular and attractive of the Lake District lakes but a complete walk round is rare. The reason for this is the proximity of the road to the eastern shore. However there is an excellent circuit. 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 11mi Distance: 11 miles / 17.6 km 680m Elevation: 680m / 2231ft
Styhead and Sprinkling Tarn A walk which goes in to the heart of the high mountains of the rugged Lake District without climbing them. Styhead and Sprinkling Tarn are the highlights but the scenery is spectacular throughout. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 507m Elevation: 507m / 1663ft
The Beauty of Ullswater To fully appreciate the beauty of Ullswater take the ferry to the quieter southern shores and walk back. The path is delightful and the ever changing lakeside views always interesting. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8.5mi Distance: 8.5 miles / 13.6 km 223m Elevation: 223m / 731ft
Derwentwater via Walla Crag The walk reads like a list of ‘must visit’ sites near Keswick. Walla Crag, Ashness Bridge, Surprise View and a return along the shores of Derwentwater to Keswick complete a fine day out. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 340m Elevation: 340m / 1115ft
Easedale Tarn from Grasmere The Victorians regularly walked to Easedale Tarn from Grasmere. The path up is a little loose under foot and rocky but really this is a straightforward and pleasant walk. The ring of mountains are suitably impressive. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 225m Elevation: 225m / 738ft
Mellbreak and Crummock Water Mellbreak and Crummock Water sit side by side on the quiet side of the Buttermere valley. Many motorists pass on their way to valley end but few stop at the excellent pub and complete this walk. It is one of the best. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 476m Elevation: 476m / 1561ft
Dock Tarn and Watendlath From Rosthwaite in Borrowdale a fine walk links Dock Tarn and Watendlath (tarn and hamlet). The walk climbs steeply to Dock Tarn before dropping past the larger tarn at Watendlath. It is a must do circuit. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 401m Elevation: 401m / 1315ft
Walk round Buttermere This short walk round Buttermere is straightforward and highly enjoyable. The views are excellent across the lake, valley and surrounding mountains. Beautiful and accessible for all. 1 Rating: Easier walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 15m Elevation: 15m / 49ft
