Upper Borrowdale From Seatoller the walk through Upper Borrowdale follows the lower slopes of High Spy before dropping down to Castle Crag. The short but steep climb to the classic views from Castle Crag is followed by a stroll up river to Seatoller. The Walk The walk round Castle Crag and along the riverside of the upper 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 267m Elevation: 267m / 876ft
Kirk Fell and Great Gable Kirk Fell and Great Gable are two of the giants that dominate the head of Wasdale. The climb from Wasdale head is steep, in places including some mild scrambling, but rewarded by some stunning views and a real sense of achievement. The Walk Great Gable is a popular mountain and can be climbed from a 5 Rating: Difficult walk 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 1050m Elevation: 1050m / 3445ft
A walk in Grizedale Forest Taking a walk in Grizedale Forest is best left for a wet or windy day as it is sheltered. The routes are well marked and the cafe is good. The walking itself though does suffer from the constant presence of the gloomy trees. Great for bikers. The Walk Taking a walk through a forest is 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 151m Elevation: 151m / 495ft
Cold Pike from Wrynose Cold Pike from Wrynose is a pleasant, short walk up a rocky little mountain overlooking Langdale. The return via the picturesque Red Tarn adds a lot to the walk. The Walk 2260′. Climbing Cold Pike from Wrynose Pass may feel a bit like cheating. It is little more than a thousand foot from the pass 3 Rating: Moderate walk 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 323m Elevation: 323m / 1059ft
Wastwater Screes The views when you walk on the ridge above the Wastwater Screes are some of the best in the lakes. Two Wainwrights sit astride the wide ridge. However beware of the rolling scree of purgatory if you take the lakeside return path. The Walk The Wastwater Screes are unique and this walk reflects it. Even 5 Rating: Difficult walk 9mi Distance: 9 miles / 14.4 km 692m Elevation: 692m / 2270ft
Blea Rigg from Langdale The walk up Blea Rigg from Langdale is full of character. The rugged terrain is typically lakes, rocky knolls and hidden hollows full of interest. As ever though it is the outstanding views you will remember. The Walk 1776′. For once chuck away the map. Instead simply enjoy wandering around the excellent high ground that 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 483m Elevation: 483m / 1584ft
Gowbarrow via Aira Force The climb of Gowbarrow via Aira Force is highly enjoyable. Not only do you visit a popular waterfall but the views from Gowbarrow along Ullswater are some of the best in the Lake District. The Walk 1425′. In the past I had always resented paying the pricey car parking fees to climb Gowbarrow via Aira 3 Rating: Moderate walk 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 318m Elevation: 318m / 1043ft
Binsey from Bassenthwaite A short climb of Binsey from Bassenthwaite brings some excellent views towards the Solway Furth to Skiddaw and beyond. The summit area has some interest and may have been the location for an old hill fort. The Walk The climb of Binsey from Bassenthwaite is largely uninteresting and, although the views are impressive, particularly over 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 354m Elevation: 354m / 1161ft
Finsthwaite Heights & High Dam Hidden away near Newby Bridge lies the lovely tarn of High Dam set in woodland and the quiet village of Finsthwaite. The walk also passes through some attractive moorland. The Walk The south end of Windermere tends to be an awkward area to walk. This is due to space being limited with a lot of 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 320m Elevation: 320m / 1049ft
Askham Fell and The Lowther Valley To the east of Pooley Bridge lies the broad ridge of Askham Fell. It separates the lakes from the lower grounds of the Lowther Valley which is a quiet area worth exploring. The Walk I was walking with Debbie and Andy as part of their wonderful Coast to Coast crossing on the initial section of this walk. The 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 380m Elevation: 380m / 1246ft
Causey Pike The distinctive summit knolls of Causey Pike can be seen from miles away. The steep climb though is hard. From the summit head over Scar Crags and Sail before returning over Outerside. The Walk I climbed Causey Pike just before the March Covid shut down. The whole area was eerily quiet but the walk as 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 860m Elevation: 860m / 2821ft
Little Langdale Little Langdale is the quieter of the two Langdale valleys. Because the mountains are less well known, publicised less it is tends to be less busy. There are a number of low level walks along the valley, this one includes the old slate mine in Tilberthwaite. The Walk Little Langdale is best approached over the 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 180m Elevation: 180m / 590ft