The Lake District is one of my favourite places in the UK and somewhere I always look forward to returning to. So whether it’s low level walks, mountain hikes, wild swimming locations, waterfalls or general adventure you’re looking for, the Lake District has it all. Take a look below at some of my favourite things to do in the Lake District.
Mountain hikes in the Lake District
One of the Lake District’s best scrambles; Blencathra via Sharp Edge
Sharp Edge in the Lake District is one of the best Grade 1 scrambles leading towards the summit of Blencathra. This 7.2km route takes you over the exposed ridge and includes some tips for scrambling as well as a link to download the route to your phone.
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A quiet Lake District hike with big views; Allen Crags and Glaramara
A quiet hike in the Lake District with some incredible views of the Borrowdale Valley and to Derwentwater. Find the route and map for this 13km route here.
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The Caldbeck Fells; A Quiet Lake District Walk
A quiet, 14km circular route in the Caldbeck Fells of the Lake District with a chance to see the wild ponies. Full route guidance and downloadable maps here.
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Lake District hidden gem; Finding the secret neolithic cave on Pike of Stickle
Everything you need to know about finding this hidden cave on Pike of Stickle in the Langdale Valley of the Lake district. Map and location included!
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Belncathra via Sharp Edge and Hall’s Fell
Route details for a circular route of Blencathra via Sharp Edge and Hall’s Fell Ridge. Downloadable OS route included.
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Place Fell Hike with Ullswater Circular
A moderate, 13km circular walk in the Lake District of Place Fell (657m) and Ullswater. Get the full guide and download the map from OS here.
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Lower Level walks in the Lake District
Lake District sunrise hike; Yew Crag
A short and easy 45 minute walk in the Lake District to Yew Crag with stunning views over Ullswater lake. Here are two options for walking to Yew Crag.
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Buttermere Circular walk
An easy 7.4km, family friendly, circular walk around Buttermere. Includes the full route guide as well as ideas for other things to do in the area and places to stay.
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Castlerigg Stone Circle; circular walk from Keswick
A short 7.5km circular walk from Keswick to the Castlerigg Stone Circle. Family friendly and full route guidance here.
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An Unusual Lake District attraction; The Bowder Stone
The Bowder Stone is a quirky tourist attraction which opened in 1798. Find out where the Bowder Stone is, where to park and how to climb to the top of it.
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Sheffield Pike, Heron Pike and Glenridding Dodd Circular
Discover this 8.2km Lake District walk from Ullswater to Sheffield Pike, Heron Pike and Glenridding Dodd; a stunning circular route with panoramic views.Full route guidance and downloadable maps here.
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Waterfalls and Wild Swimming Locations in the Lake District
Three Lake District waterfalls for wild swimming
Three waterfalls in the Lake District to visit and swim in including Whorneyside Force, Sour Milk Gill and the Thirlmere Infinity Pool. Includes route details for each waterfall and links to downloadable map routes.
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Easy to find Lake District waterfall perfect for a wild swim.
One of the best and most accessible waterfalls and wild swimming spots in the Lake District just a 5 minute walk from the roadside near Ullswater.
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Lake District Waterfalls; Whorneyside Force
Everything you need to know about finding Whorneyside Force in the Lake District with parking and downloadable route.
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