Kielder Dam – Kielder Water Cycle Path loop from Mouseyhaugh

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Kielder Dam – Kielder Water Cycle Path loop from Mouseyhaugh

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Kielder Dam – Kielder Water Cycle Path loop from Mouseyhaugh

00:38

6.08km

30m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Northumberland National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.51 km

Kielder Dam

Highlight • Trail

Kielder water is the largest artificial lake in the UK by capacity. The lake is surrounded by Kielder Forest, which is one of the largest planted and managed woodlands in …

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2.35 km

Kielder Water

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Kielder Water is the centrepiece of Kielder Forest and is the largest human-made lake in Northern Europe. The full lakeside trail is 26 miles (41.8 km) long and is accessible …

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2.45 km

At the Kielder Dam spillway, three striking stones—known as the Waterstones—commemorate the reservoir's official opening by Queen Elizabeth II in May 1982. This understated art installation offers views of the …

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2.67 km

Toilets and Swallows' Nest

Highlight • Rest Area

Only toilets on the northside and also home to local swallows.

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3.07 km

Pathway Along the Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

3.08 km

Kielder Water Cycle Path

Highlight • Lake

This is a really nice scenic view of Kielder Water from the cycle path. If you are lucky to come here on a clear day, the views of the reservoir …

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3.63 km

Kielder Dam

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Kielder water is the largest artificial lake in the UK by capacity. Surrounded by Kielder Forest which is one of the largest planted and managed woodlands in Europe.
The dam …

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6.08 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.40 km

375 m

309 m

Surfaces

3.01 km

2.85 km