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Backbarrow Stone Bridge – High Dam Lake loop from Haverthwaite

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North West England
Cumbria
South Lakeland
Haverthwaite

Backbarrow Stone Bridge – High Dam Lake loop from Haverthwaite

Moderate

4.6

(24)

97

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Backbarrow Stone Bridge – High Dam Lake loop from Haverthwaite

03:54

13.5km

310m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

612 m

Backbarrow Stone Bridge

Highlight • River

An old stone bridge, quite impressive when the River Leven is in full flow.

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2

3.23 km

On your right as you descend

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3

4.06 km

Boretree Tarn

Highlight • Lake

Boretree Tarn

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4

5.48 km

Ancient Enclosure Boundary Wall

Highlight • Structure

5

6.70 km

Peatland Boardwalk

Highlight • Natural

6

7.56 km

High Dam Lake

Highlight • Lake

This is a fantastic swimming area and a great place for a picnic. The water is beautifully clear but can be cold, so take care.

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7

8.89 km

St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite

Highlight • Religious Site

St Peter’s is a pretty church nestled in the peaceful village of Finsthwaite. Built between 1873-79 to replace an older structure, the building has a distinctive tower and some excellent stained glass. St Peter’s is Grade II-listed.

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8

9.66 km

B

13.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.52 km

5.60 km

404 m

Surfaces

6.89 km

5.47 km

687 m

255 m

220 m

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Tuesday 5 May

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