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Allerdale
Keswick

Derwent Water – Viewpoint overlooking Derwent Water loop from Keswick

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United Kingdom
England
North West England
Cumbria
Allerdale
Keswick

Derwent Water – Viewpoint overlooking Derwent Water loop from Keswick

Hard

4.8

(476)

3,914

hikers

Derwent Water – Viewpoint overlooking Derwent Water loop from Keswick

05:31

18.8km

420m

Hiking

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

Last updated: February 12, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Borrowdale Rainforest National Nature Reserve

Lake District National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

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1

2.10 km

Hundred Year Stone

Highlight • Viewpoint

In the summer you can climb on them in winter you have to use stepping stones

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2

2.21 km

Calfclose Bay

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Great in summer to get away from the town

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3

6.46 km

Derwent Water

Highlight • Viewpoint

Derwentwater is a stunning stretch of water surrounded by majestic upland scenery. When the lake reflects the trees and mountains in its crystal-clear water, it is a spellbinding experience. The …

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4

8.10 km

Viewpoint overlooking Derwent Water

Highlight • Lake

Nice view worth the walk to go and see

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5

8.96 km

Low Brandlehow Jetty

Highlight • Lake

Keswick Launch jetty. Tickets can be purchased on the boat. For more details about Keswick Launch, visit keswick-launch.co.uk

These cruises sail past Derwentwater's four islands, now owned by the National …

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6

9.69 km

Hawes End Jetty, Derwent Water

Highlight • Structure

There's no finer way to approach Catbells than across the serene Derwent Water and stepping onto land at Hawes End. Whether you arrive via a lake cruise or a rowing …

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11.1 km

Skelgill Bank

Highlight • Summit

After the steep ascent up from Hawes End, many first time visitors to Catbells initially mistake Skelgill Bank to be the main summit. However, upon reaching the crest, they are …

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11.9 km

Cat Bells

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9

12.2 km

View of Derwentwater from Catbells

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Nice spot to grab a drink before you push on

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18.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.4 km

2.13 km

1.76 km

857 m

476 m

208 m

Surfaces

7.68 km

3.11 km

3.02 km

2.26 km

2.05 km

705 m

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

14°C

5°C

42 %

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