Loweswater loop — Lake District National Park

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Loweswater loop — Lake District National Park

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Loweswater loop — Lake District National Park

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6.84km

80m

Running

Nestled in a wooded valley in the Vale of Lorton, Loweswater is a well-kept secret that’s a delight to explore. Uniquely, this is the only lake that drains towards the centre of the Lake District – emptying into Crummock Water, to which it was once joined. Looked after by the…

Last updated: June 7, 2024

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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885 m

Loweswater

Highlight • Viewpoint

Loweswater is one of the smaller lakes in the Lake District. It's unusual in that it drains towards the centre of the national park rather than towards the edge. It's …

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1.37 km

Holme Wood Bothy and the beach at Loweswater

Highlight • Beach

Holme Wood Bothy sleeps six, is situated on the shores of Loweswater and can be booked via the National Trust - nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/bothy-holme-wood-the-lake-district

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3.44 km

Parking

5.99 km

Kirkstile Inn

Highlight • Pub

A great mountain pub with good views, a nice beer garden, excellent beer and well-cooked food. They also have rooms if you fancy a bit of luxury and a hearty breakfast before the days running.

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6.84 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.53 km

2.19 km

956 m

168 m

Surfaces

2.76 km

1.36 km

1.32 km

771 m

638 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 20 October

11°C

6°C

81 %

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Comments

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April 27, 2023

Nestled in a wooded valley in the Vale of Lorton, Loweswater is a well-kept secret that’s a delight to explore. Uniquely, this is the only lake that drains towards the centre of the Lake District – emptying into Crummock Water, to which it was once joined. Looked after by the National Trust, this area