Amazing Summer Walks for All in the Lake District
One of the big draws of visiting the Lake District is the amazing number of walks for people of all abilities. Whether you want to scale the heights of Scafell Peak or take a stroll around Coniston Water, if you love fresh air and beautiful countryside there is everything for you right here.
Holiday Cottages Lake District
If you want to make the most out of walking in the Lake District, then consider a holiday cottage that is based on or near the trail head of many walks. The Coppermines has some outstanding family cottages that are located on the side of mountains meaning you can get walking right from your door without the need to get in your car. There are however a lot of stunning walks in the Lake District that makes taking the car worth it.
Summer Lake District Walks
Here are some of our favourite summer walks in the Lake District:
1. Tarn Hows
Just to the northeast of Coniston Water and a stone’s throw from the town of Hawkshead, Tarn Hows is an idyllic walk for all the family, taking you around clear, calm waters. It’s a circular route that is perfect for all levels of fitness and ability and is also pet-friendly.
With the Langdale Pikes in the distance behind you and the beautiful clear blue waters, it’s the perfect place to take a gentle stroll and have a picnic along the way. At just over 3km, you can complete the walk in around an hour.
2. Scafell Pike
This is the iconic destination for many who love visiting the Lake District not least for the amazing views of the surrounding countryside once you get to the summit. To the east of Wast Water and Wasdale Head, it’s a fairly arduous climb to nearly 1,000 metres but the views are certainly worth the effort.
There are some sections on the climb that can be challenging, and good footwear is essential, but most people with moderate ability will be able to manage it. You’ll need to put aside around 7 hours for the 13 km hike and there are three different routes of varying difficulty.
3. The Old Man of Coniston
This is another circular walk that is moderate in difficulty can be walked a directly from Coniston Village. There’s plenty to see along the route including old mine works and, as with Scafell Pike, the views at the top are impressive.
The good news is that different circular routes take between 2 and 7 hours to complete so you can match this to your ability. The most demanding trail is the Jack Diamond Path which follows a fairly steep ridge.
4. West Shore Windermere
There are plenty of lakes in the region but one of the most popular is Windermere. With its clear blue waters and surrounding hills, it’s the ideal place for a gentle stroll. The West Shore path leads you past the iconic Wray Castle with its gothic architecture and it’s a great place to stop and have a bite to eat.
The full path is just under 13 km and takes around 2 to 3 hours to complete but there are no hard climbs or difficult terrain, making it a great walk for all abilities.
4. Rydal Water
Finally, to the north of Windermere lies Rydal Water which is another circular walk that is ideal for all the family and all abilities. At just 4.5 km, it’s a comfortable walk over good terrain that will take you just a few hours to complete. Along the way, you’ll even pass by the home of William Wordsworth and there are plenty of spots to stop and have a rest or a summer picnic.
Wherever you walk in the Lake District you will be able to relive your happy days in one of our stunning Lake District Cottages.
