LakeHidden gem
Elter Water
Elterwater, North West England
A shallow little lake between two Langdale villages, with a flat walk.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Elter Water is a small lake near Elterwater village with a flat path along the River Brathay to Skelwith Bridge. It is easy walking for families, with the Langdale Pikes behind. It is also a good swim stop in warm weather.
Good to know
- Walk on to Skelwith Force
- Best time
- Morning
- Getting there
- Village car park, short walk
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs welcome
Facilities
- Toilets
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