Ennerdale Water

Ennerdale is the most remote of the western lakes, with a long valley of forest and open fell behind it. The track runs along the shore and up the valley, good for walking or hiring a bike. There is a car park at Bleach Green and another at the foot of the lake.

Good to know

• The lake loop is about 7 miles on rough shore paths
• Go on a weekday for near silence

Best time

Spring or autumn, early

Getting there

Sealed road to Bleach Green, dead end

Vehicles

Campervans fine

Dogs

Dogs welcome

Facilities

• Picnic tables
• Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.