Looking for the best mountain biking routes around Esthwaite Water? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful lake around South Lakeland below — and discover more of on your next visit.

Last updated: October 20, 2025

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1. View of Lake Windermere – Rydal Water loop from Near Sawrey

54.4km

04:20

980m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Lake Windermere – Wray Castle Entrance loop from Hawkshead

17.0km

01:13

210m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Coniston Fells – Hodge Close Quarry loop from Hawkshead

22.3km

02:04

550m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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4. Iron Keld – View of Loughrigg Tarn loop from Hawkshead

22.5km

01:48

480m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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5. Iron Keld – View of the Langdales loop from Hawkshead

16.6km

01:26

380m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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The best MTB trails around Esthwaite Water

1. View of Lake Windermere – Rydal Water loop from Near Sawrey

2. View of Lake Windermere – Wray Castle Entrance loop from Hawkshead

3. View of Coniston Fells – Hodge Close Quarry loop from Hawkshead

4. Iron Keld – View of Loughrigg Tarn loop from Hawkshead

5. Iron Keld – View of the Langdales loop from Hawkshead

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