Running around Bassenthwaite Lake is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Bassenthwaite Lake—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Lothwaite – Sale Fell loop from Embleton	Expert 01:08 8.78km
Sale Fell – Ling Fell loop from Embleton	Expert 01:47 12.7km
Sale Fell – Lothwaite loop from Embleton	Expert 01:10 9.08km
Sale Fell – Ling Fell loop from Thornthwaite	Expert 02:14 15.7km

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Lothwaite – Sale Fell loop from Embleton
01:08
8.78km
7:43/km
320m
320m
Expert
96
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sale Fell – Ling Fell loop from Embleton
01:47
12.7km
8:27/km
580m
580m
Expert
5.0
(1)
64
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Sale Fell – Lothwaite loop from Embleton
01:10
9.08km
7:45/km
330m
330m
Expert
4.0
(1)
59
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sale Fell – Ling Fell loop from Thornthwaite
02:14
15.7km
8:34/km
680m
680m
Expert
58
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.