Running around Buttermere 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 Buttermere—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.

Buttermere loop — Lake District National Park	Intermediate 00:51 7.64km
Buttermere loop — Lake District National Park	Expert 00:47 6.97km
Crummock Water & Rannerdale loop from Buttermere — Lake District National Park	Expert 02:02 16.1km
Burtness Wood Lakeside Trail – Buttermere Lake loop from Buttermere	Expert 01:59 17.4km

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Buttermere loop — Lake District National Park
00:51
7.64km
6:43/km
60m
60m
Intermediate
5.0
(4)
512
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Buttermere loop — Lake District National Park
00:47
6.97km
6:45/km
60m
50m
Expert
5.0
(4)
510
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Crummock Water & Rannerdale loop from Buttermere — Lake District National Park
02:02
16.1km
7:33/km
300m
300m
Expert
93
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Burtness Wood Lakeside Trail – Buttermere Lake loop from Buttermere
01:59
17.4km
6:49/km
150m
150m
Expert
125
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.