With so many potential routes for a bike ride around Tarn Hows, it’s tough to know where to start. That’s why we’ve collected our best routes for you; to help you easily experience the best of this lake. So, what are you waiting for? Scroll down to find your perfect cycle route around Tarn Hows.

Last updated: October 13, 2025

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1. View of Coniston Water – View of Coniston loop from Little Langdale

25.4km

02:17

470m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Coniston – Grizedale Gravel Forest Roads loop from Hawkshead

13.1km

01:14

230m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Elterwater Cycle Paths – Rydal to Ambleside Quiet Road loop from Hawkshead

23.6km

01:45

390m

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4. Hawkshead Village Centre – Grizedale Valley Road loop from Hawkshead

23.7km

01:44

460m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of the Langdales – The Swan's Duck Inn loop from Hawkshead

23.8km

01:31

270m

260m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Tarn Hows

1. View of Coniston Water – View of Coniston loop from Little Langdale

2. View of Coniston – Grizedale Gravel Forest Roads loop from Hawkshead

3. Elterwater Cycle Paths – Rydal to Ambleside Quiet Road loop from Hawkshead

4. Hawkshead Village Centre – Grizedale Valley Road loop from Hawkshead

5. View of the Langdales – The Swan's Duck Inn loop from Hawkshead

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