Looking for the best cycling routes around Buttermere? On this page, we bring you the best bike rides around Buttermere so you can just get out and go. All you’ve got to do is choose your route!

Last updated: November 9, 2025

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1. Buttermere, Crummock Water & Derwent Water loop — Lake District National Park

42.8km

03:11

880m

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

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2. Buttermere and Crummock Water – Newlands Pass loop from Buttermere

34.9km

02:34

750m

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

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3. Newlands Pass – Derwentwater loop from Stair

19.0km

01:15

230m

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

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4. Buttermere Village – Buttermere and Crummock Water loop from Buttermere

39.1km

02:26

400m

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

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5. Whinlatter Pass – Cyclewise Whinlatter Bike Shop loop from High Lorton

16.6km

01:08

270m

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

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The best cycling routes around Buttermere

1. Buttermere, Crummock Water & Derwent Water loop — Lake District National Park

2. Buttermere and Crummock Water – Newlands Pass loop from Buttermere

3. Newlands Pass – Derwentwater loop from Stair

4. Buttermere Village – Buttermere and Crummock Water loop from Buttermere

5. Whinlatter Pass – Cyclewise Whinlatter Bike Shop loop from High Lorton

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