To help you find the best hikes and walks around Colton, we’ve reviewed our full collection of trails and routes in the region. Browse all of the details of each route below — and explore more of the nature around Colton.

Last updated: October 17, 2025

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1. High Dam Lake – High Dam Lake loop from Finsthwaite

4.21km

01:15

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Finsthwaite Tower loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

4.31km

01:19

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Stricely Intake – New Intake loop from Satterthwaite

7.71km

02:19

250m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. High Light Haw – Brock Barrow loop from High Nibthwaite

6.77km

02:04

230m

240m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Finsthwaite Tower – St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite loop from Finsthwaite

4.39km

01:22

170m

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Colton

1. High Dam Lake – High Dam Lake loop from Finsthwaite

2. Finsthwaite Tower loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

3. Stricely Intake – New Intake loop from Satterthwaite

4. High Light Haw – Brock Barrow loop from High Nibthwaite

5. Finsthwaite Tower – St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite loop from Finsthwaite

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