Walks and hikes around Windermere and Bowness offer a quintessential Lake District experience, combining the charm of these bustling towns with the serene beauty of the surrounding countryside. Hiking around …

Last updated: September 23, 2025

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1. Orrest Head, Brant Fell & Bowness Bay loop from Windermere — Lake District National Park

14.0km

04:03

350m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Windermere, Wray Castle, Latterbarrow & Claife Heights loop — Lake District National Park

16.4km

04:48

420m

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

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3. Wansfell Pike Summit – View of Windermere loop from Troutbeck

10.9km

03:39

530m

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

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4. High Hagg Wood & Orrest Head loop from Windermere — Lake District National Park

3.63km

01:05

100m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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5. Sour Howes – Sallows Summit loop from Troutbeck

8.86km

02:56

410m

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

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The best walks and hikes around Windermere

1. Orrest Head, Brant Fell & Bowness Bay loop from Windermere — Lake District National Park

2. Windermere, Wray Castle, Latterbarrow & Claife Heights loop — Lake District National Park

3. Wansfell Pike Summit – View of Windermere loop from Troutbeck

4. High Hagg Wood & Orrest Head loop from Windermere — Lake District National Park

5. Sour Howes – Sallows Summit loop from Troutbeck

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