Running around Windermere 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 Windermere—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.

Last updated: October 17, 2025

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1. Jenkin Crag – Troutbeck Village loop from Troutbeck

11.0km

01:36

540m

530m

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

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2. Cockshott Wood loop from Bowness-on-Windermere

9.86km

01:02

100m

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

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3. Cockshott Wood loop from Windermere

9.54km

01:00

110m

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

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4. Garburn Road – View of Yoke loop from Troutbeck

16.9km

02:30

770m

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

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5. Wray Castle loop from Far Sawrey

12.9km

01:21

120m

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

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The best running trails around Windermere

1. Jenkin Crag – Troutbeck Village loop from Troutbeck

2. Cockshott Wood loop from Bowness-on-Windermere

3. Cockshott Wood loop from Windermere

4. Garburn Road – View of Yoke loop from Troutbeck

5. Wray Castle loop from Far Sawrey

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