The best waterfall hikes and walks around Windermere
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Last updated: October 19, 2025
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1. Skelghyll Woods – Wansfell Pike Summit loop from Waterhead
8.93km
03:20
470m
470m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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2. Bridge House, Ambleside – Wansfell Pike Summit loop from Waterhead
10.6km
03:35
510m
510m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Stock Ghyll Force – Bridge House, Ambleside loop from Waterhead
6.05km
01:49
190m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4. Wishing Tree Stump – Stock Ghyll Force loop from Waterhead
5.28km
01:32
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5. River Brathay – Elterwater Bridge loop from Waterhead
16.0km
04:34
370m
370m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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