Dive into the area’s natural wonders with our curated list of waterfall hikes and walks around Coniston. Whether you’re after eye-catching cascades or serene streams, here are some of the best hiking trails around Coniston with waterfalls.

Last updated: December 3, 2025

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1. Tarn Hows, Tom Gill & Tom Heights loop — Lake District National Park

4.49km

01:15

80m

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

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2. View of Low Water Tarn – Old Man of Coniston summit loop from Coniston

10.5km

04:23

730m

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

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3. Swirl How – Old Man of Coniston Summit loop from Little Langdale

15.9km

06:23

1,110m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4. Coniston Waterfall – Banishead Quarry Waterfall loop from Coniston

17.6km

05:14

460m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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5. Old Man of Coniston summit – View of Low Water Tarn loop from Coniston

9.86km

04:24

730m

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

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The best waterfall hikes and walks around Coniston

1. Tarn Hows, Tom Gill & Tom Heights loop — Lake District National Park

2. View of Low Water Tarn – Old Man of Coniston summit loop from Coniston

3. Swirl How – Old Man of Coniston Summit loop from Little Langdale

4. Coniston Waterfall – Banishead Quarry Waterfall loop from Coniston

5. Old Man of Coniston summit – View of Low Water Tarn loop from Coniston

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