The Top 20 Gorges in Lake District
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 20
to choose from in Lake District. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Lake District.
to choose from in Lake District. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Lake District.
Last updated: November 24, 2025
Scaley Beck Rock Step
Highlight • Climb
A sudden rock step presents itself on the western side of Scaley Beck. Although only short, it presents a tasty little challenge to unsuspecting walkers and a little extra excitement …
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Foxes Rake (Foxes Tarn Gully)
Highlight • Gorge
Foxes Rake is a scramble route between Scafell Pike and Sca Fell. Stick to the gully itself which has water running down it from Foxes Tarn. In winter the water …
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Stickle Ghyll Waterfalls
Highlight • Natural Monument
Stickle Ghyll flows steeply down from Stickle Tarn to the Great Langdale Beck in the valley. It's a rocky ghyll with lots of waterfalls and pools, perfect for a paddle …
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Lord's Rake
Highlight • Climb
A brilliant grade 1 scramble, we dropped down from the top of Scafell pike to go up Scafell via this route, I would suggest if you are a confident and sure footed hiker then this is the route for you.
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Black Moss Pot
Highlight • Gorge
Black Moss Pot is a pool on Langstrath Beck where the water cascades into a small ravine. With high rock walls and a deep pool to jump into, it's is …
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