The Top 5 Lakes around Gilcrux
Looking to visit the best lakes around Gilcrux? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Gilcrux’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 29, 2025
Bassenthwaite Lake
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One of the many stunning lakes in the Lake District, Bassenthwaite stretches for 4 miles (6.4 km) amongst the hills. There are no major settlements on the lake, instead you …
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Lakeside Path, Lake District National Park
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In British OS maps these paths are not included along the shore, probably because of private grounds. Nevertheless, much used and beautiful. On the street there are also parking lots …
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View Across the Irish Sea
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Allonby Beach is a vast sand and shingle beach on the Solway Firth, known for its panoramic views, shallow tidal pools, and rich birdlife. Located along the B5300, the beach …
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View of Bassenthwaite Lake from Wythop Woods
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This peaceful woodland affords fantastic views over Bassenthwaite Lake. Wythop Woods is home to lots of wildlife too, including roe deer, badgers and rabbits, as well as rare birds such as pine martin and osprey.
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Tarns Dub
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Tarns Dub is a small, shallow body of water on the Solway Coast between Allonby and Mawbray, surrounded by dune vegetation and grassland. Its name, derived from a "tarn" (mountain …
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