The Top 15 Gorges around Patterdale
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 15
to choose from around Patterdale. 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 around Patterdale.
to choose from around Patterdale. 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 around Patterdale.
Last updated: November 3, 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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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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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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Stickle Ghyll Waterfall
Highlight • Viewpoint
The descent past Stickle Tarn runs along a mountain river with a steep drop, rapids, waterfalls. Very beautiful and in hot weather an ideal cooling.
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Great Langdale
Highlight • Gorge
Lots of challenging one day walking routes. Be prepared for constantly changing weather conditions.
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