Aira Beck is most famous for its 66-foot (20 m) waterfall, Aira Force. It's a sight that has been popular since Victorian times and is surrounded by a landscaped park that is today managed by the National Trust.

Beyond Aira Force, you can follow Aira Beck upstream to High Force, another fine sight. The stream's source is high on the flanks of Stybarrow Dodd, a rounded Wainwright summit on the Helvellyn range.

Tom

June 27, 2019

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A great example of a waterfall, and it happens to be on the ulswater trail if you fancy a day of it.

David

April 15, 2025

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lovely sight to see, can get quite close.

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1. Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park Trail

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Hike the easy 1.7-mile Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park Trail in Lake District National Park, featuring waterfalls and Ullswater views.

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2. Aira Force – Gowbarrow Fell summit loop from Ullswater

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Gowbarrow Fell summit – Aira Beck Waterfalls loop from Matterdale

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Matterdale, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Aira Beck Waterfalls

1. Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park Trail

2. Aira Force – Gowbarrow Fell summit loop from Ullswater

3. Gowbarrow Fell summit – Aira Beck Waterfalls loop from Matterdale

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