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North West England

Rydal Water

North West England

Rydal Water

Highlight • Natural

Rydal Water

Hiking

4.9

(137)

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Tips

Dominiek Van Dooren

June 21, 2025

Hiking

Rydal Water lies in the heart of the Lake District and is connected to the larger lake of Grasmere to the west by the River Rothay. Spectacular views over the lake are offered by "Wordsworth's Seat", a natural rock formation on the western side of the lake, thought to have been one of the poet's favourite places in the Lake District. Situated just off the Grasmere to Ambleside road, this tranquil spot is ideal for a peaceful walk.
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January 10, 2024

Hiking

Below Redial cave there are couple of smaller "caves" or holes if someone is inclined to discover them.

May 8, 2021

Other activities

Lovely views of surrounding fells and Rydal water. Accessible paths around Rydal water. Great for families.

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#1.

View of Rydal Water – Rydal Cave loop from Lakes

5.06km

01:24

90m

90m

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

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4.8

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#2.

Loughrigg Fell summit – Rydal Cave loop from Ambleside

10.5km

03:19

320m

320m

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard

4.8

(164)

840

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#3.

View of Rydal Water – Rydal Water Beach loop from Lakes

12.3km

03:27

240m

240m

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

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Moderate

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Elevation 80 m

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Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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