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High Dam Lake – High Dam Lake loop from Haverthwaite

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High Dam Lake – High Dam Lake loop from Haverthwaite

Moderate

4.6

(28)

106

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High Dam Lake – High Dam Lake loop from Haverthwaite

04:00

13.9km

310m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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612 m

Backbarrow Stone Bridge

Highlight • River

An old stone bridge, quite impressive when the River Leven is in full flow.

Tip by

3.23 km

Phoenix Tree – Fallen Scots Pine with Three New Trunks

Highlight • Forest

On your right as you descend

Tip by

5.48 km

Ancient Enclosure Boundary Wall

Highlight • Structure

6.70 km

High Dam Lake

Highlight • Lake

This is a fantastic swimming area and a great place for a picnic. The water is beautifully clear but can be cold, so take care.

Tip by

7.91 km

St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite

Highlight • Religious Site

St Peter’s is a pretty church nestled in the peaceful village of Finsthwaite. Built between 1873-79 to replace an older structure, the building has a distinctive tower and some excellent stained glass. St Peter’s is Grade II-listed.

Tip by

10.0 km

Squeeze Stile – Ancient Dale Boundary Remnant

Highlight • Structure

13.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.75 km

5.61 km

498 m

Surfaces

7.08 km

5.47 km

831 m

255 m

220 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 7 August

21°C

11°C

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Comments

February 25, 2025,Newby Bridge – High Dam and Yewbarrow wood loop

This is a lovely hike with moorland, woodland and amazing views. Although it's a bit tricky to follow at times there are plenty of signposts to help you along the way 👍

April 19, 2024,Newby Bridge – High Dam and Yewbarrow wood loop

This is our last walk of the holiday and one of the most stunning, Its one of those walks that ticks all the boxes. I found it on Komoot and I really appreciate the person who took their time to research it and post it. This is when Komoot shines. 👍🥰

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High Dam Lake – High Dam Lake loop from Haverthwaite

Backbarrow Stone Bridge

Phoenix Tree – Fallen Scots Pine with Three New Trunks

Ancient Enclosure Boundary Wall

Peatland Boardwalk

High Dam Lake

High Dam Lake

St Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite

Squeeze Stile – Ancient Dale Boundary Remnant

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