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: April 3, 2026

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Lake District National Park

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978 m

Gill Force

Highlight • Waterfall

2.13 km

Money Tree Log, Lake District National Park

Highlight • Forest

2.17 km

Stanley Ghyll Waterfall

Highlight • Forest

This is a beautiful walk up through Stanley Ghyll which is a stunning gorge with a constant sound of tumbling waterfalls.

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2.28 km

Waterfall on Forest Path, Lake District National Park

Highlight • Forest

Stunning waterfall

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2.35 km

Stanley Ghyll Trail

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Stanley Ghyll flows down from Birker Fell to the River Esk near Boot. There is a steep path which follows the stream and passes the spectacular Stanley Force.

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2.45 km

Stanley Ghyll Force Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Stanley Ghyll Force on Birker Beck south of Eskdale is a 20m high waterfall in a dramatic narrow gorge.

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2.66 km

View of Stanley Force Waterfall

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Be really careful at the viewing point, it’s a 150 feet drop.

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6.09 km

Dalegarth Stone Bridge Swim Spot

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epic swimspot. I wouldn't recommend jumping off the bridge, it's not quite deep enough. I have seen it done but don't try it yourself!

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7.54 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.99 km

1.78 km

750 m

Surfaces

3.01 km

1.93 km

1.14 km

891 m

550 m

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Waterfall on Forest Path, Lake District National Park

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Dalegarth Stone Bridge Swim Spot

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