Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: January 17, 2026

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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120 m

Whinlatter Forest to Keswick

Highlight • Trail

Car park prices are ridiculous. But lovely forest walks.

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1.17 km

Whinlatter Forest

Highlight • Forest

Wonderfully maintained forest trails in the heart of the Lake District

Tip by

2.75 km

Siskins Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

The soup is always homemade and wholesome. Have it with a homemade cheese scone. Lush.

Tip by

2.85 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.49 km

1.32 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.12 km

482 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (300 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 20 February

9°C

3°C

98 %

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