Loweswater – Holme Wood Waterfall loop from Mockerkin

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Loweswater – Holme Wood Waterfall loop from Mockerkin

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Loweswater – Holme Wood Waterfall loop from Mockerkin

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9.10km

240m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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1.26 km

The Coffin Trail with View of Loweswater

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Amazing views looking back over Loweswater!

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5.74 km

Loweswater

Highlight • Natural Monument

Loweswater is a peaceful lake that's often missed by many visitors. At approximately 1 mile long (1.6 km) and 0.5 mile (0.8 km) wide, it provides an excellent lake circuit for walkers with magnificent views to enjoy. If you don't fancy hiking around the whole body of water, though, why not enjoy the serene Holme Wood?

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6.07 km

Loweswater

Highlight • Viewpoint

Loweswater is one of the smaller lakes in the Lake District. It's unusual in that it drains towards the centre of the national park rather than towards the edge. It's owned and managed by the National Trust who maintain the paths around the lake.
For a runner the circuit of the lake is a nice fairly flat loop of about 4.2 miles (6.8 km). It's a nice change to run around the wooded sides of the lake rather than the more exposed fells.

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6.47 km

Holme Wood Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Holme Wood is a quiet and peaceful place to visit. The mixed woodland of alder, oak, lime, chestnut, ash and sycamore is not as visited as you might expect, meaning you can enjoy it in relative solitude. Running from the shores of Loweswater up the fellside to a height of almost 900 feet, Holme Wood's inviting pathways will lead you to spectacular views too.

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6.54 km

Holme Wood Bothy and the beach at Loweswater

Highlight • Beach

Holme Wood Bothy sleeps six, is situated on the shores of Loweswater and can be booked via the National Trust - nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/bothy-holme-wood-the-lake-district

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