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Blea Tarn – Eskdale Mill loop from Borough of Copeland

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North West England

Blea Tarn – Eskdale Mill loop from Borough of Copeland

Moderate

4.8

(12)

86

hikers

Blea Tarn – Eskdale Mill loop from Borough of Copeland

03:50

13.3km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

3.42 km

Blea Tarn

Highlight • Viewpoint

This small tarn is surrounded by dramatic mountain landscaps, including the Langdale Pikes to the south and Harter Fell to the north.

Tip by

2

5.17 km

View of Harter Fell and Beyond

Highlight • Viewpoint

3

6.11 km

Whillan Beck Waterfall at Eskdale Mills

Highlight • Natural

Use poles, very uneven ground

Tip by

4

6.13 km

Old Watermill and Cottages in Lake District National Park

Highlight • Historical Site

Charming working water mugs

Translated by Google •

Tip by

5

6.24 km

Eskdale Mill

Highlight • Structure

Eskdale Mill is a historic watermill dating back to the 16th century, making it one of the oldest working watermills in the Lake District. The mill has now been restored …

Tip by

6

7.22 km

St Catherine's Church, Lake District

Highlight • Historical Site

7

7.24 km

St Catherine's Church and Stepping Stones, Eskdale

Highlight • Religious Site

Everyone loves stepping stones

Tip by

8

8.35 km

Stone Bridge Over the River Esk near Dalegarth

Highlight • Viewpoint

The River Esk flows through Eskdale. Lovely paths follow the banks, giving access to the river for paddling or just to enjoy the view. Bit rocky and rough but not far from the road and great fun for kids.

Tip by

11.0 km

Milkingstead Wood

Forest

B

13.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.91 km

3.28 km

2.35 km

550 m

166 m

Surfaces

4.36 km

2.36 km

2.22 km

2.11 km

1.44 km

598 m

166 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Thursday 8 October

15°C

8°C

98 %

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