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Cat Bells & Derwent Water loop — Lake District National Park

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North West England

Cat Bells & Derwent Water loop — Lake District National Park

Moderate

4.9

(411)

2,055

hikers

Cat Bells & Derwent Water loop — Lake District National Park

02:27

7.09km

360m

Hiking

Embark on the Cat Bells & Derwent Water loop, a moderate hike covering 4.4 miles (7.1 km) with an elevation gain of 1177 feet (359 metres), typically completed in 2 hours and 26 minutes. This popular route offers a varied terrain, starting with well-trodden paths before a steep ascent up…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

1.10 km

Skelgill Bank

Highlight • Summit

After the steep ascent up from Hawes End, many first time visitors to Catbells initially mistake Skelgill Bank to be the main summit. However, upon reaching the crest, they are …

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1.89 km

Catbells Summit

Highlight • Summit

The hike along Catbells is extremely popular — and for good reason. The walk is absolutely classic; fun terrain, spectacular views, lots of places to stop for picnics. In high …

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3

5.53 km

Withesike Bay

Highlight • Forest

Withesike Bay is one of many along the Derwentwater shoreline. You can get a brilliant sunrise here. The bay can get busy during peak season but there are others nearby to choose from.

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7.09 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.98 km

986 m

473 m

465 m

192 m

Surfaces

2.37 km

1.67 km

1.57 km

1.08 km

215 m

180 m

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Highest point (420 m)

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November 15, 2021,Hike

Brilliantvwalk but spent a bit of time on your knees

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