Land of Tarns & FellsLake District
A magical land of rippling mountain ridges, deep, dark lakes and thick mountain forests stands hidden in a north western corner of England. The Lake District has fascinated and inspired visitors for generations, with creatives like William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter famously settling amongst the valleys and peaks.
Hike the mountain trails, kayak along the lakes, look out for red squirrels and the abundance of rare flora scattered throughout the expansive countryside. Awarded World Heritage Site status, the Lake District will continue to bewitch all who visit for decades to come.
The Lake District is a mountainous region in Cumbria, North-West England. Nearly all of the Lake District lies within the Lake District National Park, although the town of Kendal and the Lakeland Peninsulas are currently outside the park boundary. It was the second national park to be created in England and is the second largest in the UK after the Cairngorms in Scotland, covering about 912 square miles. It is the most visited park in the UK, with over 15 million people coming to the park to enjoy what it has to offer, every year.
Explore the Lake District
Adventures that you can do on your own, with the right knowledge, skills and equipment
Local Guides
Find local specialists who provide organised adventures in this area, great for those without experience or equipment
Popular Activities
Our favourite activities in the Lake District
Hill Walking
The United Kingdom boasts a huge variety of mountains and hills – rewarding tired legs with space, solitude and spectacular views across the country.
Mountain Biking
Whether racing downhill, riding a single track or cross-country, there are few better ways to explore the UK countryside than by mountain bike and few better ways to get seriously muddy in the process.
Wild Swimming
One of life’s simple pleasures, wild swimming is not only a great way to connect with the landscape, but boasts many documented health benefits too.
Gorge Walking
Gorge walking requires fewer technical skills than canyoning, but can be just as much fun. Climb waterfalls and jump into plunge pools whilst traversing rocky and dramatic gorges.
Adventure Inspiration
Everyday Adventure stories from the Lake District
Hiking in the Lake DistrictNavigating After Nightfall
Katy Who
Sailing across Lake WindermereRansome Notes
Karin Murray-Bergquist
Exploring the Forests of The Lake DistrictA Woodland Wander
Kayleigh Wright
Hiking & Wild Camping in the North LakesRidges and Roads
Veronika Cesalova
Campervanning in the Lake DistrictVan Life
Katy Who
Mountain Biking in Grizedale ForestGetting a Grip
Chris Walker