Can you walk all the way around Ennerdale Water?

A circuit of roughly 7.5 miles is possible. The southern shore around Anglers Crag has rocky, awkward terrain, while the northern side generally follows forest road; check current conditions and diversions.

How deep is Ennerdale Water?

Ennerdale Water is about 2.5 miles long and reaches roughly 45 metres at its deepest point. Wastwater remains England's deepest lake at 79 metres.

What is the Wild Ennerdale project?

Wild Ennerdale has operated since 2003. It is led by Forestry England, the National Trust and United Utilities, working with Natural England to allow natural processes greater influence across the valley.

When is a Lake District Lake Not A Lake

Ennerdale Water: The Lake District's Least Accessible Water

No public road follows Ennerdale Water's full shoreline, although Bowness Knott car park provides access. The rough part of the 7.5-mile circuit is the southern shore around Anglers Crag; the northern side is mainly forest road.

8 August 20269 min read