With impressive fells, stunning lakes and gorgeous views, the Lake District is one of the most picturesque places to visit in England.
This national park is jam-packed with activities to do, from visiting quaint villages and Roman forts to sailing and mountain biking.
But the Lake District is also well-known for all the incredible walks it has to offer - it’s one of the best ways to explore the landscapes that the park has to offer, as well as soaking up all of the beauty spots.
Going for a walk in the Cumbrian countryside doesn’t have to involve a challenging hike and specialist equipment though.
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There are plenty of straightforward walking routes you can follow, some which can be completed in less than an hour, so you can enjoy the scenery whatever your ability.
Read on for some of the best easy walks you can do in the Lake District.
Raven Crag Summit, Thirlmere
Raven Crag offers breath-taking views over Thirlmere and the nearby fells - it’s a viewpoint that’s well worth visiting.
Just over a mile long, the out and back route to the top is steep but achievable and takes around an hour.
Begin your walk at the roadside parking at the north end of Thirlmere, and follow the footpath through the forest.
Orrest Head, Windermere
Orrest Head is a brilliant viewpoint where you can look out across Windermere - and it’s easy to reach.
Start the walk in the town centre at the train station. You can choose between two routes to get to the top, the red route which is steeper and quicker, or the blue route which is easier.
It takes around half an hour to reach the top and the circular route is approximately 1.5miles.
The Bowder Stone, Borrowdale
One of the quirkier sites to visit on a walk, the Bowder Stone is a huge boulder which sits on its side and is estimated to weigh around 2,000 tons.
It was thought that it was left in that position due to the Ice Age but IT has been shown that it fell from a nearby crag.
It’s just a 15 minute walk from the nearby car park but with a ladder attached to the side of the rock, it’s still a fun place to explore and not far from the stunning Jaws of Barrowdale.
Aira Force, Ullswater
This impressive waterfall, which drops 70 feet, can be found underneath a stone footbridge, surrounded by a landscaped Victorian park and an arboretum.
You can follow a 1.3mile long trail through the woodland starting at the car park which can take around 2 hours.
If you want you can extend the walk to the High Force or to the summit of Gowbarrow Fell.
Todd Crag, Ambleside
On this walk you’ll enjoy lovely views of Lake Windermere and of the village of Ambleside.
The route takes about one and a half hours and is 2.6miles long, starting and ending in Ambleside.
Grasmere Lake
This flat route loops round the stunning Grasmere Lake, perfect for a relaxing stroll without any steep inclines.
Taking around an hour and a half to complete, the route is just over 3.5miles and you can start and end it at Grasmere village.
The route passes through a pretty woodland area and offers views of the surrounding fells.
Ravenglass Roman Bath House
For something a bit different to the other Lake District walks, head to the coastal village of Ravenglass.
There’s an easy flat route to follow along the shoreline, and if you walk up the river you’ll come across the remains of a Roman bath house.
The route is 1 mile and takes approximately an hour, with beautiful views of the sea.
Friars Crag, Keswick
A walk with peaceful views over Derwentwater, Friars Crag is a wonderful spot to sit and relax.
There’s a relatively flat route you can follow from the lake side car park which takes you to Friar’s Crag, and is accessible for those with mobility scooters or children’s pushchairs.
It takes around 15 minutes and is just over half a mile, although you can extend the walk by going along the B5289 road.
Catbells, Keswick
Known as one of the easiest fells to climb, Catbells is a brilliant family walk with gorgeous views.
Starting at Hawse End, the walk takes two and a half hours and is about 3.6miles.
There is a bit of scrambling to get to the summit but it’s worth the effort and there’s a grassy area which is great for a picnic.
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