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Crummock Water

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Lakeside, Mountain, Valley

Walking, Swimming, Photography, Wildlife Watching, Kayaking, Fishing, Picnicking, Birdwatching

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Gordon Griffiths via Geograph.org.uk

Cold mountain water laps against the crunching dark shale shoreline as the immense, imposing shadow of Grasmoor falls directly across the vast, ink-black expanse of Crummock Water long before the golden morning sun manages to climb over the high eastern mountain ridges and illuminate the deep valley...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

2

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

8 day, 2 overnight

The Bridge Hotel – Buttermere, Kirkstile Inn – Loweswater, The Kirkstile Inn – Loweswater

Syke Farm Campsite, Workington Holiday Home

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Crummock Water?
Cumbria welcomes you to this spectacular body of water in the north-west region of England. Massive mountain ridges and rolling hills flank the lakeside shoreline.

What type of place is Crummock Water?
Crummock Water is a large lake in the Lake District National Park in North West England.

When is the best time to visit Crummock Water?
Spring through to autumn brings the finest weather for enjoying the lakeside walking paths. Late November also offers a peaceful alternative once the summer crowds finally leave the area.

What can you do at Crummock Water?
Walking along the western shore provides incredible views across the wide expanse of water. Swimmers also enjoy dipping in the pure mountain water near the southern end.

How long should I spend at Crummock Water?
Allowing roughly half a day gives ample time to enjoy a proper circuit walk around the edge. Serious hikers often stay longer to tackle the adjacent peaks.

Where do I park at Crummock Water?
Lakeside car parks offer ten available spaces, which split into eight day and two overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Crummock Water?
The Bridge Hotel in Buttermere and the Kirkstile Inn in Loweswater provide options to get a meal across three listed food spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Crummock Water?
Syke Farm Campsite and Workington Holiday Home offer two places to stay in the vicinity. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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