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Dungeon Ghyll

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Mountain, Valley, Cliffs

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Ian Greig / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Dungeon Ghyll Force is a waterfall hidden in a deep rock cleft in Great Langdale, below the Langdale Pikes in the Lake District. The beck drops into a dark, narrow chasm crossed above by a boulder jammed between the walls like a natural bridge. It lies on the fellside above the New Dungeon Ghyll hot...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

5 day, 5 overnight

The New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel​, Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel (Hikers Bar) – Great Langdale, The Wainwright Inn, Chapel Stile​

Elterwater Hostel, Bellfoot Rural Retreat, Fox Corner

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Dungeon Ghyll?
Cumbria contains this deep fissure on the northern side of a famous valley. Walkers find the entrance on the fell slopes below Harrison Stickle.

What type of place is Dungeon Ghyll?
Dungeon Ghyll is a waterfall inside a narrow mountain ravine in England.

When is the best time to visit Dungeon Ghyll?
Spring through to autumn brings the safest conditions for exploring the narrow rock floor. Early autumn mornings offer a brilliant escape when the seasonal crowds drop away significantly.

What can you do at Dungeon Ghyll?
Hikers enjoy walking along the rugged edge to take dramatic photos of the deep chasm. Brave explorers can peer up at the massive wedged boulder hanging high above the deep pool.

How long should I spend at Dungeon Ghyll?
Allowing roughly an hour gives you enough time to take in the thundering sounds inside the gorge. Serious fell walkers can combine this stop with a longer route up the surrounding peaks.

Where do I park at Dungeon Ghyll?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist close to the trail, offering five day and five overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Dungeon Ghyll?
The New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel (Hikers Bar) – Great Langdale, and The Wainwright Inn, Chapel Stile provide three spots to grab a meal nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Dungeon Ghyll?
Elterwater Hostel, Bellfoot Rural Retreat, and Fox Corner offer three places to rest your head in the area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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