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Lodore Falls

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Woodland, Valley, Mountain

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Photo: G Laird via Geograph.org.uk

Lodore Falls is a waterfall where Watendlath Beck drops through a rocky cleft between two crags into the Borrowdale valley, near the southern end of Derwentwater in the Lake District. It runs hard and loud after heavy rain and can shrink to a trickle in dry weather. The falls stand just behind the L...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

3 day, 7 overnight

Mizu Pan Asian Restaurant​, Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa Bar – Borrowdale, The Mary Mount Hotel Bar – Borrowdale

Derwentwater Hostel

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Lodore Falls?
Cumbria's famous Lake District holds this ancient attraction right behind a prominent valley hotel. Walkers usually stroll along the damp paths leading through the wooded valley to track down the cascade.

What type of place is Lodore Falls?
Lodore Falls is a waterfall in the Borrowdale Valley in Cumbria.

When is the best time to visit Lodore Falls?
Heavy rain always creates the most dramatic display, so you should head out right after a proper storm. Autumn weather also brings incredible colours to the surrounding oak trees.

What can you do at Lodore Falls?
Hikers love scrambling over the lower boulders to capture a great photograph of the rushing water. Anyone can follow the short trail through the valley to experience the cold mountain mist and roaring sounds up close.

How long should I spend at Lodore Falls?
Allocating roughly half an hour gives you plenty of time to enjoy the primary drop and absorb the landscape. Serious ramblers often spend a full afternoon combining the waterfall with a longer loop around the nearby lake.

Where do I park at Lodore Falls?
Vehicles can utilise a total of ten spaces split across three day and seven overnight spots near the site. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Lodore Falls?
Mizu Pan Asian Restaurant, Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa Bar – Borrowdale, and The Mary Mount Hotel Bar – Borrowdale offer three spots to grab a bite to eat. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Lodore Falls?
Derwentwater Hostel provides a place to spend the night in the immediate area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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