Browse local dog walks located inside the Lake District National Park boundary, with direct contact details from The Good Dog Guide.
The Lake District National Park is a great place to explore with a dog, with lakes, fells, woodland paths and villages spread across Cumbria. Use this page to find dog-friendly accommodation, places to eat, attractions and local services whose map locations sit inside the National Park boundary.
Many routes cross working farmland or areas with livestock and wildlife, so it is worth checking local signs and access information before setting off and keeping dogs under close control where needed.
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Local dog walks in the Lake District
♡ Favourite♥ SavedHelvellyn
Grasmere
Cumbria
- Steep but great views
- A real mountain hike
A beautiful walk up to the summit of the third highest mountain in England with fabulous views. It is steep and long but worth the effort. The walk back over two lower summits to Grisedale Tarn and down Raise Beck is also stunning. Not for the faint-hearted and definitely for… Read more
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♡ Favourite♥ SavedLatterbarrow Circular
Hawkshead
Cumbria
- Hike without struggling over stiles
- Rewarding Lakes views
- Misty's Mini Guides Hiking Guidebooks
- Big dog friendly walks in Cumbria
Beginning from the main car park in Hawkshead, head to the main road to the South of the village and turn left walking East carefully along the road. Just after crossing the river turn left along a minor road and follow this past Scar House Lane to a large house on your right,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedAskham fell - The Marsh Kelpie Tale Trail
Penrith
Cumbria
- Large open areas of moorland to explore
- Great views
- Lovely village with dog friendly pub
Large open areas of moorland to explore Great views Lovely village with dog friendly pub A fascinating 5-10km walk on Askham fell, home to many intriguing ancient sites from stone circles to burial cairns and a herd of wild ponies too! A spooky theme on open moorland! The walk… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedAngle Tarn
Hartsop
Cumbria
- Hike without struggling over stiles
- Angle Tarn is a fantastic spot for lunch
- Misty's Mini Guides Hiking Guidebooks
Begin from the car park at Hartsop and head East up the hill along the large track to Hayeswater. Cross the bridge and head steeply up hill to a path just below The Knott. Turn left and follow a large path Northwards to Angle Tarn (watch out for sheep and deer). Angle Tarn is a… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBorrowdale Ramble
Keswick
Cumbria
- Enjoy Cumbria without stile struggles
- Low level and relatively flat walk
- Guidebooks for BIG dog owners
Begin the walk from Seatoller NT car park (toilets here), head up the path leading through Johnny Wood then drop down a steep slope to a path through a gate. Turn right. Go through a gate into Borrowdale Youth Hostel campsite and follow the wall to your left to the bridge. Turn… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedGrasmere
Ambleside
Cumbria
- National Trust
- Rugged woodland, a walled garden
- Formal lawns &more
Nestled in a dramatic low fells backdrop, the Vale of Grasmere has strong associations with Wordsworth and the romantic poets Don't miss Wide range of walking opportunities, from high fells to lakeside and woodland paths Spring daffodils and bluebells at Dora's Field,… Read more
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♡ Favourite♥ SavedLowther estate - Pip the Impossible Tale Trail
Penrith
Cumbria
- Fantastic dog swimming spots
- Great castle views
- Lovely village with dog friendly pub
Fantastic dog swimming spots Great castle views Lovely village with dog friendly pub A really special 5km walk around the Lowther estate; riverside paths, castles and lost garden doors! Plenty to keep the kids and dogs entertained! Start in Askham village or Lowther castle, the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWindermere and Ambleside
Windermere
Cumbria
- National Trust
- Endless lake views and waterside paths
Beautiful Lake District walking country around Lake Windermere, with spectacular views and a variety of historic and cultural places of interest to visit Don't miss Troutbeck Park Farm was once owned by Beatrix Potter Ambleside Roman Fort Lakeshore access at… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedSticklebarn and the Langdales
Ambleside
Cumbria
- National Trust
- An adventure playground of rugged slopes
- craggy summits and a cracking pint
Glaciated, meandering valley surrounded by dramatic high fells and offering a strong sense of containment and isolation Don't miss Beautiful and rugged location at the heart of the Lake District Great location for rock climbing, ghyll scrambling, fell walking and… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedUllswater and Aira Force
Penrith
Cumbria
- National Trust
- Power and beauty of nature
- It’s a place to escape the ordinary
Beautiful lake winding through a glaciated valley with impressive mountain scenery and a waterfall that inspired many of Wordsworth's great works Don't miss Visit the spectacular tumbling Aira Force waterfall with beautiful surrounding walks Ullswater shore is home to… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLoweswater
Loweswater
Cumbria
- Nice easy walk
- Lovely lakeside views
Park at Maggies Bridge carpark at the East end of the lake, or along the edge of the road nearer the west end of the lake. both free Nice easy walk, can be wet/muddy in places around the lake, Following the road for about 1/4 of walk. Walk through Holme wood, new paths have been… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBorrowdale
Keswick
Cumbria
- National Trust
- Spectacular & varied lakeland landscape
- around Derwent Water
This rugged and dramatic valley is the heart of the central fells and the adventure capital of the north Don't miss The most wooded valley in the Lake District; the Atlantic Oak woodland is internationally recognised Steeped in mining history Brandelhow Park was the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedConiston and Tarn Hows
Coniston
Cumbria
- National Trust
- Majestic views and peaceful walks
- in beautiful countryside
Historic woodland and tranquil tarns framed by rugged mountainous scenery at the north end of Coniston Water. Don't miss Easy access strolls with picturesque views Many great locations for watching lakeside and woodland wildlife Exotic trees planted by 19th-century… Read more
