Easedale Tarn
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rajkn
London, UK134 contributions
Oct 2020
Was looking for a decent walk from close to Windermere and this walk came up. Glad that we did this one as its a brilliant walk from Grasmere village. Just the right time and effort required to get up to the tarn and back. The views on the way and once we reach there are outstanding with beautiful waterfalls on the way. The day we went for this walk, the weather was really dramatic changing from very heavy rainfall to sunshine and then we were pelted with hailstones with a raging wind during the 2-3 hr return walk. Due to the incessant rain there was a lot of marshy land on route along with lots of streams etc. The hike can also get very slippery after heavy rains. But it was all worth the effort for the fabulous views.
Written November 4, 2020
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MandandKev
Newcastle, UK172 contributions
Aug 2022
Picturesque walk with amazing views of the valley and waterfalls on the way up. Quite a challenge to the novice walker as it was very humid on the day we did the walk . The rocks to walk up were quite steep at times but easy to navigate although if it had been raining and wet we'd envisage it would have been more difficult
Reaching the top the tarn itself was beautiful and very tranquil and a lovely place to sit, relax, take in the view and have a snack before starting the decent back down.
We descended the way we came up as recommended by the guide we were following but with hindsight wished we'd tried going down the other side of the waterfalls to sample the views from the other side.
Would definitely recommend
Reaching the top the tarn itself was beautiful and very tranquil and a lovely place to sit, relax, take in the view and have a snack before starting the decent back down.
We descended the way we came up as recommended by the guide we were following but with hindsight wished we'd tried going down the other side of the waterfalls to sample the views from the other side.
Would definitely recommend
Written August 31, 2022
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Pottsicle
Widnes, UK41 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
I've done this hike, from Grasmere to the tarn, twice now. The first time was in terrible weather (driving wind and rain) which was not so good, but on this visit the weather was glorious. A well marked path up to the tarn, there are a couple of steeper sections but fantastic views and a few small waterfalls on the way up too
Written October 14, 2020
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Steve_Gordon_69
Chalfont St Peter, UK25 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
The walk from Grasmere up to easedale tarn isn't overly challenging but is definitely worth the effort.
The walk up gets you firstly to the waterfall fed by the tarn and on a hot day we had to dump our rucksacks and get in! It was fabulous and when correctly positioned you felt like you were getting a pummelling massage which was most agreeable. Following on from this the final walk to the tarn is fairly easy and the reward is a crystal clear body of water inviting you to jump in for a swim. Views from the tarn are also amazing.
Definitely my top spot so far on our Grasmere trip
The walk up gets you firstly to the waterfall fed by the tarn and on a hot day we had to dump our rucksacks and get in! It was fabulous and when correctly positioned you felt like you were getting a pummelling massage which was most agreeable. Following on from this the final walk to the tarn is fairly easy and the reward is a crystal clear body of water inviting you to jump in for a swim. Views from the tarn are also amazing.
Definitely my top spot so far on our Grasmere trip
Written August 16, 2020
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Carol P
Chesterfield, United Kingdom53 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Lovely hike up the side of the waterfall to reach Easedale Tarn. I had read previous reviews about taking hiking poles and would definitely recommend especially for the walk back down. The terrain is quite hard as a lot of stones but very enjoyable even on a wet day in March.
Written April 2, 2023
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John J
North Yorkshire, UK669 contributions
Oct 2020 • Friends
This is a great circuit to do for less experienced walkers who don’t want to climb several peaks.
The path is well signposted and a loop can be achieved by descending from the Tarn back to Grasmere via Upper Easdale.
We particularly enjoyed our walk up to the tarn by topping it off with a wild swim- highly recommended!
The path is well signposted and a loop can be achieved by descending from the Tarn back to Grasmere via Upper Easdale.
We particularly enjoyed our walk up to the tarn by topping it off with a wild swim- highly recommended!
Written October 21, 2020
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Ben P
Tring, UK121 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
We’d spotted this tarn from helm’s crag earlier in the week, so came back for a bit of an explore. It’s been raining a fair bit over the last couple of days, so the paths were pretty wet, but a fantastic view from the tarn and impressive waterfalls on the way up. From Grasmere it took about an hour and a half and was an easy climb.
Written August 21, 2020
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Nik B
Banstead, UK70 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
Beautiful walk from Grasmere village up to tarn for a swim. Head down lane towards Allen bank, all quite easy to follow the route (found on google search or follow OS map). The walk up took approx 1.5hrs, mainly cobbles/rock paths so stout footwear highly recommended. Spraining an ankle on the walk would be disastrous. You have to stop frequently to admire the view as the rest of the time you are watching your feet! There are steep sections but doable if you are fairly fit. You walk alongside the beck for quite a while but it was very low water. A couple of “paddling pools” near the top section. The tarn is absolutely stunning, we were the only ones there for a while, the water was warm and after the climb, the swim was heavenly. It was quicker going back down, we retraced our steps but you can return down a slightly different way. A bit more precarious on way down as again, watch where you put your feet, some stones are lose and you can slip a little. We took the dogs and they have to stay on the lead due to signs and sheep, so that is either a blessing as they “pull” you up, or a nuisance as they tug you down. We left at 7am and recommend an early start if hot. Very little shade once you start climbing. A late breakfast at the Old Bakery was a perfect ending.
Written July 23, 2021
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xyzKerry
Melton Mowbray, UK232 contributions
Sep 2022
For the regular walker this is just a moderate walk of around 4.5 miles (from the centre of Grasmere). In the wet the climb will be over slippery rocks in places so a walking pole is a must. When reaching the tarn you are greeted with wonderful views and a great place to sit with a picnic. For the return journey, we chose the circular walk route which takes you down what are known as the 'stepping stones'. This seems far better than back tracking as the route is a more gradual descent.
Written September 7, 2022
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getawaychick
York, UK321 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
We did this walk from The Swan with our two children aged 11 and 8. Our walk was 1st a November. It was a very coal morning (to begin with) but we had to take a slight detour from our planned route due to flooding in the path which became a torrent of rain water! The route up took us alongside Sourmilk Gill which was in full flow due to the rains. The path up was literally a stream and we got wet. The tarn itself was beautiful. There was a ready stream of walkers but due to the time of year it wasn’t busy at all. We wanted to walk around the tarn and come down on the opposite side of the waterfall but due to rains etc, all tributaries into the lake was a torrent mess and the ground boggy. We ended up almost walking up the opposite fell trying to find somewhere to cross but it was too dangerous. So we started our descent down - just as the clouds above opened! Due to the rain etc it was a difficult journey down. I can imagine it being easier in the summer but doubt you would get the spectacular waterfall etc. I would recommend the walk - even when it rains - to anyone wanting to see the tarn. Our children managed it and there were other children managing too.
Written November 1, 2023
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how long of a walk from Langdale Hotel & Country Club and return as a day hike. Is there a map available on line? thanks.
Written April 28, 2017
The walk to Easedale tarn from Grasmere is about 1hour 20 minutes allowing for stops
to rest and take in the views. The route is moderate, but can be strenuous as the path
ascends. You don't need a map. Follow the road (on foot) from the art gallery, past goody bridge. There is a foot bridge across the river opposite the post box built into wall.
Cross the bridge and follow the footpath towards and past the waterfall and on to the Tarn. An outstanding beauty spot, and great scenery. Enjoy.
Written April 29, 2017
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