Wansfell from Troutbeck Walk, Windermere

Follow this challenging circular trail along old tracks and footpaths from Troutbeck to the fells. You're rewarded with outstanding views over Windermere and Ambleside from the top of Wansfell. Some rocky, uneven ground.

Covering 10.2 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 2 hours and 16 minutes.

With start and finish just a short distance apart, this near-loop trail offers most of the convenience of a circular route with a subtly different final stretch.

This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.