Mickleden Valley Trail, Grasmere Great Langdale

Walk into the wilds of Mickleden, a Langdale valley where clues to Neolithic and Norse settlers lie beneath pikes & crags. This easy out & back route follows the bridleway along the valley floor, on a section of the Cumbria Way. Stoney in places.

A 6.4 km half-day trail that offers a balanced outing without demanding too much. Budget around 1 hour and 25 minutes.

This is a circular route that brings you back to your exact starting point — ideal for a self-contained day out without having to organise return transport.

Part of the Local Walking Network (LWN), this trail is ideal for exploring the neighbourhood landscape. It is typically well-known to local walkers and offers an authentic sense of place.