Alcock Tarn – The Coffin Route loop from Ambleside

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Alcock Tarn – The Coffin Route loop from Ambleside

Moderate

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115

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Alcock Tarn – The Coffin Route loop from Ambleside

03:29

9.42km

570m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Lake District National Park

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Start point

Parking

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339 m

Wooden bridge at the eastern end of Rydal Water

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This bridge allows you to walk over the River Rothay with dry feet.

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1.76 km

View from Nab Scar

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On clear days you have a cracking views overlooking Rydal and Rydal Cave.

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1.77 km

View of Rydal Water

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Take a rest and look at the majestic view

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2.20 km

View from Nab Scar of Grasmere and Rydal Water

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This point marks the Wainwright summit of the fell - Nab Scar. You'll find a large cairn on the top, along with excellent views down to Grasmere and Rydal Water.

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3.37 km

View from Heron Pike

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windy at times..watch your step as the gusts of wind can blow you off your feet

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4.73 km

Alcock Tarn

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After the trail has been abandoned and the descent to Grassmere has begun, this small, idyllic mountain lake called "Alcock Tam" invites you to linger. The ducks that inhabit it …

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5.43 km

Grasmere Lakeshore

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Great spot and fairly easy to get to without too much walking. If the weather is good, then you can see far beyond the valley.

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6.02 km

Bracken Fell

Forest

6.43 km

Lady Wood

Forest

7.04 km

The Coffin Route

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The Rydal Coffin Route is a historic walking route in the Lake District. The route takes its name from the fact that it was the traditional route used to carry …

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9.42 km

End point

Parking

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