Hidden Gems to find in Ennerdale Bridge
Ennerdale Bridge is a secret corner of the western lakes set in a quiet, remote valley making it a perfect place to find nearby hidden gems and secret places…
Smithy Beck Waterfall
From Ennerdale Bridge, head to Bowness Knott and follow the medieval footpath along the lakeside before reaching the secluded, magical spot of Smithy Beck. A little waterfall plunges into a crystal clear pool set amongst a woodland fit for fairies!
High Leys Nature Reserve
For a quiet spot amongst a stunning meadow brimming with wildlife, seek out the nearby High Leys Nature Reserve, which is less than an hours hike from Ennerdale Bridge. The 22-acre reserve represents one of the best species-rich hay meadow sites in Cumbria. The area offers an experience filled with rare flower-rich grassland and a diverse range of wildlife, which is an impressive visual spectacle during the spring and summer time.
Floutern Tarn
One of Lakeland’s lesser-known tarns, Floutern Tarn is set high up in the wilderness below the crags of Great Borne. The steep hike via Floutern Pass between Ennerdale and Buttermere is rewarded with a secluded, idyllic tarn set amongst the wild mountains of the west.