Elterwater, Little Langdale and the Waterfalls

This walk starts in Great Langdale but quickly crosses to the gorgeous neighbouring valley of Little Langdale, where it picks up a little used path along the base of Lingmoor Fell.  With several ups and downs and rough ground underfoot, this is the only part of the whole route that could be classed as anything but 'easy'.  With stunning views across Little Langdale Tarn towards Wetherlam and Swirl How, the bit extra effort is amply rewarded. Stoney Tracks and quiet lanes then lead east towards the woods surrounding Colwith Force and Skelwith Force, two impressive waterfalls.  The easy stroll back into Elterwater, with its excellent views of the Langdale Pikes, is the perfect way to end a perfect day.