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Coniston to Elterwater, Lake District

Summary

A linear walk from Coniston to Elterwater. Follow the Coppermines Valley up to Levers Water then ascend to the Col at Swirl Hause. A descent into the Greenburn valley leads to some fine scenery in Little Langdale before finishing in Elterwater.
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
7.8 miles (12.5 km)
Walking time:
05h 00m
Type:
Linear

Start location

Coniston Co-op, 3 Yewdale Rd, LA21 8DU SD302975

lat: 54.3692256

lon: -3.0757322

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