Ulverston to Coniston
14.9 miles (24 km)
This is the first leg of the Cumbria Way taking you from Ulverston to Coniston.
The walk first heads towards the village of Gawthwaite before continuing onto the beautiful Coniston Water. You then follow the footpath along the lake taking you into the village of Coniston.
Other highlights on this section are splendid views of the 2634 foot high Old Man of Coniston Fell while Grizedale Forest is also visible for much of the walk.
Ulverston to Coniston Ordnance Survey Map - view and print off detailed OS map
Ulverston to Coniston Open Street Map - view and print off detailed map
Ulverston to Coniston OS Map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking
Ulverston to Coniston Open Street Map - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
At nearby Torver you can pick up the Banishead Quarry Walk. This picturesque area includes nice trails along the Torver Beck and old slate quarries with a pretty pool and waterfall.