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Aira Force Waterfall & Ullswater Dog Walk, Lake District

Aira Force Waterfall & Ullswater Dog Walk

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Suitable forWalking
Dog friendlyRiverside

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Aira Force is one of the Lake District's finest waterfalls — a 20m cascade through ancient oak woodland above Ullswater. Dogs run off-lead in the NT woodlands; the lake shore below offers swimming and the 'steamer' boats pass regularly. Wordsworth was inspired to write here.

For your dog

Off leadYes, there are stretches where your dog can run free
WaterAira Beck above and below falls; Ullswater lake shore
LivestockNone expected
MudWoodland paths wet after rain
SuitsAll breeds — waterfall area needs care on slippery rocks
Best timeAll year — spectacular after heavy rain

Along the way

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Aira ForceA 20m waterfall dropping into a pool through an ancient oak gorge. Two Victorian stone bridges frame the falls perfectly.

The route

Distance3.6 km
Off leadYes
Walking≈ 1 h 08
Climb↑ 202 m
RouteOut and back

A 3.6 km out-and-back dog walk from Ullswater, with 202 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 202 m in total

Before you go

StartThe Hill, Matterdale, Matterdale EndOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingAira Force NT car park, CA11 0JS. Free for NT members
By train or busUllswater Steamer service and bus from Penrith
UnderfootMain woodland path accessible to falls viewpoint
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