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Miterdale & Wasdale Low Dog Walk, Eskdale, Lake District

Miterdale & Wasdale Low Dog Walk

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Suitable forWalking
Dog friendlyRiverside

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Miterdale is one of the Lake District's hidden valleys — completely off the tourist trail, this quiet valley walk passes through ancient oak woodland and open fell pasture. Dogs run free throughout. The River Mite provides constant water stops. Utter peace and quiet.

For your dog

Off leadYes, there are stretches where your dog can run free
WaterRiver Mite throughout valley; fell streams
LivestockHerdwick sheep on fell
MudValley paths can be muddy
SuitsAll breeds — off the beaten track
Best timeAll year

Along the way

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Miterdale Ancient Oak WoodlandAncient sessile oak woodland on the valley slopes — one of the least visited ancient woodlands in the Lake District. Red squirrels may be present.

The route

Distance1.8 km
Off leadYes
Walking≈ 26 min
Climb↑ 23 m
RouteOut and back

A 1.8 km out-and-back dog walk from Eskdale, with 23 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 23 m in total

Before you go

FinishBack where you started
ParkingIrton Road, limited roadside, CA19 1TJ
By train or busRavenglass & Eskdale Railway (Irton Road halt)
UnderfootValley path partly accessible

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