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Learn About the Park
OverviewLake District National Park is the largest National Park in England. As the name implies, this park is loaded with lakes, tarns, waterways, mountains, fells and woods.
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Information, Lake District National Park
Explore Information in Lake District National Park with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Information Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Information guide to compare the stops that belong together in Lake District National Park, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Fees and ReservationsYou're literally free to visit Lake District National Park: There isn't an entrance fee at this national park.
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Operating HoursLake District National Park is open to visitors daily, year-round. Please check for regular and seasonal hours.
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Driving DirectionsWith many roads in and around Lake District National Park, getting here by car is no problem.
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Public TransportationThere are a number of ways to get to Lake District National Park. This is served by numerous public transit options.
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FoodWith over 40,000 people living in towns and villages around the park, there are any number of restaurants, bakeries and pubs to visit when you're hungry or thirsty.
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ShoppingExpect to find everything from souvenirs to antiques to grocers to outdoor apparel shops to get you kitted for an outing, these are residential towns, after all.
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LodgingFor lodging in the park, most everything is held by private owners or by groups like the National Trust. There are plenty of types of lodging to choose from.
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Open Country and Wild CampingThere are no fees, permits or registrations necessary to explore or camp in the wilds of Lake District National Park.
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WeatherWeather in Lake District National Park can vary from one valley to the next and from mountaintop to lake below.
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SafetyThere isn't much to fear in Lake District National Park. As long as you've checked the weather and are dressed appropriately.
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PetsDogs are welcome throughout Lake District National Park, though specific areas and businesses may not be pet-friendly.
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AccessibilityLake District National Park has a number of accessible options and activities available across the park.
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Touring by CarAuto tours of Lake District National Park include both standard country drives on the roads that crisscross the park and Green Road driving.
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WalkingThere are more than 3,100 kilometers of trails, roads and paths to walk or bike in Lake District National Park.
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CyclingLake District National Park is a popular place for mountain bikers and road cyclists.
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SwimmingThere are plenty of lakes and 26 miles of coastline and estuaries where you may swim.
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PaddlingPadding the waters, lakes and tarns of Lake District National Park in a canoe or kayak is a fantastic way to make use of the natural resources here.
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SailingYou can hire a sailboat, take lessons, or rent one to take out on one of the lakes, tarns or waters of Lake District National Park.
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FestivalsThere are a number of festivals and fairs taking place year-round in Lake District National Park.
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Wildlife ViewingIn a landscape this rugged you'd expect to find plenty of wildlife and Lake District National Park has plenty to see.
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ToursA number of tours exploring Lake District National Park are available on buses and minibuses.
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Ranger-Led ProgramsMost guided hikes and talks are led by volunteers and experts in their field.
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Child-Friendly OptionsThere's no shortage of kid-friendly options in Lake District National Park.
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Top EventsThere's something going on every month in the towns and villages throughout Lake District National Park.
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TraditionsThe Lake District is one steeped in tradition, such as wrestling, fell running, rushbearing and the World's Biggest Liar Contest.
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HistoryAcross Lake District National Park you can find remnants of the earliest people here.
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Tree and PlantsNearly 12 percent of Lake District National Park is covered in woodland.
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WildlifeIn a landscape this rugged you'd expect to find plenty of wildlife and Lake District National Park has plenty to see.
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BoatingWindermere, Coniston Water, Derwentwater and Ullswater Lakes have facilities for public launching and mooring as well as private.
