Windermere to Staveley

Recommended: Stunning views of the full Lake District fell panorama. Leaves Windermere via residential roads, then climbs onto grassy low fells on stony, sometimes rocky tracks, before dropping farm to farm through lush agricultural fields and quiet lanes into Staveley. Largely follows a well-signposted national trail; gentle for the Lake District with only mild ups and downs and though boggy and uneven underfoot in places. A delightful stepping-stone stream crossing. Largely follows the Dales Way national trail, though not throughout, so keep an eye on the map.