Kielder Water – View of the River loop from Kielder Water

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Kielder Water – View of the River loop from Kielder Water

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Kielder Water – View of the River loop from Kielder Water

01:14

12.8km

170m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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373 m

Kielder Bird of Prey Centre

Highlight • Structure

Located within the lakeside setting of Kielder Water, the centre contains one of the largest collections of birds of prey in the North of England, including eagles, falcons, hawks, vultures and owls.

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1.14 km

Lakeside Pine Trail

Highlight • Lake

The Lakeside Pine Trail is a charming section of the Lakeside Way, winding along the southern shore of Kielder Water. This section is known for its pine-rich woodland, fresh air, …

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1.22 km

Kielder Water, the largest human-made lake in Northern Europe, is the centrepiece of Kielder Forest Park, England's largest working forest. A stroll along its tranquil banks is hugely rewarding, while …

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1.79 km

Freya's Cabin (Kielder Water)

Highlight • Viewpoint

Freya’s Cabin is an enchanting wooden structure along the Lakeside Way, designed by Studio Weave in 2009 as part of Kielder’s Art & Architecture program. Constructed from 200 pressed wood …

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3.97 km

View of the River

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.52 km

Wickhope, Kielder Water

Highlight • Lake

The Lakeside Way runs beautifully parallel to Kielder Water here. Dozens of sailing boats are anchored off Wickhope. A magnificent spectacle.

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5.84 km

Kielder Water Lakeside Path

Highlight • Trail

The southern shore of the Lakeside Way offers a scenic route along the UK's largest man-made lake. This well-maintained multi-user trail winds through woodland, past art installations, and offers waterfront views, with frequent encounters with red squirrels and ospreys.

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6.39 km

Forest Path

Highlight • Forest

You're on the Lakeside Way (south), which includes both NCN 10 and the Reivers Route. This well-maintained multi-user trail winds through forests, past art installations, and offers water views, with regular encounters with red squirrels and ospreys.

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12.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

1.10 km

184 m

119 m

Surfaces