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Hisehope Reservoir – Smiddy Shaw Reservoir loop from Hawkburn Head

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Hisehope Reservoir – Smiddy Shaw Reservoir loop from Hawkburn Head

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Hisehope Reservoir – Smiddy Shaw Reservoir loop from Hawkburn Head

04:20

15.8km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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1.54 km

Hisehope Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Of the three reservoirs in this area, this one is the smallest. Additionally, it channels its waters to the Smiddy Shaw Reservoir through a small connecting canal. It is a …

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6.84 km

View of Derwent Reservoir from Muggleswick

Highlight • Climb

A lovely area to cycle near to Derwent Reservoir. Muggleswick offers a good climbing challenge up to the reservoir. Pretty steep but not too long and even a couple of …

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13.2 km

You can reach this reservoir from Waskerley via gravel paths. Completed in the late 19th century, it is part of a group of three reservoirs in this area, with the other two being Waskerley and Hisehope.

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14.0 km

Smiddy Shaw Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

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15.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.44 km

3.13 km

1.64 km

1.60 km

Surfaces

9.27 km

2.33 km

2.18 km

1.96 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Friday 8 May

9°C

3°C

68 %

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Hisehope Reservoir – Smiddy Shaw Reservoir loop from Hawkburn Head

Hisehope Reservoir

View of Derwent Reservoir from Muggleswick

Smiddy Shaw Reservoir

Smiddy Shaw Reservoir

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