Wild Swim Atlas

Angle Tarn

Seatoller, Lake DistrictLakeFree, open all year

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Remote high-altitude tarn in the Lake District National Park with several shore entry points described for wild swimming.

Water
Lake
Lifeguard
No lifeguard

Getting there

Access is by fell paths from Borrowdale or Langdale. The tarn is remote and requires a substantial uphill walk.

54.4587, -3.1673

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Rules to know before you go

  • Enter the water slowly
  • Stay close to shore until familiar with conditions
  • Swim beyond your ability
  • Swim in poor conditions

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Tarn at Leaves

Lake
Rosthwaite Fell, Borrowdale, Borrowdale
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