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Dalehead Tarn
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Dalehead Tarn is a small mountain tarn below Dale Head, north of Honister Pass in the Lake District.
- Water
- Lake
- Entry
- See official website
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard
- Managed by
- Lake District National Park Authority
Getting there
The tarn is north of Honister Pass and can be reached from Honister Slate Mine or via Newlands Valley. It requires a walk on mountain paths.
54.5265, -3.1915
Get directionsKnow before you go
- Enter the water slowly.
- Swim along the shoreline.
- Wear a bright swim cap and tow a bright float.
- Do not swim alone.
- Do not swim if the water may contain algae.
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