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Easedale Tarn
Grasmere, Lake DistrictLakeFree, open all year
Mountain tarn in a glacial bowl above Easedale Valley, reached on foot from Grasmere beside Sourmilk Gill.
- Water
- Lake
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard
- Dogs
- Dogs on leads
- Managed by
- Lake District National Park Authority
Getting there
Walk from Grasmere village along Easedale Road and the footpath beside Sourmilk Gill to the tarn.
54.4692, -3.0694
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Enter slowly because the water is very cold.
- Swim within your ability.
- Follow Leave No Trace principles.
- Do not jump into the water.
- Do not swim alone.
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Questions about Easedale Tarn
Can you swim at Easedale Tarn?
Yes. Easedale Tarn is a public wild-swimming spot, but the water is very cold and there is no lifeguard or nearby help.
Are dogs allowed at Easedale Tarn?
Dogs on leads
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