Wild Swim Atlas

    Wast Water

    Nether Wasdale, Lake DistrictLakeFree, open all year

    Directions
    Getting there

    Wast Water is a remote, deep lake where public swimming is allowed in the Lake District National Park.

    Water
    Lake
    Lifeguard
    No lifeguard
    Managed by
    National Trust

    Getting there

    Access is from the A595 along the western shore of Wast Water. The lake is near Nether Wasdale in the Lake District National Park.

    54.4393, -3.2920

    Get directions

    Rules to know before you go

    • Never swim alone
    • Check conditions before entering
    • Enter the water slowly
    • Avoid areas used by boats
    • Do not swim after drinking or taking drugs
    • Do not swim if blue-green algae is suspected

    Swimming spots nearby

    All of Lake District
    Open, wild swim4 mi

    Esk Falls

    Waterfall pool
    Boot
    Something changed at Wast Water? Closures and new rules help everyone.Report a change
    DirectionsOfficial site