description Derwent Water Overview
Derwent Water is a freshwater lake located in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England, immediately south of the town of Keswick. It is approximately 5 kilometers long and 1.5 kilometers wide, making it one of the major lakes in the region. The lake is notable for its four small islands, including the largest, St Herbert's Island, which is historically associated with a 7th-century hermit. It is fed by the River Derwent and surrounded by steep fells.
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Derwent Water ranks #81 of 214 in the Lake ranking, behind Dal Lake, ahead of Lake Bogoria.
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Where is Derwent Water located within the UK?
Derwent Water is a freshwater lake located in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England. It is situated immediately south of the popular tourist town of Keswick.
How large is Derwent Water?
The lake is approximately 5 kilometers long and 1.5 kilometers wide, making it one of the major lakes in the region. It covers an area of roughly 5.2 square kilometers and is relatively shallow, with an average depth of just over 5 meters.
Are there islands on Derwent Water that you can visit?
Derwent Water is notable for its several islands, with the largest being Derwent Isle and St. Herbert's Island. Visitors can easily reach some of these islands via the Keswick Launch company, which operates regular passenger boat services around the lake.
Which famous hiking trails are near Derwent Water?
The lake is surrounded by the stunning fells of the Lake District, offering direct access to popular hiking trails like Catbells and Walla Crag. The boat launch services across the lake make it incredibly easy for hikers to access these starting points.
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