Travel | National Geographic rated the most beautiful hiking destination in the UK

📍 Lake District National Park Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BS

⛰️ The Lake District National Park is located in the northwest of England and is one of the largest national parks in the UK. It is also a very popular hiking destination. This region is famous for its magnificent mountains, stretching lakes, and beautiful scenery, attracting a large number of nature enthusiasts and hikers every year.

🗺️ The Lake District National Park has 16 lakes, among which the most famous are Windermere, Consiston Water, and Ullswater. These lakes are surrounded by magnificent mountains and small towns shaded by green trees, forming a beautiful landscape painting.

In addition to lakes and mountains, there are many other attractions worth visiting in the Lake District National Park, such as Lyth Valley, Grassmile, Hawkshead, and Keswick. These places have charming pastoral scenery, ancient architecture, and rich cultural history.

🚗 Transportation: The best way to reach the Lake District National Park is by self driving
🚗 Driving: If you have a car, driving is one of the most convenient ways to get to Lake District National Park. Located in the northwest of England, the park is easily accessible from Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and other major cities. The entire park has several parking lots, including some nearby popular attractions, and many hotels and guesthouses have their own parking lots.

🚆 By train: There are multiple train stations in the Lake District, including Kendal, Windermere, and Penrith. The west coast trunk line runs through the park, connecting London, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh and other major cities. After arriving at the train station, you can take a bus or taxi to your destination in the park.

🚌 By bus: National Express and other bus companies operate services from London, Manchester, Glasgow and other major cities to the Lake District. There are also local bus services connecting towns and villages within the park.

The recommended best hiking routes include: Rydal Water, Orrest Head, Loughrigg Fell, Catbells, Tarns Hows All are the best scenic spots and routes that can be completed in 2-3 hours, beginner friendly for hiking