There is something magical about the soft light of sunrise and sunset, which is further enhanced when the backdrop is that of the Lake District. Here then are the best places for sunrise and sunset in the Lake District.
Crow Park
On the outskirts of Keswick, and a mere 100m walk from a car park, this grassy field at the edge of Derwent water is one of the best viewpoints around. On a winters morning, you can get a sensational view of Cat Bells being lit by the pink glow of sunrise, as well as a view of a number of islands in Derwent Water, the largest of which being St Herbetts island.
Wastwater
The deepest lake, smallest church, highest fell and biggest liar are all hallmarks of this iconic valley but, if that was not enough, it is also a beautiful place to see sunsets. Looking down the valley towards the towering slopes of Kirk Fell in early Spring, you will see these high fells lit up by the setting sun .
Green Gable
Starting from the already high up Honister Pass, this fell is relatively straightforward to ascend. While you might think its larger neighbour, Great Gable, would offer a better view, the best views are actually from just below the diminutive Green Gable. From this vantage point, you can see down both the Ennerdale and Buttermere valleys which at sunset in May and June, has the light from the setting sun shining down them. In the Ennerdale Valley you have the tributaries of the River Liza as well as a patchwork of forest. In the Buttermere Valley you have the twin lakes of Buttermere and Crummock to catch the light of the sun.
Newlands Valley
A slightly more hidden viewpoint, if you park at the carpark below Cat Bells and walk along the low level path heading south towards Skelgill you will reach this scenic spot. From here you can see the tapestry of fields, dotted with white houses with a stunning backdrop of the fells as the Autumnal light of sunset casts its golden glow.
Tewet Tarn
A small tarn opposite Blencathra gives a great view of the setting sun on the fell at Winter. With a relatively easy walk up through the fields from where you park after leaving the A66, this viewpoint is an ideal place to visit on a winters evening.
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