This small lake is the final member of the trio that form the catchment of the River Cocker – and the only one of the western lakes that drains to the east. The surroundings have a softer, more pastoral feel about them and Loweswater still remains relatively untouched by tourism.

Loweswater always had a reputation for large trout, many of which were taken during the once prolific mayfly hatch Sadly, it seems both the large trout and the prolific mayfly have both had their day as this small lake has become another victim of the all too familiar pattern of enrichment and eutrophication.

Although a few trout probably hold on it is now coarse fish that predominate and the angling focus has shifted very much to the pike population. In the main these are smaller fish averaging around six pounds but there is always the chance of a better fish in amongst them.

From Cockermouth take the B5292 before turning right on to the B5285 through the Vale of Lorton. Turn right signed Loweswater and follow this narrow road through the village and alongside the lake until you reach Waterend at the western end of the lake.