Grizedale Forest Park

About Grizedale Forest Park

We highly recommend visiting Grizedale Forest Park during your stay in the Lake District. It’s a great place for outdoor enthusiasts, with a wide selection of walking and cycle trails on offer. For visitors looking for an adrenaline fuelled activity – there’s a high ropes course and Segway trail! There’s also sculptures and picnic areas well-suited to visitors who would prefer to relax and explore at a leisurely pace.

Children are well catered for at Grizedale Forest. There is an outdoor adventure play park with a wide variety of wooden climbing frames, slides and swings. It’s a wonderful place to let children run free and enjoy the fresh air.

Walking & cycling trails

Take to the forest by foot or bring your mountain bikes to explore by pedal power. There are a range of trails of various difficulties, withs something to suit all ages and abilities from complete beginners to experienced riders. The routes are incredibly scenic offering magnificent views over the Lake District countryside. If you keep your eyes peeled you may be lucky enough to spot a variety of wildlife.

For a memorable experience, you can lead beautiful ponies around the forest on a 5 hour pony trek. The ponies will carry a pack containing everything you’ll need for a delicious hot lunch. This activity is only available a couple of days a month. Pre-booking is essential.

Sculpture

One of our favourite things about Grizedale Forest are the various sculptures dotted around the park. Try and find them all during your visit – you certainly won’t be disappointed! They are all made from natural materials and blend seemingly into their surroundings. They really are an impressive spectacle not to be missed.

Food and drink

Grizedale is a wonderful place to enjoy a picnic – there are many scenic spots to enjoy some home bought food. If the weather takes an unexpected turn for the worst, there’s an undercover area near the children’s play area.

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