Lakes · North West England
Wast Water
Wast Water — a lake in england north west.

Peter Trimming — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British lake — freshwater body formed by glaciation, fluvial action or, where adjacent to populated areas, by deliberate damming.
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Place summary
Wast Water is a lake located in North-West England, situated within the boundaries of the Lake District National Park. It is noted for being the deepest lake in England, reaching depths of over 70 metres. The lake is surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, including the Scafell range, attracting walkers and nature enthusiasts. Wast Water is also designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, reflecting its ecological importance.
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- Coordinates
- 54.4417, -3.2949
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- manual: geonames-2634705 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wast Water?
- Wast Water is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Wast Water?
- Wast Water — a lake in england north west.
- How do I get to Wast Water?
- Its coordinates are 54.4417°, -3.2949°.