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Access to the tarn is via the A593 and then Ellers Brow. This road borders the hamlet of Loughrigg, a scattering of houses hidden behind mature trees and hedgerows, and climbs until it levels out near the south and western section of the tarn. Views can be had from the road, however, the better views can be explored further on foot using the public footpath from Tarn Foot Farm Campsite, which circles part of northern side.
Walkers, hikers, cyclists and campsite residents will enjoy the cooling waters of the tarn, especially on warm and muggy days. Swimming is popular with many people who enjoy the freedom that comes with tarn swimming (see external sites), as well as canoeing and kayaking for those that have their own crafts; what better way is there to explore the tarn up close? There are multiple routes to explore the area on foot, with many paths criss-crossing on Loughrigg Fell. Depending on how far you are willing to walk, other paths allow further exploration of [[Elter Water]], [[Skelwith Force]], [[Colwith Force]], [[Slater's Bridge]] and the disused quarries at [[Cathedral
There is also plenty of wildlife that call this place home, including minnow, pike, perch, ducks, moorhens and whooper swans, the latter of which also return annually to Elter Water, the lake that is literally named after these majestic birds (just don't get too close).
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