Newlands Pass, between Keswick and Buttermere, Cumbria
Moss Force Waterfall
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6.4
Wildland
Under 1 hour
Time
Free
Cost
Dramatic
Feel
Why it's Wildland
6.4A series of falls drops down the fell beside the narrow road over Newlands Pass. The upper falls are visible from the road, with a short walk bringing you closer.
Moss Force makes a striking stop on the Newlands Pass: a tall, cascading waterfall with a short approach and a fell-side setting. Its appeal is the combination of raw scenery and easy access from the road, rather than a long walk or visitor facilities.
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The experience
Allow under an hour for a roadside stop and short walk to see the falls. Take care on the narrow pass and on the approach; check conditions before visiting.
Things to do
See the falls from Newlands Pass
The upper falls can be seen from the road. The pass is narrow, so stop only where it is safe and lawful to do so.
Short stop
Walk closer to the waterfall
The visitor guide describes a walk of about 500 m from the car towards the falls. Conditions and footing may vary.
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Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
Quick Escape: roadside waterfall stop
- 01
Stop at the roadside parking area if space and conditions allow.
- 02
Take in the falls from the road.
- 03
Walk towards the waterfall; the supplied guide estimates about 500 m from the car.
Verified history
The supplied visitor guide describes Moss Force as a waterfall cascading down over 100 m. No further historical account is established by the supplied sources.
Hidden details
The roadside view — The visitor guide notes that some of the best views are available from the car itself, before walking closer to the falls.
When to go
· Not established by the supplied sources.
The supplied sources do not establish a seasonal best. Conditions on the pass and approach should be checked before travelling.
Check current weather and road conditions before setting out. The supplied guide describes the access road as narrow and the pass as steep.
What to look for
Look for the upper cascade from the road, then walk towards the falls to see how the water steps down the fell.
Best time to go
Check conditions before visiting; the supplied sources do not identify a best season.
No particular time of day is established by the supplied sources. Check conditions before travelling.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
Photographers · Walkers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
A roadside waterfall beside Newlands Pass. A supplied visitor guide says it is accessible at all times and free to visit; check current conditions before setting out.
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Parking
A supplied visitor guide reports space for about 15 cars at the roadside; it is not an official car park. Check current parking conditions.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The source row says the entrance is not wheelchair accessible. The visitor guide describes a roughly 500 m walk from the roadside to the waterfall; terrain and conditions may affect access.
Cost
Free
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Around Moss Force Waterfall
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
