A peaceful lakeside scene at sunset with a pebble beach, calm water, green tree-covered islands, and misty mountains in the background.

Lake District Photography Guide

Keswick & Borrowdale

Keswick and Borrowdale are some of the most popular areas of the Lake District for landscape photography, and it’s not hard to see why. The peaceful shores of Derwentwater are backed by dramatic fells and surrounded by hidden waterfalls, there’s so much variety here. It’s a fantastic area for photographers of all levels, with plenty of spots that are easy to get to and some that need a bit more effort but are well worth it. Let’s explore some of the best places to visit in this stunning part of the Lake District.

A calm lake reflecting trees and mountains at dawn with frost on the grass.

River Brathay