Low clouds over Bassenthwaite Lake

Bassenthwaite Lake*, owned by the National Park Authority, is one of the largest at 4 miles (6.4 km) long and 3/4 mile (1.2 km) wide, but also one of the shallowest (70 ft (21.3 mtrs)). It is the most northerly of the lakes, and has no major settlements on its shores. Bassenthwaite is a good place for viewing Osprey who nest nearby. The lake is also home to the vendace, a rare and endangered fish species found only here and in Derwentwater.

*Bassenthwaite Lake is the only body of water in the Lake District to be named a lake.