Derwentwater, or Derwent Water, is a lake in the Lake District in North West England, immediately south of Keswick. Its proximity to Keswick and easy access by the A66 make it an ideal destination You can enjoy many water sports on Derwentwater, including: Paddleboarding: Stand up paddleboards (SUPs) are a popular choice Kayaking: You can hire single or double sit-on kayaks, which are easy to use and a good choice for exploring the lake. Canoeing: You can hire canoes and take a guided trip with an expert. Sailing: You can hire sailing craft or take a Royal Yachting Association course. Windsurfing: You can hire windsurfers or take a Royal Yachting Association course. Wing Foiling: You can wing foil on Derwentwater Rowing: You can hire rowing boats. Derwentwater is undoubtedly the Jewel in the crown for Stand Up Paddleboarding in the English Lakes. Derwent waters numerous islands, secluded bays and river mouths provide a stunning back drop to your paddling experience. The wild life is second to none, so keep a watchful eye out for Otters, Kingfishers, Ospreys and other Lake Land wildlife. Derwent is a great lake for swimming and has many areas of publically accessible shoreline - see the Derwentwater guide map. Because Derwent is busy with boats, please keep close to the shore and make sure you're visible with a tow float and ideally someone with you on a boat, kayak or paddleboard. Whilst there are some areas of shallow water that may be warm, the deeper water can be cold, so always wade in slowly. You can go back and jump off the jetty afterwards!