Also known as The Lost Boulders of Atlantis, this is the venue that puts the lake in to 'Lakes Bouldering'. Perhaps it’s a shame that some of the most enjoyable mid-grade bouldering in the Lakes is underwater most of the year, but then again so is the best rock climbing, up on Scafell. The up-side is that being submerged in Thirlmere for 9 months a year makes these boulders, when they emerge, as clean and rough as you can hope for.

Photo: Whale Arete (V5) Thirlmere Boulders, Lakes Bouldering © Jonathan Lagoe

ROUTES

27 boulder problems (VB...V8) Graded List of Routes List of First Ascents

Buttress (click for routes)	No. of Routes	Route Type	Sunshine or shade	Approach walk	Other	Page
Atlantis Boulders The boulders are substantial, landings are good (with a mat) and the rock is hard with lots of...	27			2 mins		114
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