If travelling from junction 36 of the M6, proceed past Levens and Whitbarrow Scar on your right. On the 3rd section of dual carriageway after the M6 turn right for Witherslack. Go across minor crossroads at Derby Arms pub and after about 1 miles you see Witherslack school entrance.
Parking is on right and take path to tarn.
Species are roach, perch, pike and eels and best fishing is in Summer and Autumn. Normally tackled with rod and float methods or pole but because of surrounding trees pole fishing can be awkward. In Summer catching on 'the drop' takes plenty of roach on maggot and caster. Sweet corn, hemp and redworms are also very effective. Ground baiting is not allowed although it is ok to loose feed.