Cautley Spout is England's highest above-ground waterfall, dropping approximately 198–200 metres (around 650 feet) on the eastern flank of the Howgill Fells near Sedbergh, Cumbria.

It descends in a dramatic series of cascades rather than a single plunge, with no plunge pools at its base. The falls were formed when glacial erosion diverted Swere Gill, a north-flowing stream, over the edge of Cautley Crag.

The standard approach begins at the Cross Keys Temperance Inn on the A683, crossing a footbridge and following a path up the beck for roughly 1. 5 miles.

A steep zigzag path climbs to the right of the waterfall for those wishing to reach the top, where the route continues onto the open Howgill plateau. Caution is warranted near the gill, as the terrain is unforgiving.

After heavy rain the falls become a powerful torrent.