The best mountain hikes around Wast Water
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Last updated: November 13, 2025
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1. Scafell Pike Summit – Scafell Pike Summit loop from Boot
8.58km
05:01
890m
890m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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2. Seatallan – Buckbarrow loop from Eskdale Green
9.85km
04:25
710m
710m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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3. Haystacks (598 m) – Blackbeck Tarn loop from Buttermere
7.42km
03:02
490m
480m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4. Haystacks (598 m) – Grey Crag Climbing Routes loop from Buttermere
13.3km
05:33
880m
880m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5. Honister Slate Mine loop from Seatoller
3.59km
01:38
240m
240m
Moderate mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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