The Top 12 Peaks around Gilcrux
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Gilcrux is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 12
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Gilcrux for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Gilcrux for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 23, 2025
Sale Fell
Highlight • Trail
The most northern of Wainwright's North Western Fells, Sale Fell is quiet and peaceful with fantastic views. As there are lots of different paths to explore too, it's definitely a place to put on your list.
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Binsey Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
Small but mighty! Binsey is (in my opinion) the easiest of all the 214 Wainwrights to climb. It does still offer wonderful views across Lakeland though. Binsey is a great …
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Ling Fell Trig Point
Highlight • Natural Monument
Can be done as a circular walk whilst also bagging Sale Fell
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Clints Crags Summit
Highlight • Summit
Clints Crags offers a special view to the south east, down Bassenthwaite Lake in the shadow of the mighty Skiddaw (mountain). The fell itself is only 245m in height and …
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Rivings Summit Cairn
Highlight • Summit
A fell in the Lake District with lovely views across to Sale Fell, Skiddaw and Barf. It can easily be added into a loop to bag Sale Fell (a Wainwright).
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