Amongst the dramatic rock fortresses of the Langdale Pikes is a sumptuous, high mountain tarn backed by a darkly menacing cliff wall. At the zenith of this cliff is a …

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Lake District National Park

Save

Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

Save

See nearby routes

Take Me There

Tips

Adventurer Nic

May 10, 2021

Hiking

Pavey Ark will forever hold a special place in my heart! It was my 214th Wainwright - the final peak bagging cherry on top of my first Wainwright round back …

davedventure

August 3, 2021

Hiking

An amazing spot in the Lakes with an incredible view! Is a bit difficult on a slippery surface and a moody day with limited view, so gotta be careful.

51m

November 22, 2022

Running

A 700m high point above Stickle Tarn and Great Langdale. Pavey Ark is rocky and steep on the southern side but flatter and almost part of the high plateau to the north. It's a climbing crag so be careful of the steep face. Most people at a run approach from the east via Stickle Tarn or from High Raise or the Langdale Pikes to the west and north.

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Nearby routes

Best routes near Pavey Ark

4.7

(99)

753

hikers

#1.

The Langdale Pikes - Pavey Ark, Thunacar Knott and Pike of Stickle

11.7km

04:23

730m

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Navigate with device

Send to Phone

Save

Hard

4.8

(50)

326

hikers

#2.

Stickle Tarn & Pavey Ark loop up Stickle Ghyll — Lake District National Park

5.44km

02:32

570m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate with device

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

4.6

(27)

249

hikers

#3.

Stickle Tarn – Pavey Ark loop from Great Langdale

12.4km

04:37

750m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate with device

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Details

Informations

Elevation 640 m

Good to know

Family Friendly

yes

Wheelchair access

Dog Friendly

yes

Weather

Tuesday 5 May

11°C

3°C

6 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See nearby routes

Take Me There

Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Calf Crag

Stickle Ghyll Waterfalls

Blea Tarn

Pike of Blisco Summit

Silver How

Sourmilk Gill Waterfall

Bowfell

Steel Fell Summit

Easedale Tarn Waterfall and Creek Crossing

Old Man of Coniston Summit

View of Easedale and Codale Tarns

Thorn Crag

Pavey Ark

#1.

The Langdale Pikes - Pavey Ark, Thunacar Knott and Pike of Stickle

#2.

Stickle Tarn & Pavey Ark loop up Stickle Ghyll — Lake District National Park

#3.

Stickle Tarn – Pavey Ark loop from Great Langdale

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Sign up or log in to keep exploring this route

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️