In the very north east of the Lake District National Park, hikes up Bonscale Pike make for a wonderful goal on a ramble around Ullswater. Standing atop the Pike’s steep western slope, the views along the lake into the mountains are fantastic. Rising immediately above Howtown, you can hike Bonscale Pike’s steep sides directly or add it into a longer circuit.

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Location: Martindale, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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The Yorkshire Hiker

May 5, 2024

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If you’re doing the Wainwrights don’t get drawn in by the trig pillars on the slope sides and be sure to bag the true summit marked by a small cairn

Adventurer Nic

June 25, 2021

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Bonscale Pike is 1,719-foot (524 m) Wainwright fell in the Far Eastern Lake District. The view of Ullswater is the best thing this fell has to offer to each hill walker who visits. An added bonus is that Bonscale Pike is a much quieter spot to enjoy the winding curves of Ullswater from in comparison to the western end of the lake, which is a total of 9 miles (14 km) in length. Hike to Arthur's Pike to enjoy more of this beautiful area.

444nicole_hiking

June 9, 2023

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Very steep ascent took me 56 mins in 19°c ....tough

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Fusedale Round - Steel Knotts, Loadpot Hill, Bonscale Pike

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Ullswater, Howtown & Loadpot Hill loop from Pooley Bridge — Lake District National Park

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Arthur's Pike summit – Loadpot Hill Trig Point loop from Martindale

13.8km

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650m

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

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Location: Martindale, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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