Crag Fell, named for the broken, rocky cliffs it displays above Ennerdale, makes for a splendid objective from the village of Ennerdale Bridge. Despite its name, Crag Fell is a mostly gentle, grassy hill, which makes for a delightful traverse. One of a trio of Wainwright summits in the vicinity, it can form part of a satisfying round on the edge of the Western Fells.

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Location: Ennerdale And Kinniside, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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David Howells

June 9, 2021

Hiking

I wish I could say I had good views from here but the weather was horrid. I hiked this at the same time as Grike and Lank Rigg by parking on the Ennerdale to Calder road. Good paths but had no view at all today.

Adventurer Nic

May 17, 2021

Hiking

The summit of Crag Fell is a great vantage point from which to appreciate Ennerdale Water. The summit of Crag Fell is 1,716 feet (523 m) in height and marked by a cairn. Crag Fell is commonly hiked with Grike and Lank Rigg but I've also connected it on a route including Caw Fell. From the valley below you can appreciate where Crag Fell gets its name.

elisedowning

June 16, 2023

Running

INCREDIBLE views over Ennerdale.

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1. Grike Summit Cairn – Crag Fell Summit loop from Flat Fell

12.8km

04:07

540m

530m

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

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2. Grike Summit Cairn – Crag Fell Summit loop from Flat Fell

23.9km

07:35

950m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Grike Summit Cairn – Crag Fell Summit loop from Flat Fell

9.85km

03:02

350m

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

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Location: Ennerdale And Kinniside, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Grike Summit Cairn – Crag Fell Summit loop from Flat Fell

2. Grike Summit Cairn – Crag Fell Summit loop from Flat Fell

3. Grike Summit Cairn – Crag Fell Summit loop from Flat Fell

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