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Blencathra Summit

Blencathra Summit

Recommended by 386 hikers out of 387

One of the most incredible structures in the Lake District, hikes to Blencathra’s unique summit have thrilled for generations and are adored by many. Also known as Saddleback, due to …

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    1. Scales Tarn & Blencathra loop — Lake District National Park

    7.31km

    03:11

    580m

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

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

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    December 13, 2019

    A bona fide scrambler’s paradise, Blencathra serves up two glorious ridges in a truly memorable horseshoe. The grade one scramble up Sharp Edge, a razor-like spine featuring the notorious Bad Step, gets the juices flowing, before an equally thrilling descent of the craggy towers and rocky arête of Hall’s Fell ridge.

      June 19, 2019

      Not the biggest fell in the area, but Blencathra provides panoramic views of most of the Northern Lake District. With so many routes up, no matter your experience there's a route for you.

        January 9, 2017

        Breathtaking view at 868 m altitude on the beautiful Lake District (Good weather expected ;-))

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          Elevation 830 m

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

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