This isn't the true summit of Fountains Fell but it is the highest point that the Pennine Way trail passes on this wonderful mountain in the Yorkshire Dales. Fantastic view from here to the Yorkshire 3 Peaks of Pen y Ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside.

Wandering Cloud

August 10, 2021

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Can't beat the views of Pen-y-ghent from here. Commanding views.

The Yorkshire Hiker

January 10, 2024

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Be careful in poor visibility conditions as there are fenced off old mines near the summit point

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Best routes to Fountains Fell Pennine Way Summit

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1. Fountains Fell loop on the Pennine Way from Malham Tarn — Yorkshire Dales National Park

13.6km

03:45

340m

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

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2. Fountains Fell Summit Cairn – Darnbrook Fell Trig Point loop from Pen-y-ghent

14.5km

04:11

330m

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

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3. View of Pen-y-Ghent – Pen-y-Ghent loop from Pen-y-ghent

22.5km

06:57

750m

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

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Elevation 700 m

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Location: Halton Gill, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Fountains Fell Pennine Way Summit

1. Fountains Fell loop on the Pennine Way from Malham Tarn — Yorkshire Dales National Park

2. Fountains Fell Summit Cairn – Darnbrook Fell Trig Point loop from Pen-y-ghent

3. View of Pen-y-Ghent – Pen-y-Ghent loop from Pen-y-ghent

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