Carron Crag is one of Wainwright’s Outlying Fells and makes for a fantastic adventure in the south of the Lake District National Park. In the heart of Grizedale Forest, you’ll …

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

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51m

November 16, 2024

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Carron Crag summit at 1,030 feet (314m) is the second-highest point in Grizedale Forest. The summit is clear of trees, so there are good Lake District views from the summit.

Adventurer Nic

December 5, 2020

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Carron Crag is one of Alfred Wainwright's Outlying Fells of Lakeland. It sits to the east of Coniston Water and is most easily walked from Grizedale. Check out the sculptures of Grizedale forest en route to the top!

Mike Dempsey

September 18, 2023

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Great views of Cumbrian coast, to South; and Coniston Old man, to East.

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Silurian Way

13.0km

03:50

370m

Hike the moderate 8.1-mile Silurian Way in Grizedale Forest, offering forest tracks, scenic viewpoints, and unique art installations.

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The North Face Trail

9.61km

02:44

210m

Hike The North Face Trail, a moderate 6.0 miles (9.6 km) loop in Lake District National Park, featuring forest paths and Carron Crag views.

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Carron Crag loop from Satterthwaite

6.14km

01:51

210m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 370 m

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

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Carron Crag

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