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Carron Crag

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Carron Crag

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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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    November 16, 2024

    Hiking

    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.

    December 5, 2020

    Hiking

    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!

    September 18, 2023

    Hiking

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

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    1. Grizedale Forest loop from the Visitor Centre — Lake District National Park

    13.0km

    03:50

    370m

    370m

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

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    Moderate

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

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    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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