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Wansfell Pike summit

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Wansfell Pike summit

Recommended by 605 hikers out of 608

Rising above the honeypot town of Ambleside is a delightful ridgeline boasting panoramic views to the higher Eastern Fells and down onto the lengthy, sparkling ribbon of Windermere. Hikes to …

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    1. Wansfell Pike Summit – View of Windermere loop from Troutbeck

    10.8km

    03:38

    530m

    540m

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

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    Moderate

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

    Moderate

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

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    September 19, 2021

    Wonderful views along Windermere and the valleys at the top make the climb worthwhile. Then a slow steady descent through fields and pretty woodland back to Ambleside.

      May 22, 2022

      If you come straight up from Ambleside,it’s steeper than the other routes available but shorter in distance

        October 21, 2022

        This was our introduction to the Lake District. Not difficult but very worthwhile. And if you haven't had enough, you can continue hiking to the Red Screes like we did, which then results in an almost 17km long circular hike...

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          Elevation 510 m

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

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