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Ard Crags summit

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Ard Crags summit

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Ard Crags occupies the northeastern end of a modest curving, rocky ridge, beautifully nestled in the upper Newlands Valley. It is easily accessed from the road over the Newlands Pass, …

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    February 27, 2021

    Hiking

    Ard Crags is a 1,906-foot (581 m) Wainwright fell in the Lake District that is often hiked alongside its neighbour Knott Rigg. It offers fantastic views down the Newlands valley. My favourite mountain view from the summit of Ard Crags is the nobbly bobbly top of Causey Pike.

    July 10, 2021

    Hiking

    Well I know the views are great from here but today there wasn't any. At least it got me out and about....!

    March 22, 2023

    Hiking

    Ard Crags 581m P116 (1906ft)
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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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    Elevation 630 m

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    Location: Above Derwent, Allerdale, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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