Of the charismatic Langdale Pikes, the citadels of crag that tower dramatically above Great Langdale, Loft Crag is probably the least ostentatious. Neighbouring Harrison Stickle is all bulk and muscle, while Pike of Stickle is the shapely, attention-grabbing one. Loft Crag, rising up between its two siblings, is more subtle with its charms, though it is no less spellbinding for it.

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

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1. The Langdale Pikes - Pavey Ark, Thunacar Knott and Pike of Stickle

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2. Loft Crag Summit – Harrison Stickle loop from Chapel Stile

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3. Pavey Ark – Harrison Stickle loop from Chapel Stile

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Adventurer Nic

May 5, 2021

Loft Crag is one of the fells collectively known as the Langdale Pikes. I particularly love the view of this mountain from it's neighbour, Pike of Stickle. Loft Crag is 2,238 feet (682 m) in height and the views to the surrounding Langdale Pikes from the top are outstanding. I paused for 20 minutes to enjoy some home baked lemon drizzle cake here whilst looking across to Harrison Stickle. The sight of Windermere in the distance is also a great view from the summit.

Woody

August 14, 2021

one my faves , it gets busy tho

The Yorkshire Hiker

March 1, 2024

Loft Crag has a summit elevation of 2,238 feet (682 metres) and is part of the well renowned 'Langdale Pikes' hiking route.

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