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Jacob's Ladder Cairn and Footpath Sign

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Edale

Jacob's Ladder Cairn and Footpath Sign

Jacob's Ladder Cairn and Footpath Sign

Recommended by 148 hikers out of 151

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Peak District National Park

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    1. The Woolpacks Rock Formations – Start of Jacob's Ladder Trail loop from Edale

    13.1km

    03:56

    380m

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

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    Intermediate

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

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

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    April 5, 2023

    A drizzly walk to a check point at the top of Jacobs Ladder supervising five groups and having to escort one of of the group down with an ankle injury. Nice rest spot for a poor little soul with a bashed in ankle.

      March 13, 2023

      One of the 600+ Peak and Northern Footpaths signs dotted around.

        March 15, 2023

        From this footpaths sign down to Edale railway station via Upper Booth, it takes about an hour.

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          Location: Edale, High Peak, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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