The Black Sail Pass connects two of Lakeland's most remote and spectacular valleys, the Mosedale branch of Wasdale and Ennerdale. Making use of the col between Pillar and Kirk Fell, many adventures in the high Western Fells come by this way. If in need of lodging, the Black Sail Youth Hostel lies at the head of Ennerdale to the north, whilst the legendary establishment that is the Wasdale Head Inn occupies Wasdale Head to the south.

Adventurer Nic

May 10, 2021

The highest point of Black Sail Pass separates the Wainwrights of Pillar and Kirk Fell in the Western Lake District. The main pass itself links the valleys of Ennerdale and Wasdale.

David Howells

July 7, 2021

It is a beautiful walk up to Black Sail Pass from Wasdale Head. Especially on a day like today. It is also gives a nice steady start to the day if you doing the Mosedale Horseshoe and cutting out Kirk Fell.

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Elevation 550 m

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Wednesday 12 November

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Location: Wasdale, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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