Although diminutive

compared to the fells and mountains to the north, at 1,053 feet (321 m)

Gummer’s How is the highest point above Windermere’s southern shores and

rewards walkers with sensational lake views. Thanks to this, Gummer’s How is

deservedly popular. It’s an ideal objective as a final flourish at the end of

an extended visit to the national park.

One of the Lake

District’s most popular viewpoints

Of all the approaches

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Lake District National Park

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Location: Staveley-In-Cartmel, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Dan Hobson

April 22, 2022

Hiking

Gummer's How is situated on the eastern shore of Windermere, near its southern end. While the hill is small by Lakeland standards, it affords magnificent views over Windermere, across to the Coniston fells and Morecambe Bay.

He Rides Bikes

August 20, 2019

Hiking

Worth the short but interesting hike from the road to get amazing views across the Lake District.

Ben

October 9, 2018

Nordic walking

Very windy at the top.

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1. Gummer's How & Blake Holme Plantation loop — Lake District National Park

6.30km

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200m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Raven's Barrow (Cartmel Fell) – Gummer's How loop from Cartmel Fell

9.60km

02:54

310m

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

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3. Gummer's How – Raven's Barrow (Cartmel Fell) loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

12.8km

03:52

420m

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

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Elevation 300 m

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Wheelchair access

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Location: Staveley-In-Cartmel, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Gummer's How & Blake Holme Plantation loop — Lake District National Park

2. Raven's Barrow (Cartmel Fell) – Gummer's How loop from Cartmel Fell

3. Gummer's How – Raven's Barrow (Cartmel Fell) loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

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