High Pike occupies an enviable position halfway up the eastern arm of the Fairfield Horseshoe, a classic round of the high fells to the north of Ambleside. Not to be confused with another Wainwright fell of the same name in the Northern Fells, it is a conspicuous notch in the skyline when seen from the south, a fine-looking peak that’s certainly worthy of exploration.

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

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Adventurer Nic

April 28, 2021

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A great point along the Fairfield Horseshoe to stop and enjoy the view, particularly down to Windermere. Is this also not one of the longest dry stone walls in the Lake District that runs along the spine of High Pike? It must have taken such a long time to build. A real feat!

Tomek

September 7, 2019

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Make sure the visibility is good and you have plenty of energy for the steepish climb.

The Wandering Fiona

May 11, 2022

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Beautiful views of this mountain over to Grasmere or Ambleside

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1. Fairfield Horseshoe from Ambleside — Lake District National Park

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2. Dove Crag summit – Scandale Fell loop from Waterhead

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3. Bridge House, Ambleside – High Sweden Bridge loop from Ambleside

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Elevation 620 m

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

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View of Windermere from High Pike

1. Fairfield Horseshoe from Ambleside — Lake District National Park

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