Cunswick Scar is a 679-foot (207 m) fell in the south eastern Lake District, close to Kendal. Wainwright described the walk from the town over Cuswick Scar and neighbouring Scout Scar as "a walk above others: a pleasure every step of the way." The summit is marked by a broad cairn.

elisedowning

October 13, 2023

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Lovely little hill with views over to the mountains.

Tom

November 29, 2024

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decent views from the top. fun to run up here from kendal

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1. Cunswick Scar & Scout Scar loop from Kendal

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Hike the challenging 11.2-mile Cunswick Scar & Scout Scar loop from Kendal for panoramic Lakeland views and "The Mushroom" lookout.

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2. The Mushroom on Scout Scar – Cunswick Scar summit cairn loop from Kendal

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290m

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

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3. Cunswick Scar summit cairn – Kendal Fell viewpoint loop from Kendal

5.72km

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150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 260 m

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Location: Underbarrow And Bradleyfield, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Cunswick Scar summit cairn

1. Cunswick Scar & Scout Scar loop from Kendal

2. The Mushroom on Scout Scar – Cunswick Scar summit cairn loop from Kendal

3. Cunswick Scar summit cairn – Kendal Fell viewpoint loop from Kendal

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