Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Parking

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1.27 km

Higger Tor

Higger Tor is a distinctive landmark of the Dark Peak. Standing at 1,424 feet (434 m) high, you are afforded spectacular panoramic views from the summit, that stretch over the Burbage Valley and the Iron Age hill fort, Carl Wark.

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1.86 km

Carl Wark Iron Age Hill Fort

This awe-inspiring rocky tor boasts the remains of an Iron Age hill fort. There have been many Bronze Age artefacts discovered nearby, so the area could well have been populated …

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2.02 km

Scramble to Carl Wark Fort

Good fun scramble and great views from the fort, stone embankment wall is a must see

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3.85 km

Burbage South Quarry

Beautiful landscape all around

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5.14 km

Rock with a Painted Cross, Peak District

Never have noticed the cross but this little circular is very popular and it’s obvious why

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5.59 km

Burbage Edge

Burbage Edge is a rocky outcrop in the heart of the Peak District. It overlooks the Burbage district of Buxton in Derbyshire featuring a perfect shot of Higger Tor across the valley.

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6.78 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.47 km

1.22 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.21 km

2.40 km

168 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 27 September

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Higger Tor and Carl Walk loop via Burbage Edge — Peak District National Park

Higger Tor

Carl Wark Iron Age Hill Fort

Scramble to Carl Wark Fort

Burbage South Quarry

Rock with a Painted Cross, Peak District

Burbage Edge

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