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Orrest Head – Wansfell Pike Loop from Windermere

TZ Cai

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Orrest Head – Wansfell Pike Loop from Windermere

TZ Cai planned a hike

May 13, 2022

Orrest Head – Wansfell Pike Loop from Windermere

Hard

05:41

18.9km

3.3km/h

550m

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Overview

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

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Start point

Train Station

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1.29 km

Orrest Head

Highlight • Viewpoint

Orrest Head played a pivotal role in the development of the Lake District's fellwalking culture. It was the seed that sprouted and grew into a magnificent tree – the fruits …

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8.24 km

Wansfell Pike summit

Highlight • Summit

Wonderful views along Windermere and the valleys at the top make the climb worthwhile. Then a slow steady descent through fields and pretty woodland back to Ambleside.

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9.75 km

Stock Ghyll Force

Highlight • Natural

A walk up,Dale How will bring you to the lower end viewing point

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10.7 km

Bridge House, Ambleside

Highlight • Bridge

Ambleside is the quintessential Lake District town. Buzzing with the comings and goings of excited families, hikers and sightseers, there's a real atmosphere to the place.

In the town are …

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13.9 km

Low Wood Bay Marina

Highlight • Structure

Windermere Lake ends a mile short of Ambleside at Waterhead, and can come as a shock to boat passengers expecting to be in the town. Crowded around the bay are …

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