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Eskdale – Scafell Summit loop from Eskdale

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Eskdale – Scafell Summit loop from Eskdale

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Eskdale – Scafell Summit loop from Eskdale

06:42

16.1km

880m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 8.73 km for 127 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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27 m

Wha House Car Park

Highlight • Parking

A small P. The way over the Wynrose and Hardknot Pass have it all .. Absolutely drive before 9 clock! It is also a challenge for experienced motorists on the …

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535 m

Eskdale

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The climb is leisurely and quite good to walk. At the beginning you still have a good view of the daring road leading to the sHardknott Pass.

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2.47 km

Scale Gill Waterfall

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4.36 km

Esk Gorge Scramble Start

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An impressive scramble and worth challenging yourself. Please ensure you have experienced scrambling many times before attempting this one.

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6.51 km

Great Moss

Highlight • Natural

A stunning setting at the eastern foot of Sca Fell. Take midge repellent and nets! Best in very dry conditions.

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7.85 km

How Beck Waterfall

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Here is the beginning of the ascent to the Slight Side. Who is there, who knows - that is impossible. So it's time to find your own way.

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9.08 km

Foxes Rake

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Foxes Rake up to the tarn is the “easy” way to Scafell from Mickledore but it isn’t without its challenges. In summer it is usually dry so is a straightforward …

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9.39 km

Scafell Summit

Highlight • Natural Monument

Scafell is a peak of two faces. To the north and east, its tall cliffs are dark and imposing. To the south and west, its slopes are green and drawn …

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16.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.98 km

3.37 km

2.38 km

331 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.16 km

3.37 km

2.78 km

2.41 km

331 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (940 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

28°C

15°C

32 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Eskdale – Scafell Summit loop from Eskdale

Wha House Car Park

Eskdale

Scale Gill Waterfall

Esk Gorge Scramble Start

Great Moss

How Beck Waterfall

Foxes Rake

Scafell Summit

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