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Natural Monuments

North West England

Scafell Summit

Natural Monuments

North West England

Scafell Summit

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Scafell Summit

Hiking

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Noticeably quieter, wilder and just as spectacular, hikes to Scafell certainly rival those of its famous neighbour, Scafell Pike. England’s second highest mountain is not one to be overshadowed. Beloved …

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Lake District National Park

Location: Eskdale, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Tips

December 3, 2019

Hiking

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 out. Just 46 feet (14 m) relegate it to second-highest in England and it’s a mountain worthy of exploration, and not just as an after-thought to its neighbour.

July 4, 2021

Hiking

Not the nicest of days to do Scafell. Wanted to do it solo via Lords Rake but the vis and weather was not too good. Saw nothing above 500m. Guess I will have to come back!

March 6, 2018

Hiking

The second highest peak in England at a height of 964 metres. It is admittedly harder to access than its neighbour, Scafell Pike, but it is easy to combine with the Pike to conquer the two highest peaks in England in one day. The views on a clear day are amazing and there is some fun to be had if it is accessed via Lords Rake.

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Nearby routes

Best routes near Scafell Summit

4.8

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#1.

Scafell Summit – Scafell Pike summit loop from Eskdale

24.3km

09:54

1,300m

1,300m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard

4.0

(9)

98

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#2.

Slight Side Summit – Scafell Summit loop from Eskdale

13.1km

05:27

850m

850m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Hard

4.4

(11)

82

hikers

#3.

Scafell Summit – Eskdale Mill loop from Eskdale

15.3km

06:15

910m

910m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Hard

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Elevation 950 m

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Family Friendly

yes

Wheelchair access

no

Dog Friendly

yes

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Location: Eskdale, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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