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Natural Monuments

North West England

Pavey Ark

Natural Monuments

North West England

Pavey Ark

Highlight • Climb

Pavey Ark

Hiking

4.9

(165)

Running

5.0

(2)

Amongst the dramatic rock fortresses of the Langdale Pikes is a sumptuous, high mountain tarn backed by a darkly menacing cliff wall. At the zenith of this cliff is a …

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Lake District National Park

Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Tips

May 10, 2021

Hiking

Pavey Ark will forever hold a special place in my heart! It was my 214th Wainwright - the final peak bagging cherry on top of my first Wainwright round back …

August 3, 2021

Hiking

An amazing spot in the Lakes with an incredible view! Is a bit difficult on a slippery surface and a moody day with limited view, so gotta be careful.

November 22, 2022

Running

A 700m high point above Stickle Tarn and Great Langdale. Pavey Ark is rocky and steep on the southern side but flatter and almost part of the high plateau to the north. It's a climbing crag so be careful of the steep face. Most people at a run approach from the east via Stickle Tarn or from High Raise or the Langdale Pikes to the west and north.

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Nearby routes

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4.7

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#1.

The Langdale Pikes - Pavey Ark, Thunacar Knott and Pike of Stickle

11.7km

04:23

730m

730m

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

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4.8

(52)

348

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#2.

Stickle Tarn & Pavey Ark loop up Stickle Ghyll — Lake District National Park

5.44km

02:32

570m

570m

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

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Moderate

4.8

(31)

343

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#3.

Stickle Tarn – Pavey Ark loop from Great Langdale

6.64km

02:57

610m

610m

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

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Moderate

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Elevation 640 m

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Wheelchair access

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Dog Friendly

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Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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