View of Wast Water – View of Wast Water loop from Wasdale

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View of Wast Water – View of Wast Water loop from Wasdale

Hard

4.7

(66)

483

hikers

View of Wast Water – View of Wast Water loop from Wasdale

04:52

7.93km

890m

Hiking

Hard hike. 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: November 5, 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 2.95 km for 2.04 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.19 km

View of Wast Water

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views on the way up Scafell pike

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1.44 km

Wast Water

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful lake and a nearby campsite at the foothills of Scafell Pike.

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1.46 km

Brown Tongue Stream and Waterfall

Highlight • River

Nice section of your route up Scafell.

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1.81 km

View of Wast Water

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful part of the country great hiking highly recommended

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3.10 km

Mickledore Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

For mountain lovers, there are few more magical places in the Lake District than Mickledore, the pass between Scafell Pike and Scafell. It is an exciting ridge of rock backed …

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3.54 km

Rocky Trail on Scafell Pike

Highlight • Trail

This is the ankle killer part ! One step forward 2 back and a twist and turn 🤪 its worse coming down than going up, be careful with your footing …

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3.85 km

Scafell Pike

Highlight • Summit

The weather can change 20 times before you summit. Make sure you have layers and if possible a hot drink. Ive done this twice both in August's and have been …

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6.77 km