Coniston little round 10m

Lake District National Park

Walna Scar - Levers Water - Prison Band - Swirl How - Brim Fell - Old Man - Dow Crag - Buck Pike - Brown Pike - Banishead Quarry - Walna Scar

Hiking Moderate

Distance: 16 km
Ascent: 954 m
Descent: 953 m
Duration: 4-5 hrs

Low Point: 225 m
High Point: 806 m
Gradient: 14˚

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 225 m to the maximum altitude of 806 m, the route covers 16 km, 954 vertical metres of ascent and 953 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Walna Scar - Levers Water - Prison Band - Swirl How - Brim Fell - Old Man - Dow Crag - Buck Pike - Brown Pike - Banishead Quarry - Walna Scar

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Medium Exposure

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

Features

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