Seatallan route

Lake District National Park

Greendale - Middle Fell - Seatallan - Buckbarrow - Greendale

Hiking Moderate

Distance: 8.9 km
Ascent: 736 m
Descent: 736 m
Duration: 3-4 hrs

Low Point: 74 m
High Point: 690 m
Gradient: 17˚

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 74 m to the maximum altitude of 690 m, the route covers 8.9 km, 736 vertical metres of ascent and 736 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Greendale - Middle Fell - Seatallan - Buckbarrow - Greendale

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

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

Features

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