Wast Water - Steeple - Yewbarrow - Wast Water

Lake District National Park

Wast Water - Nether Beck - Haycock - Scoat Fell - Steeple - Red Pike - Yewbarrow - Wast Water

Hiking Moderate

Distance: 15 km
Ascent: 1.2 km
Descent: 1.2 km
Duration: 4-5 hrs

Low Point: 64 m
High Point: 834 m
Gradient: 23˚

Wast Water - Steeple - Yewbarrow - Wast Water Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between March and December. From a low point of 64 m to the maximum altitude of 834 m, the route covers 15 km, 1158 vertical metres of ascent and 1158 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Wast Water - Nether Beck - Haycock - Scoat Fell - Steeple - Red Pike - Yewbarrow - Wast Water

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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