Lake District
Scafell Pike from Wasdale Head
- Distance
- 9 km
- Climb
- 900 m
- Typical time
- about 5 h
- Shape
- There and back
Where it starts
The usual start is Lake Head car park, Wasdale. Times are typical guide times for the full route, not including long stops.
This is a proper hill day. Check the mountain weather forecast, carry a map and compass, and turn back if the cloud comes down.
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