Scafell Pike via Cam Spout
By Dave Roberts
on September 9, 2012 No ratings yet.
Posted as a walk in – England, Europe, Lake District National Park, Lake District's Southern Fells
Scafell Pike via Cam Spout
Route Essentials
Route Summary
See the end of the article for local information about parking, public transport facilities, pubs and cafes.
Distance
17.26 kmAscent
968 mTime
Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
Start Location
Difficulty
Hard Walk
Hazards
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Scafell Pike via Cam Spout Ordnance Survey Map and GPX File Download
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Scafell Pike via Cam Spout
A slightly longer than usual approach to Scafell Pike that starts from Eskdale. It’s a wilder walk, with the long approach from Eskdale and the crossing of the boggy Great Moss and finishing off with an easy scramble up the Cam Spout just for good measure.
The Route
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Local Information and Recommended Maps and Guidebooks
Route Summary:
This walk includes the Wainwright of Scafell Pike
This walk includes the Hewitt of Scafell PikeThis walk includes the Nuttall of Scafell PikeRoute Start Location:
Distance |
Ascent |
Time |
17.26 km | 968 m |
Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
Activivity Type: Hard Walk
Summits and Places on this Route
Facilities
Check out the businesses nearby for more places to stay and drink.
Hazards
Remember that we cannot outline every single hazard on a walk – it’s up to you to be safe and competent. Read up on Mountain Safety , Navigation and what equipment you’ll need.
Parking :
Public Transport:
Weather Forecast:
Met Office Lake District Mountain Weather
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