Scafell Pike via Cam Spout

By Dave Roberts   

on September 9, 2012    No ratings yet.

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 km

Ascent

968 m

Time

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 Pike

This walk includes the Nuttall of Scafell Pike

Route 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:

Traveline for UK Public Transport

Weather Forecast:

Met Office Lake District Mountain Weather

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Guidebooks:

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