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NEW ROUTE CARD: The Eskdale Round

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 Rosie Robson 10 Jun 2013
Looking down over Upper Eskdale from our wild campsite, 2 kbUpper Eskdale is one of the most beautiful valleys in the Lake District, but is thankfully left relatively remote and serene. Though Scafell Pike is crowded, most people ascending to the roof of England will do so from Wasdale or Borrowdale, thus not appreciating the magnificent valley to the south-east. Taking in the major fells that ring the head of Eskdale, this round includes many of the highest, most interesting and most popular peaks in England, allowing the walker to fully enjoy this wonderful corner of the Lake District. It makes a lovely two-dayer, but could also be done in one relatively long day.

13.55 miles, 21.81 km, 1,683m ascent, 9 – 10 hours. Whitehaven

Read more at http://www.ukhillwalking.com/logbook/r/?i=651

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