Black Fell from Little Langdale
A 323 m Wainwright in the southern Lake District, climbed from Little Langdale.
- Distance
- 3.2 km
- Ascent
- 150 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 323 m
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About this walk
Black Fell from Little Langdale is an easy 3.2 km out-and-back walk with 150 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Little Langdale (grid reference NY 328 016). It climbs Black Fell (323 m), a Wainwright.
Black Fell is one of Wainwright's 214 fells, rising to 323 m (1,060 ft) in the southern Lake District.
This route starts from Little Langdale and follows paths for most of the way.
Route
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1
The approach
From Little Langdale, follow the path towards Black Fell.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Black Fell.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
323 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Black Fell from Little Langdale take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 3.2 km route, which has 150 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Little Langdale (grid reference NY 328 016). Use a car park if there's one nearby; otherwise park considerately and don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Fell paths for most of the way: steep, stony or boggy in places.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Black Fell (323 m, Wainwright).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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