Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit) from Ulcat Row
A 481 m Wainwright in the eastern Lake District, climbed from Ulcat Row.
- Distance
- 3.8 km
- Ascent
- 210 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 481 m
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About this walk
Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit) from Ulcat Row is an easy 3.8 km out-and-back walk with 210 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Ulcat Row (grid reference NY 405 225). It climbs Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit) (481 m), a Wainwright.
Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit) is one of Wainwright's 214 fells, rising to 481 m (1,579 ft) in the eastern Lake District.
From Ulcat Row, paths lead most of the way to the top.
Route
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The approach
From Ulcat Row, follow the path towards Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit).
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit).
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
Other routes up Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit)
Questions about this walk
- How long does Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit) from Ulcat Row take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 3.8 km route, which has 210 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 Ulcat Row (grid reference NY 405 225). 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?
- Gowbarrow Fell (Wainwright summit) (481 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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