Loch Fell and Wind Fell
2 Donalds in Moffat Hills & the Borders, climbed together from Potburn.
- Distance
- 12.9 km
- Ascent
- 520 m
- Time
- 4–5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 688 m
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About this walk
Loch Fell and Wind Fell is a hard 12.9 km circular walk with 520 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5 hours. It starts at Potburn (grid reference NT 189 092). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Loch Fell at 688 m.
Loch Fell and Wind Fell are Donalds in Moffat Hills & the Borders, close enough to climb together. The higher, Loch Fell, reaches 688 m (2,258 ft).
From Potburn, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Potburn, follow the path and tracks towards Loch Fell.
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2
The summits
Climb Loch Fell, then continue to Wind Fell.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
Questions about this walk
- How long does Loch Fell and Wind Fell take?
- Most walkers take 4–5 hours for the 12.9 km route, which has 520 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 Potburn (grid reference NT 189 092). Park considerately off the road; 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 hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Loch Fell (688 m, Donald); Wind Fell (665 m, Donald).
- 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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