Walla Crag from Watsons Park
A 379 m Wainwright in the central and western Lake District, climbed from Watsons Park.
- Distance
- 2.8 km
- Ascent
- 160 m
- Time
- 1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 379 m
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About this walk
Walla Crag from Watsons Park is an easy 2.8 km out-and-back walk with 160 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Watsons Park (grid reference NY 282 222). It climbs Walla Crag (379 m), a Wainwright.
At 379 m (1,243 ft), Walla Crag is a Wainwright in the central and western Lake District.
From Watsons Park, paths lead most of the way to the top.
Route
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1
The approach
From Watsons Park, follow the path towards Walla Crag.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Walla Crag.
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3
Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
379 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Walla Crag from Watsons Park take?
- Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 2.8 km route, which has 160 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 Watsons Park (grid reference NY 282 222). 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?
- Walla Crag (379 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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