Whiteless Pike and Rannerdale Knotts
2 Wainwrights in the central and western Lake District, climbed together from Newlands Pass.
- Distance
- 8.2 km
- Ascent
- 770 m
- Time
- 3–4.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 660 m
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About this walk
Whiteless Pike and Rannerdale Knotts is a moderate 8.2 km circular walk with 770 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Newlands Pass (grid reference NY 187 176). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Whiteless Pike at 660 m.
This round takes in 2 Wainwrights in the central and western Lake District: Whiteless Pike and Rannerdale Knotts. Whiteless Pike is the highest at 660 m (2,165 ft).
From Newlands Pass, paths lead most of the way to the top. It links the summits by the easiest line between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Newlands Pass, follow the path towards Whiteless Pike.
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The summits
Climb Whiteless Pike, then continue to Rannerdale Knotts.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
660 m
355 m
On the way
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Moss ForceWaterfall · 300 m from the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Whiteless Pike and Rannerdale Knotts take?
- Most walkers take 3–4.5 hours for the 8.2 km route, which has 770 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 Newlands Pass (grid reference NY 187 176). 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 moderate. Fell paths for most of the way: steep, stony or boggy in places.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Whiteless Pike (660 m, Wainwright, Hewitt); Rannerdale Knotts (355 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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