Yewbarrow North Top from Wasdale Head
A 617 m Hewitt in Lake District, climbed from Wasdale Head over largely pathless ground.
- Distance
- 2.7 km
- Ascent
- 530 m
- Time
- 1.5–2 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 617 m
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About this walk
Yewbarrow North Top from Wasdale Head is a moderate 2.7 km out-and-back walk with 530 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2 hours. It starts at Wasdale Head (grid reference NY 187 088). It climbs Yewbarrow North Top (617 m), a Hewitt.
At 617 m (2,023 ft), Yewbarrow North Top is one of the Hewitts of Lake District. Hewitts are the hills of England, Wales and Ireland over 2,000 ft (610 m) that rise at least 30 m above their surroundings.
This route starts from Wasdale Head and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass.
Route
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The approach
From Wasdale Head, head across the hillside towards Yewbarrow North Top.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Yewbarrow North Top.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
617 m
On the way
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Ritson's ForceWaterfall · 300 m from the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Yewbarrow North Top from Wasdale Head take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2 hours for the 2.7 km route, which has 530 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 Wasdale Head (grid reference NY 187 088). 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 moderate. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Yewbarrow North Top (617 m, Hewitt).
- 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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