Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height420.1 m1,378 ft
Grid RefNY 31690 10036
OS MapOL5 & OL7OS Explorer
BookCentral FellsBook 3
Halfway along the narrow ridge between Far Easedale and Greenburn, Gibson Knott has two rocky knolls of similar height. The cairned outcrop is the traditional top, while a second cairn 200 metres to the south-east is a touch higher. Horn Crag guards the Far Easedale side, and the ground is gentler on the north, dropping towards Greenburn Bottom.
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Cairn on rocky outcrop
Rock & Ground
Volcanic claystone and siltstone on the summit knolls, with lapilli tuff along the ridge.
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Our Route
Distance10.8 mi17.4 km
Ascent750 m2,460 ft
Time5h 35mwalking
Start & FinishRed Bank Road Car ParkNY 3359 0735 · circular route
DirectionsAlso on this route: Tarn Crag (Easedale), Blea Rigg, Calf Crag, Helm Crag, Silver How
Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.
