Heron Pike is a slight, grassy rise on Fairfield's long southern ridge, and most people cross it on the Fairfield Horseshoe between Nab Scar and Great Rigg. The cairn has gone, leaving a rocky outcrop flecked with quartz, and the view takes in Windermere, the Coniston Fells and the Central Fells. Alcock Tarn on the western slopes was dammed in the 19th century and stocked with brown trout by a Mr Alcock of Grasmere.
New to the Wainwrights?Read our guide: What Are The Wainwrights?Outcrop
Dacitic welded tuff along the ridge, with Erne Crag dropping steeply east towards Rydal Beck.
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Also on this route: Hart Crag, Dove Crag, High Pike (Scandale), Low Pike, Nab Scar
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.
