Taken on High Raise

Wainwright · Central Fells

High Raise (Langdale)

762.5 m · 2,502 ft

Taken on High Raise

Wainwright · Central Fells

High Raise (Langdale)

762.5 m · 2,502 ft

Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height762.5 m2,502 ft
Grid RefNY 28089 09523
OS MapOL4 & OL6OS Explorer
BookCentral FellsBook 3

High Raise is often called the most central fell in the Lake District, and from its top every major fell group is in view. The summit, also known as High White Stones after the grey boulders there, has a trig point and a big cairn that doubles as a wind shelter. On a clear day you can pick out Skiddaw, Helvellyn and the Scafells, and even the Yorkshire Three Peaks about 60 km away.

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Summit

Rock 20 m south-east of trig point

Rock & Ground

Welded volcanic tuff at High White Stones, with glacial till over the rest of the broad top.

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Summit Weather

Our Route

Distance7.2 mi11.5 km
Ascent760 m2,490 ft
Time4h 05mwalking
Start & FinishNew Dungeon Ghyll car parkNY 2949 0646 · circular route
Directions

Also on this route: Sergeant Man, Harrison Stickle, Thunacar Knott, Pike of Stickle, Pavey Ark, Loft Crag

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.

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