Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height515 m1,690 ft
Grid RefNY 28915 16510
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High Tove is a low point on the long, wet ridge between Borrowdale and Thirlmere, and the old bridleway from Watendlath to Armboth crosses right over it. Wainwright joked that the summit cairn made a handy seat for walkers needing to tip the water out of their boots. North of it lies the Pewits, a notoriously boggy hollow, while the Helvellyn range looks close across Thirlmere to the east.
New to the Wainwrights?Read our guide: What Are The Wainwrights?Summit
Ground by cairn south-east of fence
Rock & Ground
A small outcrop of welded volcanic tuff surrounded by boggy drift and upland marsh.
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Our Route
Distance3.6 mi5.8 km
Ascent320 m1,050 ft
Time2hwalking
Start & FinishRoadside parkingNY 2760 1629 · circular route
DirectionsAlso on this route: Armboth Fell
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.
