Highlight • Viewpoint
Dale Head Summit
Hiking
4.9
(100)
Running
5.0
(2)
Mountaineering
5.0
(1)
Such is its location, there are walking routes to Dale Head from all directions. Some ascend quickly on challenging gradients; others are worth taking their time over whilst you imbibe the atmosphere of this stunning slice of Lakeland.
A magnificent viewpoint that is worth every ounce of effort
Its flanks are steep in every direction aside from that of the connecting ridge to neighbouring Hindscarth, so any journey to the summit will get that heart pumping and those thighs burning. By parking at the high passes of Honister or Newlands you can at least let the car do some of the hard graft.
Your reward is well worth the effort. Buttermere can be seen down the barrel of the Honister Pass, with the combs and peaks of the High Stile range towering above. To the south, the arced, northern face of Great Gable rises above its subsidiaries and beyond this are the Scafells, the highest mountains in England.
Though perhaps the finest sight is that of the nearby fells that make up the Newlands Round. There are many ways to link further Wainwrights to your day and visit lovely places like Dalehead Tarn, perfect for a summer’s day wild swim.
Accommodation is plentiful in the Newlands region and it is not far to the outdoor mecca of Keswick. Yet more places to lay your head can be found in Borrowdale and Buttermere. In all but the most severe winter conditions, Dale Head should still be possible for hikers.
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for:
Tips
October 12, 2020
Hiking
August 17, 2019
Hiking
Incredible views on a clear day. Check out the mountain weather forecast before you attempt the ascent.
August 17, 2019
Hiking
Sign up for a free komoot account to get 4 more insider tips and takes.
Sign up for free
Nearby routes
Best routes near Dale Head Summit
4.6
(31)
430
hikers
17.2km
06:53
960m
960m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4.9
(30)
338
hikers
13.6km
05:41
810m
810m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
5.0
(10)
191
hikers
17.3km
06:35
930m
940m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Details
Informations
Elevation 810 m
Good to know
Family Friendly
yes
Wheelchair access
no
Dog Friendly
yes
Weather
Powered by Foreca
Wednesday 13 May
11°C
3°C
81 %
Additional weather tips
Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h
Most visited during
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December