Hiking Scafell Pike, England’s Highest Mountain
Wast Water Lake, Wasdale Head
As we enter Gosforth, Nether Wasdale and then Wasdale Head, I could tell this area was majestic. The narrow roads, country homes, green grass, Wast Water Lake and mountains made this a very special place. We decided to check out the start of Scafell Pike hike and get our bearings and the lay of the land. The next day we hiked the mountain. There is an outdoor store next to Wasdale Head Inn in case you need any supplies ie. map, gloves, toque etc.
The Summit - Cold, windy and foggy
The weather had improved from the day before so we were hoping to have a view at the top. The route we took was from 2nd parking lot, over the bridge , Lingmell Gill, Brown Tongue, Hollow Stones and then up to Scafell Pike. The research and planning for the hike was dead on and there were no surprises. We added an extra layer for the top along with toque & gloves. Glad we did, it was quite cold & very windy at the summit. A cloud came in during the last section of the hike so we had no view.
A few cows joined the descent of Scafell Pike
My nephew and I did the hike in 4.5 hours and that included all the photo stops along the way which were many. With Ben Nevis & Scafell Pike hiked, only one UK 3 Peaks mountain left – Snowdon to complete. Highly recommended the Strands Inn & Brewery for accommodations in Nether Wasdale as well for their great food and pub.