Great End
The 910-metre peak of Great End sits on the northernly edge of the Scafell chain, near Seathwaite in the Lake District. It’s settled closest to the peaks of Scafell Pike and Great Gable, and is the fifth-highest peak in the park.
The mountain offers rugged hikes with glorious views, with the most popular walk being about nine miles in length. The trek is moderate in nature, making it best for adept hikers.
It begins at Seathwaite Farm, which you’ll have to pass through in order to reach a gravel path. This path will take you along the left side of Seathwaite Fell.
Eventually, you’ll reach a scenic valley; continue following the path through here. You’ll need to cross a couple of streams here, so please take care!
Continue following the path over a footbridge, where the sights of Great End come into view. The path gets quite rocky here, and the uphill hike begins.
A mixture of grassy and gravelled paths will take you northward to Great End’s summit. If you’re coming in the spring, you may even spot some leftover snow from the winter here
Enjoy the glorious views over Scafell Massif and the Langdale Pikes before retracing your steps down to Esk Hause. From here, follow the path, where Sprinkling Tarn awaits.
Unwind here for a moment and take in the sights of the glistening waters and Great End before continuing on the path. Progress along the gravelled path to Styhead Tarn, where you can pause again. Alternatively, pass by the lake and continue to Borrowdale.
The path turns rocky here and will bring you around Seathwaite Fell again, before crossing Stockley Bridge and returning to the farm.
A challenging yet beautiful hike awaits at Great End…
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