Clough Head & Calfhow Pike Circular Walk
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Clough Head & Calfhow Pike Circular Walk
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The Clough Head & Calfhow Pike Circular is a moderate walking route near Keswick that will take you uphill for some amazing views of the rolling hills and rugged fells of the Lake District. The trail makes a steep ascent along the western slope of Clough Head before descending along the summit of Calfhow Pike to reach the valley floor below. Paths on this route can be hard to distinguish at times, so remember to bring a GPS or trail map for this adventure.
Getting there
To reach the trailhead for the Clough Head & Calfhow Pike Circular Walk from Keswick, head east on Penrith Road for 0.8mi and turn left onto Penrith Road/A591, following it for another 0.5mi. Merge onto the A66 and continue on it for 0.4mi before making a right onto Burns. Follow this for 1.1mi and turn right, where you will arrive at the trailhead in 0.4mi.
About
| When to do | March-October |
| Backcountry Campsites | No |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Family friendly | Older Children only |
| Route Signage | Poor |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Circuit |
Clough Head & Calfhow Pike Circular Walk
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Clough Head & Calfhow Pike Walk Description
The Clough Head & Calfhow Pike Circular Walk isn’t the most popular trail in the Keswick area, but its challenging terrain and beautiful views of the surrounding hillscape are enough to make for a worthwhile afternoon on the trails. The route will initially take you across some open terrain to the east, before climbing up the steep and rugged hillside to reach the summit of Clough Head at 2382ft. Here, you will enjoy some nice views across the valley and surrounding fells. After taking in the views, follow the trail downhill to the summit of Calfhow Pike before working even further along the steep slope to arrive at the valley floor. Head north along St. John’s Beck and follow the forested slopes of High Rigg until you eventually arrive back at the trailhead where you began your adventure.
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