Miterdale, Illgill Head, and Whin Rigg Circular Walk
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Miterdale, Illgill Head, and Whin Rigg Circular Walk
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The Miterdale, Illgill Head, and Whin Rigg Circular Walk is a lengthy adventure that will take you from the village of Nether Wasdale to summit several fells. While out on this rugged trail, you will traverse stretches of open terrain and walk the edges of Burnmoor Tarn before climbing uphill to the summit of Illgill Head and Whin Rigg. Here, you will experience beautiful views of the surrounding Lake District terrain, with the vast expanse of Wast Water stretching out to the north.
Getting there
To reach the trailhead for the Miterdale, Illgill Head, and Whin Rigg Circular Walk from the Old Post Office Campsite in Santon Bridge, drive north for 1.9mi and make a left turn. COntinue on for 0.3mi, where you will find the starting point of the walk.
About
| When to do | March-November |
| Backcountry Campsites | Church Stile Farm Campsite |
| Pets allowed | Yes - On Leash |
| Family friendly | No |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Low |
| Route Type | Lollipop |
Miterdale, Illgill Head, and Whin Rigg Circular Walk
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Miterdale, Illgill Head, and Whin Rigg Circular Walk Description
Walking the Miterdale, Illgill Head, and Whin Rigg Circular is a great excursion in the Lake District if you are looking for a bit of a rugged trail with some breathtaking views overlooking some scenic lakes. The route sets out from the village of Nether Wasdale and heads to the southeast, traversing some open farmland to climb uphill through the peaceful Miterdale Forest. From here, the trail will turn to the northeast along the River Mite before skirting around the calm shores of Burnmoor Tarn. After taking in the views of the charming lake, you will climb uphill and traverse the rugged summits of Illgill Head and Whin Rigg, while enjoying some nice views over Wast Water and the surrounding Lake District landscape.
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