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Walk 1109 - Harter Fell & Nan Bield Pass from Mardale Head
| Nat Park | Lake District | | County/Area | Cumbria | | Author | Lou Johnson | | Length | 4.5 miles / 7.3 km | | Ascent | 1800 feet / 545 metres | | Grade | moderate |

Harter Fell with a descent to rocky Nan Bield Pass are highlights of this Lake District walk from Mardale Head. Mardale Head is a wonderful location with mountains on three sides of the valley at the head of Haweswater. This walk includes a fairly stiff climb but the rewards are fine views throughout. 
Suggested Maps It is recommended you take a map with you when following a walk route. The preferred scale is 1:25000 used by the Explorer series.  | OS Explorer | Sheet OL5 |  | OS Landranger | Sheet 90 |
Note : If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps. Walks from the same start Walk 1269 High Street & Kidsty Pike from Mardale Head Grade - moderate Length - 7.5 miles / 12.2 km Other walks nearby Walk 1152 - 1.0 miles / 1.6 km away The Corpse Road and Selside Pike from Mardale Grade - moderate Length - 6.0 miles / 9.8 km Walk 3033 - 3.3 miles / 5.2 km away Tarn Crag & Harrop Pike from Sadgill, Longsleddale Grade - moderate Length - 5.5 miles / 8.9 km Walk 1147 - 3.3 miles / 5.3 km away Longsleddale and Kentmere Pike from Sadgill Grade - moderate Length - 8.0 miles / 13 km Walk 1228 - 3.9 miles / 6.2 km away Thornthwaite Beacon & High Street from Hartsop Grade - moderate Length - 6.5 miles / 10.6 km Walk 2585 - 3.9 miles / 6.2 km away Hartsop Dodd, Stony Cove Pike, High St. & The Knott Grade - moderate/hard Length - 10.0 miles / 16.3 km Walk 1959 - 3.9 miles / 6.2 km away Gray Crag and Pasture Beck from Hartsop village Grade - moderate Length - 5.5 miles / 8.9 km Walk 1320 - 4.2 miles / 6.8 km away A shorter Kentmere Horseshoe Grade - moderate/hard Length - 10.5 miles / 17.1 km Walk 2652 - 4.2 miles / 6.8 km away Photographer's Kentmere Horseshoe Grade - moderate/hard Length - 13.5 miles / 21.9 km Walk 2060 - 4.5 miles / 7.1 km away The Angletarn Pikes and Brock Crags from Hartsop Grade - moderate Length - 8.0 miles / 13 km Walk 1110 - 4.5 miles / 7.1 km away The Angletarn Pikes from Hartsop Grade - moderate Length - 7.0 miles / 11.4 km Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further. |
AREA INFORMATION
Lake District The Lake District National Park is seen by many as one of the scenic gems of the British Isles. The scenic beauty has attracted ... More information How are the walks graded? Learn how each walk is assessed and select a walk to suit your ability and experience More Information Please Note - These walks have been published for use by site visitors on the understanding that Walking Britain is not held responsible for the safety or well being of those following the routes as described.
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