Haystacks
Haystacks
5.5km
Total Distance
484m
Elevation Gain
Trail description
Alfred Wainwright's favourite fell, Haystacks is a rugged little summit dotted with tarns above Buttermere. The walk from Gatesgarth climbs past Scarth Gap to the rocky top and Innominate Tarn where Wainwright's ashes were scattered. Big views for a modest height.
Route Map
Along the trail
- Bus stop
- Mountain Rescue Post · 568m from the start
- Path grade (SAC)
- T2
- Marked route
- Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap)
