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Run the Ullock Pike route from Portinscale., Cumbria

Run the Ullock Pike route from Portinscale.

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This is a classic Lake District ridge walk from High Side over Ullock Pike, Long Side and Carl Side, three Wainwright fells with excellent views. Maps and a GPS file are available.

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Ullock PikeOne of three Wainwright fells on this classic Lake District ridge walk, with superb views.
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Long SideA Wainwright fell on the ridge walk from High Side, offering excellent views.
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Carl SideThe third Wainwright fell on this ridge walk from High Side, with superb outlooks.

The route

Distance10 km
Running≈ 1 h 34
Cycling≈ 1 h 18
Climb↑ 671 m
RouteCircular

A 10 km circular route from Portinscale to run or cycle, with 671 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 671 m in total

Before you go

StartHigh Side, Portinscale, CA12 4QYOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingThe start of this Lake District walk is the small car park near High Side a short way along the narrow lane leading from the A591 just north of the Ravenstone Hotel to Orthwaite.

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