Grit Fell, Mountain summit in Forest of Bowland, England
Grit Fell rises to an elevation of 468 meters, featuring a landscape covered with extensive heather fields and deep bogs across its slopes.
The mountain stands as part of the ancient Forest of Bowland region, which served as a royal hunting ground during medieval times.
Local hiking groups maintain traditional wooden plank pathways across the mountain's boggy sections, preserving access for new generations of walkers.
Visitors should carry detailed OS Landranger 102 maps and proper equipment, as the paths from Jubilee Tower car park traverse dangerous six-foot-deep bogs.
Red grass patches on the mountain's surface indicate hidden pools of stagnant water, particularly prevalent along the path crossing Cabin Flat.
Location: Lancashire
Elevation above the sea: 468 m
GPS coordinates: 54.02376,-2.67766
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:02
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