Bonscale Pike, Mountain summit in Lake District National Park, England.
Description
Bonscale Pike is a mountain summit in Lake District National Park reaching 524 meters in height. A stone tower stands near the top, and from there views stretch across Ullswater and the surrounding fells.
History
The summit gained wider recognition after Alfred Wainwright included it in his detailed walking guides during the 1950s and 1960s. These guidebooks helped establish it as a destination for fell walkers across the region.
Culture
The summit sits within a network of paths that have long drawn walkers to the area, with routes from Howtown forming part of local hiking traditions. These established trails connect to the wider fell walking culture of the region.
Practical
The walk typically starts from St Peter's Church at Martindale Hause, where there is parking available for day hikers. The paths are generally clear, though conditions can vary depending on weather and season.
Did you know?
Two stone structures mark the summit area, with the lower one known as Bonscale Tower serving as a navigation aid for walkers. This landmark helps many people find their way across this terrain.
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