Dale Head, Mountain summit in Cumbria, United Kingdom.
Description
Dale Head is a mountain summit in Cumbria's Lake District, standing at 753 meters. Its steep slopes rise sharply above the Newlands Valley, creating a prominent landmark across the landscape.
History
This summit has served as a geographical landmark for local communities within historic Cumberland for many centuries. Its location above the Newlands Valley made it a recognizable point of reference across the region.
Culture
The summit marks a key point on the Newlands Round, a classic hiking loop that connects six peaks and draws walkers who want to experience the ridge lines of the Lake District in a single outing.
Practical
Several routes lead to the summit from Honister Pass, Borrowdale, and Little Town, with National Trust car parks serving as convenient starting points. The paths vary in difficulty, so hikers should check conditions before setting out.
Did you know?
Two mountain tarns sit on the slopes: the larger Dale Head Tarn and the smaller Launchy Tarn on High Scawdell. These pools offer walkers places to pause and add water reflections to the ridge landscape.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Cumbria).
Lake District
3.8 km
Haystacks
3.7 km
Castle Crag
2.7 km
Bowder Stone
3.4 km
Fleetwith Pike
2.1 km
Robinson
2.6 km
Grey Knotts
2.8 km
Cumberland Mountains
3.8 km
High Spy
1.4 km
Brandreth
3.5 km
Maiden Moor
3.2 km
Moss Force
3.6 km
Hindscarth
1.4 km
St Andrew
3.7 km
Grange War Memorial
3.7 km
Rosthwaite Bridge
3.6 km
Folly Bridge
3.1 km
K6 Telephone Kiosk
2.7 km
Longthwaite Farmhouse And Adjoining Barn
3.4 km
Seathwaite Farmhouse And Adjoining Barn
3.4 km
Low Snab And Adjoining Barn
3.4 km
Castle Crag, Borrowdale
2.7 km
Yew Tree Farmhouse
3.5 km
Low House Farm
3.8 km
Nook Cottage Nook Farmhouse With Adjoining Barn
3.4 km
Goldscope copper and lead mines and remains of associated dressing floors, stamp mill, dressing mill, reservoir and leats
3.1 km
Coombe Gill packhorse bridge
3.5 km
Grange Bridge
3.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes