Grisedale Pike

Grisedale Pike is a mountain summit in the Lake District with a height of 791 meters (2,595 feet) and distinctive steep slopes. Its prominent profile stands out clearly when viewed from the surrounding Cumbrian landscape.

The mountain's slopes once housed the Force Crag mine, which operated as the last active lead mine in the Lake District until 1990. Mining shaped this area for generations before the operation finally ended.

This peak appears in Alfred Wainwright's influential walking guides, which shaped how visitors experience the Lake District for decades. It remains a reference point for hikers who follow the classic routes documented in these books.

The most direct route to the summit starts from Braithwaite village and follows a marked trail up the eastern ridge. The climb is steep and requires basic hiking experience and proper footwear.

The mountain forms part of the Coledale Round, an 11-mile circular walking route that links several peaks through glacier-carved valleys. This loop is favored by hikers who want to climb multiple summits in one day.

Location: Cumbria

Elevation above the sea: 791 m

GPS coordinates: 54.59173,-3.24215

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:27