Carron Crag, Fell summit in Grizedale Forest, Lake District, England.
Carron Crag rises to an elevation of 314 meters, featuring a trig point and distinctive rock formations at its peak in the Southern Fells region.
The Lake District National Park, where Carron Crag stands, received UNESCO World Heritage Site status, recognizing its natural and cultural significance through centuries.
Alfred Wainwright included Carron Crag in his book 'The Outlying Fells of Lakeland', detailing a circular walking route from Grizedale to the summit.
Visitors can access the summit using marked trails through Grizedale Forest, with the OS grid reference SD325943 helping navigation to the peak.
The summit area contains over 70 panopticon sculptures integrated into the natural landscape, including a notable piece next to the trig point.
Location: Cumbria
Elevation above the sea: 314 m
GPS coordinates: 54.33980,-3.03972
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:44
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