Calf Crag, Mountain summit in Lake District, Cumbria, England
Calf Crag is a mountain in the Lake District with a height of approximately 537 meters, featuring a rocky knoll with a stone cairn marking its peak. A small mountain tarn lies near the summit, adding to the upland character.
The mountain is part of the Central Fells group and was shaped by the Lincomb Tarn Formation, composed of dacitic lapilli tuff geological structures. These rock layers were created over millions of years and still define the character of this upland region.
The summit is part of the Wainwrights, a collection of peaks documented by the renowned Lake District guidebook author Alfred Wainwright. This makes it popular with hikers who enjoy following these classic routes through the fells.
Access is via established hiking routes from Grasmere village, with paths leading through Far Easedale or Green Burn to the summit. The trails are well marked, but it is wise to wear proper hiking boots and be ready for changing weather conditions.
The summit sits on a walking route connecting neighboring peaks like Steel Fell and Gibson Knott, offering views across Grasmere lake toward the Helvellyn range. Many hikers use this point as part of longer circular walks to explore multiple summits in a single day.
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