Low Pike

Low Pike rises to 508 meters and features steep slopes with granite formations as part of the eastern Fairfield horseshoe circuit. Multiple walking paths converge at the summit, with the main route beginning from Ambleside and following clear stone markers.

Shepherds in the 18th century used this summit as a reference point for marking grazing territories across the fells. Its role as a boundary marker shows how central it was to managing pastoral lands in the district.

Local shepherds have shaped the landscape around this summit for centuries through grazing practices that remain visible today. The fell and its surroundings reflect this long relationship between pastoral farming and the natural environment.

The ascent is straightforward thanks to well-marked routes from multiple starting points around the base. Sturdy footwear matters, as paths become slippery when wet and cross rocky terrain.

The eastern face displays distinct geological layers of volcanic rock shaped during the last ice age. These exposed layers tell the story of how glacial forces sculpted the mountain's structure over time.

Elevation above the sea: 508 m

GPS coordinates: 54.46209,-2.96797

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:00