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Trail Running Planet · Lake District · Central Fells

Helm Crag, Calf Crag and Steel fell from Grasmere

Helm Crag gives you the Lion and the Lamb, the most recognisable summit rocks in the Lakes, and the ridge beyond turns a short outing into a proper little horseshoe above Grasmere.

Distance

13.4 km

Ascent

639 m

Descent

637 m

Max elevation

550 m

Route type

Loop

Est. time

2h – 2h 45m

Grade

Hard

Navigation

map_skills

Parking

LA22 9TA

Dogs

Welcome

Best seasons

spring, summer, autumn

About this route

An 11.3km loop from Grasmere over Helm Crag and along the ridge above Far Easedale, with around 540m of climbing. A compact fell round with the famous Lion and the Lamb summit rocks at its high point.

Hazards & notes

The true summit of Helm Crag is an exposed rock scramble best left in the wet. The ridge to Calf Crag is rough and boggy with junctions that confuse in cloud, so carry a map. Steep ground on the descent is slick after rain.

Emergency

Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.

Full route, GPX download & live conditions:

https://trailrunningplanet.com/routes/england/lake-district/central-fells/helm-crag-calf-crag-steel-fell-from-grasmere

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