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Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Howgill Fells

The Calf via Cautley Spout

The Howgills feel unlike anywhere else in the Dales — smooth rounded ridges, no walls, no paths to speak of — just open fell running at its best.

Distance

17.4 km

Ascent

1,053 m

Descent

1,054 m

Max elevation

677 m

Route type

Loop

Est. time

2h 50m – 3h 50m

Grade

Very Hard

Navigation

map_skills

Parking

LA10 5NE

Dogs

Not suitable

Best seasons

spring/summer/autumn

About this route

The classic Howgill Fells circuit via Cautley Spout — England's highest above-ground waterfall — to the broad summit of The Calf at 676m.

Hazards & notes

Very few paths in the Howgills — navigation by map and compass essential in cloud. The fell sides are steep and grass can be slippery. No fences or walls for shelter.

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/yorkshire-dales/howgill-fells/the-calf-cautley-spout

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