Frequently Asked Questions
Posted on August 16, 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take to Walk up Scafell Pike?
How long is a piece of string?! Allow 4 hours if in any doubt, and that’s just for the ascent. If you’re fitter, then you should be able to make it up and down in about 5 hours.
How High is Scafell Pike?
Scafell Pike is the highest mountain in England, and stands at an elevation of 978 meters.
Which is the easiest walk up Scafell Pike?
Which walk up Scafell Pike is the best for the National Three Peaks Challenge?
Usually Three Peakers ascend the Wasdale route. If you’re planning on taking on the National Three Peaks Challenge then why not visit our sister site Walk up the Three Peaks, for their rundown of the National Three Peaks Challenge Scafell Pike Options and their merits.
What mountain range is Scafell Pike in?
What county is Scafell Pike in?
Scafell Pike is found in the Lake District National Park in England, UK.
Is Scafell Pike part of the Wainrights?
Yes, Scafell Pike is part of Wainrights and is located within Southern Fells area.
What are the Wainrights?
The Wainwrights are the 214 hills described by Alfred Wainwright in his 7 volume Pictoral Guide to the Lake District fells, click here for the full list of Wainright.
How to get to Scafell Pike?
Will the cafe be open?
Wrong mountain!
Can I walk all the way to the top?
Yep – just avoid Broad Stand on Scafell.
How Fit should I be?
Anyone with a reasonable level of fitness should be able to climb up Scafell Pike, though that doesn’t mean it’ll be easy! Consult your doctor if in any doubt.
I’ve never been up a mountain, there’s an easy path all the way right?
Not really! In mist you can easily get lost on the summit plateau. If in any doubt, make sure there’s an experienced walker in the group, or hire a mountain leader.
I’m not 100% confident self-guiding, can I get a guide?
If you’re looking for support/leadership on your Walk up Scafell Pike then we’ve started partnering up with local guiding providers to bring you a list of suitable professional guides.
(if you’re a guide and want to advertise with us then add your listing here for FREE!)
Can I take my dog up Scafell Pike?
Yes, taking your dog on a mountain walk is great company for you and great exercise for them. Scafell Pike can pose a struggle for those dogs that are not used to long distances over rougher rockier terrain, as the summit is bouldery, so we’d recommend that taking a dog up Scafell Pike should be for the experienced hill walking dogs only.
Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team’s website refers to multiple rescues of dogs on the Wasdale Screes due to large boulders, so this may be one to avoid.
Please be a responsible dog mountain walker, and check out this article by our sister site Mud and Routes for more info on taking your dog mountain walking.
Will there be snow on the summit?
Assume yes in winter, maybe in Spring, no in Summer and possibly in Autumn!
How did Scafell Pike get it’s name?
More to follow….
More Questions? Please ask them at our Walk up Scafell Pike forum. We’ve had so many requests via comments and email for advice, that we cannot respond to everybody and still get outside to produce all our lovely content! Asking on a forum means the advice is shared with everyone, as well as the opportunity for other experienced voices to chime in.
