Crook Crag

Hill, Mountain in Cumberland Copeland

England

Crook Crag

Eskdale
Eskdale Credit: Mick Garratt

Crook Crag is a prominent hill located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwestern region of England. Rising to an impressive height of approximately 500 meters (1,640 feet), it is considered a notable landmark in the area. Situated amidst the picturesque landscape of the Lake District National Park, Crook Crag offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is composed of rugged rocks and is characterized by its steep slopes and craggy terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers, climbers, and nature enthusiasts. Its location within the Lake District provides visitors with the opportunity to explore the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this region, including various species of birds, mammals, and plant life.

Access to Crook Crag is facilitated by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the hill at their own pace. The summit of Crook Crag offers a rewarding vista, with vistas stretching across the surrounding valleys, shimmering lakes, and rolling hills.

The hill is also steeped in historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and stone circles found in the vicinity. These archaeological sites provide insights into the early human habitation and cultural heritage of the area.

Whether it is for a leisurely hike, a challenging climb, or simply to enjoy the natural beauty of the Lake District, Crook Crag offers a captivating and rewarding experience for all who visit.

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Crook Crag Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.377933/-3.2330873 or Grid Reference SD2098. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eskdale
Eskdale
Stile, Spothow Gill
Stile, Spothow Gill
Harter Fell
Harter Fell
Stream crossing, Grassguards Gill
Stream crossing, Grassguards Gill
Wormshell How
Wormshell How
Small bield, Green Crag
Small bield, Green Crag
Crossing Grassguards Gill Crossing Grassguards Gill the path heading to Green Crag
Crossing Grassguards Gill
Crossing Grassguards Gill the path heading to Green Crag
Spothow Gill Spothow Gill by the bridleway to the Duddon Valley below Dow Crag
Spothow Gill
Spothow Gill by the bridleway to the Duddon Valley below Dow Crag
Bridleway to Duddon Valley Bridleway to Duddon Valley below Harter Fell
Bridleway to Duddon Valley
Bridleway to Duddon Valley below Harter Fell
Green Crag From Long Crag looking to Green Crag
Green Crag
From Long Crag looking to Green Crag
The Eskdale/Dunnerdale path. A lovely place.
The Eskdale/Dunnerdale path.
A lovely place.
Heathery flanks of Harter Fell Gaining height on route to the summit.
Heathery flanks of Harter Fell
Gaining height on route to the summit.
Coniferous plantation near to Kepple Crag Kepple Crag is beside the trees on the south side of Harter Fell. The view is from a path beside Grassguards Gill where OS mapping shows there to be more coniferous plantings - now, (September 2017), clear-felled.
Coniferous plantation near to Kepple Crag
Kepple Crag is beside the trees on the south side of Harter Fell. The view is from a path beside Grassguards Gill where OS mapping shows there to be more coniferous plantings - now, (September 2017), clear-felled.
Old Boundary Marker on Ulpha Fell, Eskdale parish Parish Boundary Marker in parish of Eskdale (Copeland District), Ulpha Fell, 500 metres North of Green Crag Summit.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: CU_ULPESK02pb
Old Boundary Marker on Ulpha Fell, Eskdale parish
Parish Boundary Marker in parish of Eskdale (Copeland District), Ulpha Fell, 500 metres North of Green Crag Summit. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CU_ULPESK02pb
Stile by the Path Beyond the stile lies a track to Spothow Gill, with Eskdale hidden by the foreground ridge.
Stile by the Path
Beyond the stile lies a track to Spothow Gill, with Eskdale hidden by the foreground ridge.
Path to Eskdale The path leads down to Eskdale, at Jubilee Bridge. Harter Fell lies out of picture, to the right.
Path to Eskdale
The path leads down to Eskdale, at Jubilee Bridge. Harter Fell lies out of picture, to the right.
View Towards Harter Fell Seen from the path which links Eskdale and the Duddon Valley.
View Towards Harter Fell
Seen from the path which links Eskdale and the Duddon Valley.
Public Bridleway/stream crossing
Public Bridleway/stream crossing
Show me another place!

Crook Crag is located at Grid Ref: SD2098 (Lat: 54.377933, Lng: -3.2330873)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.377933,-3.2330873
Green Crag
Ele: 489
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q5602450
Wikipedia: en:Green Crag
Lat/Long: 54.3737243/-3.2327746
The Pike
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.3771209/-3.2340988
Crook Crag
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.3789545/-3.2341652
Great Whinscale
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.3800135/-3.2364978
Long Crag
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.3784959/-3.2258991
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