Side Pike

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Side Pike

The Langdale Pikes — The Langdale Pikes Credit: Adrian Taylor

Side Pike is a prominent hill located in the county of Westmorland, in the picturesque Lake District region of England. Rising to an elevation of approximately 366 meters (1,201 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain. Despite its modest height, Side Pike offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts.

Situated in close proximity to the charming village of Elterwater, Side Pike is easily accessible and attracts visitors throughout the year. The hill forms part of the famous Langdale Pikes, a group of peaks renowned for their rugged beauty and challenging trails. Side Pike is often included in hiking routes that encompass the neighboring hills of Pike o' Stickle and Harrison Stickle, providing a rewarding and unforgettable experience for outdoor enthusiasts.

The ascent of Side Pike can be steep in certain sections, requiring a moderate level of fitness and proper hiking gear. The terrain is characterized by rocky paths, grassy slopes, and occasional scree, adding to the adventurous nature of the climb. As walkers ascend Side Pike, they are treated to breathtaking views of the Langdale Valley, the shimmering waters of Elterwater, and the surrounding rolling hills and mountains.

At the summit, visitors are rewarded with a magnificent panorama that stretches as far as the eye can see. The beauty of the Lake District unfolds before them, with its patchwork of lakes, lush green valleys, and majestic peaks. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Irish Sea.

Overall, Side Pike is a captivating hill in Westmorland, offering a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience and incredible vistas that showcase the natural beauty of the Lake District.

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Side Pike Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.438786/-3.0913197 or Grid Reference NY2905. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Langdale Pikes

The Langdale Pikes

Tractors at Stool End Farm

Tractors at Stool End Farm

Plantation on Kettle Crag

Plantation on Kettle Crag

Inside the Cattle Shed at Stool End Farm

Inside the Cattle Shed at Stool End Farm

Pasture near Wall End Farm

Pasture near Wall End Farm

Redacre Gill near Wall End Farm

Redacre Gill near Wall End Farm

Blea Tarn on a sunny and calm September afternoon Looking north across Blea Tarn, with the Langdale Pikes in the distance to the left, and Side Pike central.
Although Side Pike appears nearly as high, it is much closer than the Langdales.

Side Pike (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY2905">NY2905</a>) is just under 1km from the camera, and 224m above sea level, and only 34m above my position on the 190m contour. Pike of Stickle (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY2707">NY2707</a>) on the left is 3.5km distant, and 709m asl, Harrison Stickle (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY2807">NY2807</a>) is 3.3km distant and 736m asl.

Blea Tarn on a sunny and calm September afternoon

Looking north across Blea Tarn, with the Langdale Pikes in the distance to the left, and Side Pike central. Although Side Pike appears nearly as high, it is much closer than the Langdales. Side Pike (NY2905) is just under 1km from the camera, and 224m above sea level, and only 34m above my position on the 190m contour. Pike of Stickle (NY2707) on the left is 3.5km distant, and 709m asl, Harrison Stickle (NY2807) is 3.3km distant and 736m asl.

Blea Tarn and the Langdale Pikes

Blea Tarn and the Langdale Pikes

Blea Tarn, calm September afternoon Looking towards the rocky Side Pike on the left and the rising ground of Lingmoor Fell on the right.

Blea Tarn, calm September afternoon

Looking towards the rocky Side Pike on the left and the rising ground of Lingmoor Fell on the right.

Footpath through the bracken below Side Pike And just above the road past Blea Tarn. Looking towards the Langdale valley.

Footpath through the bracken below Side Pike

And just above the road past Blea Tarn. Looking towards the Langdale valley.

Footpath on the south side of Blea Tarn There&#039;s a very clear and easy footpath that takes you from the gate opposite the car park, along the south and west sides of the tarn. Then you can return along the road.
(That&#039;s a large white fluffy dog on the path, not a sheep.)

Footpath on the south side of Blea Tarn

There's a very clear and easy footpath that takes you from the gate opposite the car park, along the south and west sides of the tarn. Then you can return along the road. (That's a large white fluffy dog on the path, not a sheep.)

The Blea Tarn to Langdale Road after the deluge The road approaching Wall End from Blea Tarn was washed away after a major storm in the summer of 1966. This was the result of 12 hours of rain after which the day was fine! The Langdale campsite was navigable by canoe.

The Blea Tarn to Langdale Road after the deluge

The road approaching Wall End from Blea Tarn was washed away after a major storm in the summer of 1966. This was the result of 12 hours of rain after which the day was fine! The Langdale campsite was navigable by canoe.

Storm damage to the Blea Tarn to Langdale Road The Redacre Gill had burst its banks and followed the course of the road. The cattle grid sign lower down the road is seen across the stream.

Storm damage to the Blea Tarn to Langdale Road

The Redacre Gill had burst its banks and followed the course of the road. The cattle grid sign lower down the road is seen across the stream.

Looking up the Blea Tarn road from Langdale The cattle grid is marked on the OS Map. The road has been taken over by the Redacre Gill. Rain fell continuously for over 12 hours before the floods and rivers bursting their banks.

Looking up the Blea Tarn road from Langdale

The cattle grid is marked on the OS Map. The road has been taken over by the Redacre Gill. Rain fell continuously for over 12 hours before the floods and rivers bursting their banks.

Langdale floods, September 1966 The campsite that had contained our tents was completely under water. The staff at The Old Dungeon Ghyll hotel allowed those from the campsite to spend the night in the basement of the hotel. This was the prospect the day after the rain.

Langdale floods, September 1966

The campsite that had contained our tents was completely under water. The staff at The Old Dungeon Ghyll hotel allowed those from the campsite to spend the night in the basement of the hotel. This was the prospect the day after the rain.

Road damage after the September 1966 Langdale storm It was a surprise how fast the water receded after the storm but the impact of the storm remained.

Road damage after the September 1966 Langdale storm

It was a surprise how fast the water receded after the storm but the impact of the storm remained.

Slopes of Wrynose Fell The near slopes are those of Wrynose Fell which is descending to Great Langdale.
The lower hill occupying the central part of the image is Lingmoor with the sunlit feature of Side Pike at the left side of the frame.

Slopes of Wrynose Fell

The near slopes are those of Wrynose Fell which is descending to Great Langdale. The lower hill occupying the central part of the image is Lingmoor with the sunlit feature of Side Pike at the left side of the frame.

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Waterfall on Dungeon Ghyll Just above the footbridge carrying the public bridleway from New Dungeon Ghyll to Mickleden and adjacent to The Cumbria Way long distance path, this modest waterfall takes Dungeon Ghyll Beck over a layer of hard volcanic rock.

Waterfall on Dungeon Ghyll

Just above the footbridge carrying the public bridleway from New Dungeon Ghyll to Mickleden and adjacent to The Cumbria Way long distance path, this modest waterfall takes Dungeon Ghyll Beck over a layer of hard volcanic rock.

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Side Pike is located at Grid Ref: NY2905 (Lat: 54.438786, Lng: -3.0913197)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.438786,-3.0913197

Ele: 230

Lat/Long: 54.4364349/-3.0971388

Barrier: stile

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Barrier: cattle_grid

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Side Pike

Ele: 362

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Fat Man's Agony

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Information: guidepost

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