Scafell Pike
Standing at 978m (3,209ft), reaching the summit of Scafell Pike, England’s highest peak, with a friendly Large Outdoors group is a fun, challenging, and life-affirming experience.
Name: Scafell Pike
Meaning: From Old Norse, ‘skalli’ = bald, lacking in vegetation; ‘fjall’ = fell (mountain); ‘pik’ = peak, highest point.
Height: 978m (3,209ft)
Known for: Being the highest peak in England!
Location: Lake District National Park, Cumbria
Season: April to October
Trek to ‘England’s Rooftop’ on a Scafell Pike guided walk.
Epic vistas, dramatic boulder fields, deep valleys, and beautiful lakes - summiting Scafell Pike is a challenge that has something for everyone. There’s a real sense of desolation and wildness from the summit of Scafell that will leave you feeling humbled.
The great Alfred Wainwright mused that, on the experience of reaching the summit, such mountains help people “get out of their narrow groove and climb above it to see wider horizons and truer perspectives.” We couldn’t agree more!
Walking Scafell Pike is no mere scamper and should be considered a challenging hike. However, if you approach the mountain with respect and keep safety front-and-centre in your mind, and you’ll have a great time. Conquer England’s highest peak this year with a friendly group of fellow challengers and a qualified Large Outdoors guide to ensure you have an awesome, safe, and unforgettable experience.
Scafell Pike Guided Walks in the Lake District
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Summit Scafell Pike Challenge
Take on Scafell Pike with an expert guide.
Experience Type: Day Experience
Distance: Approx. 8.7 miles (14 km), with 996m (3,268ft) ascent
Duration: Most groups complete this walk in 6-8 hours
Level: Active Plus
Age: 12+ -
Scafell Pike Sunrise Challenge
Tackle Scafell Pike through the night aiming to summit for the sunrise.
Experience Type: Day Experience
Distance: Approx. 5.4 miles (8.7km)
Duration: Most groups complete this walk in around 6 hours
Level: Active Plus
Age: 16+
Hire a Guide
If you’re looking to organise your own outdoor adventure trip – whether it’s simply for a group of friends, a corporate event or a charity challenge – we can help.
We can organise tailored trips and provide qualified, experienced guides for your event.
Why walk with a guide?
Walking with a guide is an enjoyable, inspiring experience that helps you get the most out of your adventures.
Tackling a mountain isn’t something many of us do often, so we always recommend doing so with an experienced, qualified guide.
Why?
Well, our guides are expert navigators with in-depth knowledge of the routes. They understand the weather conditions and can decide the safest course of action should the weather change. Our guides are first-aid certified and know how to handle unexpected emergency situations.
Our guides will pace the walk, helping you travel at a comfortable pace while providing encouragement. And what’s more, the guides on your challenge will know lots about the area, sharing fascinating information and answering your questions.
