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The Great Britain Guide

Viewpoints Β· North West England

Bad Step

In or near Elterwater.

Free admission

Bad Step is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.

The 'Bad Step', Crinkle Crags - geograph.org.uk - 8079953

Jim Barton β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Best time of year
Clear days year-round
Nearest railway station
Dalegarth Β· 8.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Bad Step is a named viewpoint in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 54.4327Β°, -3.1591Β°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Ray and Crinkle Crags SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Bad Step is a viewpoint located in North-West England, specifically within the Ray and Crinkle Crags Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This designation highlights its ecological significance, making it a notable location for observing the surrounding landscape and natural features.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.4327, -3.1591
Nearest railway station
Dalegarth β€” 8.6 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bad Step?
Bad Step is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is Bad Step?
Bad Step is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Bad Step?
The nearest railway station is Dalegarth, about 8.6 km away. Its coordinates are 54.4327Β°, -3.1591Β°.
Is Bad Step a protected site?
Yes β€” Bad Step is part of the Ray and Crinkle Crags SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Bad Step free to visit?
Yes, Bad Step is free to enter.