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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· North West England

Black Crag

In or near Buttermere.

Black Crag β€” mountain in england north west. Elevation: 828 m.

The true summit of Pillar Black Crag - geograph.org.uk - 2470566

Richard Law β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
  • Dog-friendly

About

Black Crag is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 828 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Pillar and Ennerdale Fells SSSI
  • National Nature Reserve: WILD ENNERDALE

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Black Crag is a mountain located in North-West England. It is notable for its rugged terrain and scenic views, attracting outdoor enthusiasts and climbers. The area offers various walking trails and opportunities for climbing, making it a suitable destination for those seeking adventure in the natural landscape.

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Coordinates
54.4934, -3.2891

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Black Crag

Places to stay

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Hostels Β· North West England

YHA Black Sail

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Hostels Β· North West England

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Campsites Β· North West England

Wasdale Head Campsite

Wasdale Head Campsite β€” a campsite in england north west.

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Campsites Β· North West England

Wasdale Campsite

Wasdale Campsite β€” a campsite in england north west.

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Campsites Β· North West England

Dalegarth Guest House Camp Site

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Campsites Β· North West England

Syke Farm Campsite

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Places to eat & drink

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CafΓ©s Β· North West England

Grange Bridge Cottage

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CafΓ©s Β· North West England

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The Pheasant Inn

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Black Crag?
Black Crag is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is Black Crag?
Black Crag β€” mountain in england north west. Elevation: 828 m.
How do I get to Black Crag?
Its coordinates are 54.4934Β°, -3.2891Β°.
Is Black Crag a protected site?
Yes β€” Black Crag is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Pillar and Ennerdale Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.