Mountains & hills · North West England
Eel Crag
In or near Buttermere.
Eel Crag — mountain in england north east. Elevation: 807 m.
Bill Boaden — 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
Eel Crag is a mountain located in england north east. Elevation: 807 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: Buttermere Fells SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Eel Crag is a mountain located in North-East England. It is known for its rugged terrain and striking elevation. The area offers various outdoor activities, including hiking and climbing, appealing to those seeking a challenging experience in a natural setting. Visitors can expect scenic views and a chance to explore the surrounding landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5749, -3.2541
Sources
- osm: n5036578372 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Eel Crag?
- Eel Crag is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Eel Crag?
- Eel Crag — mountain in england north east. Elevation: 807 m.
- How do I get to Eel Crag?
- The nearest town is Buttermere. Its coordinates are 54.5749°, -3.2541°.
- Is Eel Crag a protected site?
- Yes — Eel Crag is part of the Buttermere Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.