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Mountains & hills · North West England

Gibson Knott East Cairn

In or near Grasmere.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Gibson Knott East Cairn — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 422 m.

Cairn above Horn Crag - geograph.org.uk - 602642

Ian Greig — 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

Gibson Knott East Cairn is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 422 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

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Gibson Knott East Cairn is a mountain located in North-West England. It is known for its distinctive geological features and scenic views of the surrounding landscape. This area attracts walkers and climbers, offering opportunities for outdoor activities amidst the natural beauty of the region. The terrain varies, providing a range of challenges for different experience levels.

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Coordinates
54.4801, -3.0532
Parish
Lakes
Postcode
LA22 9RS
Parliamentary constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gibson Knott East Cairn?
Gibson Knott East Cairn is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA22 9RS), in the parish of Lakes.
What is Gibson Knott East Cairn?
Gibson Knott East Cairn — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 422 m.
How do I get to Gibson Knott East Cairn?
Drivers can use postcode LA22 9RS.
Is Gibson Knott East Cairn a protected site?
Yes — Gibson Knott East Cairn is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Gibson Knott East Cairn?
Drivers can navigate to postcode LA22 9RS. It sits within the Westmorland and Lonsdale parliamentary constituency.