Mountains & hills · North East England
High Cap
In or near Ousby.
High Cap — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 546.5 m.
Trevor Littlewood — 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)
- Nearest railway station
- Langwathby · 9.0 km
- Dog-friendly
About
High Cap is a mountain located in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 546.5 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 Eden and Tributaries SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Moorhouse and Cross Fell SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
High Cap is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, making it a notable feature of the landscape. Visitors can expect a range of outdoor activities, including hiking and climbing, suitable for various skill levels. The area surrounding High Cap offers opportunities for exploration and appreciation of the natural environment.
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- Coordinates
- 54.7018, -2.5245
- Nearest railway station
- Langwathby — 9 km
Sources
- osm: n9900030981 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is High Cap?
- High Cap is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
- What is High Cap?
- High Cap — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 546.5 m.
- How do I get to High Cap?
- The nearest railway station is Langwathby, about 9.0 km away. Its coordinates are 54.7018°, -2.5245°.
- Is High Cap a protected site?
- Yes — High Cap is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Moorhouse and Cross Fell SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.