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Lake District National Park
Lake District National Park is in North West England. It lies entirely within the modern county of Cumbria, shared historically by the counties of Cumberland, Westmorland and Lancashire.
It is the largest National Park in the country (occupying 885 sq.
miles) and is considered one of its most scenic regions and England's
premier destination for hiking and climbing. Hills or mountains in the Lake District are known by the local name of Fells. The Lakeland Fells are England's
only true mountain range and though not high by world standards (ie
none being much over 3000 feet or 1000 metres) they nevertheless offer a
huge number of challenging and rewarding hillwalks. All can be walked
(as opposed to "climbed" with ropes etc) and due to the long tradition
of recreational walking here there is an exceptional network of paths
and routes. Additionally there is free access to virtually all areas
above the "intake wall" (ie the last wall as you climb out of the
valley). According to the most respected authority (guidebook author A.
Wainwright) there are 214 Fells, most of which offer a number of routes,
plus many opportunities to ridge-walk between the fells.
The highest is Scafell Pike (pronounced "Score-fell"). This
"highest" designation leads to a lot of traffic, and visitors who want
to experience a high Lakeland Fell may want to choose another. Some of
the slightly smaller fells are in fact much more rewarding to climb as
well as offering better views. Great Gable and Helvellyn are popular
choices. Less well-known hills include Grisedale Pike, Fairfield, and
Bowfell .
The area is served by multiple bus routes, many of them operated by Stagecoach. However, as this is a rural area, and routes are necessarily limited to the roads in the valleys, it is sensible to plan your travel in advance. This also applies to getting around by car, with journey times being extended due to the slow winding roads. Bringing your own car to the lakes is the most popular option, but motorists may encounter hefty parking fees/restrictions in large towns, or even at the base of popular hill walking routes. The beautiful coastal railway, travelling between Carlisle and Barrow-in-Furness allows access to many of the rarely visited seaside towns and villages. Budget travellers can book a day tour to get to see the best of the Lake District in a day.
Mountain-goat are one of the popular tour operators in the area. They also offer a pick-up from your accommodation if you are staying in Windermere or Bowness-on-Windermere. It's also possible to travel the lake district by bicycle -
however it's only reccomended for very experienced and well-prepared
cyclists. It's definitely reccomended to be prepared for rain, wear
high-visibility clothing and fit lights, as the weather in this part of
the country changes very quickly and rain can cause road-conditions to
be slippery and visibility is greatly reduced. Also be particularly
cautious of traffic - although the roads are not busy, local drivers who
are familiar with the roads tend to drive very fast so take particular
care when approaching blind corners. Although bike-rental is available
in some larger towns in the region, the bikes available are generally
sub-standard mountain-bikes - a high-quality road, hybrid or touring
bike is more highly reccomended. Fortunately bikes can be carried on all
trains operating in the region (although a free reservation must be
acquired before boarding).
The mountains of the Lake District are by no means the largest or most extreme mountains of the world, but they can still present a serious threat to safety for walkers, and underestimating them can be fatal. Be sure to follow sensible safety precautions while walking . Clearly other outdoor sports have different risks associated with them. Some of the area's mountain passes are extremely steep, with sharp corners and uneven road surfaces. Drivers should exercise extreme caution, particularly in poor wealther conditions. The most obvious signs of crime are the police signs in Lakeland car parks warning you not to leave valuables on show in your car. Be aware that, due to the mountainous nature of the terrain, mobile (cell) phone reception is notoriously poor in the Lake District and drivers or walkers who are in trouble often find it difficult to get a signal. This should be borne in mind when planning any sort of trip in this area.
I got some information about Lake District National Park.Discover. Explore. Inspire. England's largest National Park is home to Scafell Pike - its highest mountain, Wastwater - its deepest lake and thriving communities
Lake District National Park
Lake District National Park is in North West England. It lies entirely within the modern county of Cumbria, shared historically by the counties of Cumberland, Westmorland and Lancashire.
It is the largest National Park in the country (occupying 885 sq.
miles) and is considered one of its most scenic regions and England's
premier destination for hiking and climbing. Hills or mountains in the Lake District are known by the local name of Fells. The Lakeland Fells are England's
only true mountain range and though not high by world standards (ie
none being much over 3000 feet or 1000 metres) they nevertheless offer a
huge number of challenging and rewarding hillwalks. All can be walked
(as opposed to "climbed" with ropes etc) and due to the long tradition
of recreational walking here there is an exceptional network of paths
and routes. Additionally there is free access to virtually all areas
above the "intake wall" (ie the last wall as you climb out of the
valley). According to the most respected authority (guidebook author A.
Wainwright) there are 214 Fells, most of which offer a number of routes,
plus many opportunities to ridge-walk between the fells.
The highest is Scafell Pike (pronounced "Score-fell"). This
"highest" designation leads to a lot of traffic, and visitors who want
to experience a high Lakeland Fell may want to choose another. Some of
the slightly smaller fells are in fact much more rewarding to climb as
well as offering better views. Great Gable and Helvellyn are popular
choices. Less well-known hills include Grisedale Pike, Fairfield, and
Bowfell . The area is served by multiple bus routes, many of them operated by Stagecoach. However, as this is a rural area, and routes are necessarily limited to the roads in the valleys, it is sensible to plan your travel in advance. This also applies to getting around by car, with journey times being extended due to the slow winding roads. Bringing your own car to the lakes is the most popular option, but motorists may encounter hefty parking fees/restrictions in large towns, or even at the base of popular hill walking routes. The beautiful coastal railway, travelling between Carlisle and Barrow-in-Furness allows access to many of the rarely visited seaside towns and villages. Budget travellers can book a day tour to get to see the best of the Lake District in a day.
The mountains of the Lake District are by no means the largest or most extreme mountains of the world, but they can still present a serious threat to safety for walkers, and underestimating them can be fatal. Be sure to follow sensible safety precautions while walking . Clearly other outdoor sports have different risks associated with them. Some of the area's mountain passes are extremely steep, with sharp corners and uneven road surfaces. Drivers should exercise extreme caution, particularly in poor wealther conditions. The most obvious signs of crime are the police signs in Lakeland car parks warning you not to leave valuables on show in your car. Be aware that, due to the mountainous nature of the terrain, mobile (cell) phone reception is notoriously poor in the Lake District and drivers or walkers who are in trouble often find it difficult to get a signal. This should be borne in mind when planning any sort of trip in this area.
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