Muncaster Fell & Ravenglass Walk
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Route Description for Muncaster Fell & Ravenglass Walk
The Muncaster Fell & Ravenglass Walk is an amazing point-to-point trail that is popular with Lake District walkers due to the fact that the route begins and ends at a railway station, making the return trip a breeze. The route sets out from the Irton Road railway stop outside of Eskdale and heads to the southwest across the open farmland terrain to climb the slopes of Muncaster Fell. After taking in the beautiful views of the English countryside, you will descend the hillside to the southwest and arrive at the grounds of Muncaster Castle, parts of which date back to the 13th Century. From here, you will head west along the River Esk until you arrive at the end point of the walk in Ravenglass. At this point, you can either explore the quaint village or make your way back to the trailhead via your desired mode of transportation.
Getting to the Muncaster Fell & Ravenglass Walk Trailhead
To reach the trailhead for the Muncaster Fell & Ravenglass Walk from Eskdale, drive southwest on Smithybrow Lane for 0.4mi and turn left. You will arrive at the trailhead in 360ft. Alternatively, you can reach the trailhead via public transit, as it is located right at the Irton Road railway stop.Route Information
When to do:
Year-Round
Backcountry Campsites:
Ravenglass Camping & Caravanning Club
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Older Children only
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
One Way
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