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Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle routes: 6 ways to the top
Crinkle Crags TraverseHiking · 12km · from Old Dungeon GhyllModerate
The Crinkle Crags Traverse is a classic route that takes in all the Crinkles, offering stunning views and a challenging walk, starting from Old Dungeon Ghyll, it involves some scrambling over rocky terrain.
The Band and Crinkle CragsHiking · 14km · from Old Dungeon GhyllModerate
This route ascends via The Band, a ridge that leads to the Crinkle Crags, providing a straightforward ascent with some rocky sections, ideal for those looking for a longer day out.
Crinkle Crags via OxendaleHiking · 10km · from Old Dungeon GhyllModerate
Starting from Old Dungeon Ghyll, this route takes you through Oxendale and up to the Crinkle Crags, offering a less crowded path with beautiful valley views.
Crinkle Crags via Red TarnHiking · 11km · from Langdale CampsiteModerate
The route via Red Tarn offers a scenic ascent with a mix of grassy paths and rocky sections, starting from Langdale Campsite, it provides a quieter alternative to the main routes.
Crinkle Crags and BowfellHiking · 16km · from Old Dungeon GhyllHard
This challenging route combines the Crinkle Crags with Bowfell, providing a full day of rugged terrain and breathtaking views, suitable for experienced hikers.
Crinkle Crags ScrambleScrambling · 12km · from Old Dungeon GhyllGrade 1 Scramble
This Grade 1 scramble takes you over the Crinkle Crags with some hands-on sections, ideal for those looking to add a bit of adventure to their hike.
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Sun today
Sunrise 07:06, sunset 16:46
9h 39m of daylight. Golden hour ends 07:59 and starts 15:52. From the summit you see the sun 07:00 to 16:51.
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About Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle
Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle is 840 m (2,756 ft) high with 14 m of prominence. It is in Cumbria, England. It is the 28th highest of the 273 summits Peakify lists in Cumbria. The nearest summits are Crinkle Crags - Fourth Crinkle (0.1 km), Crinkle Crags - Gunson Knott (0.2 km) and Crinkle Crags - Long Top (0.2 km).
How high is Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle?
Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle is 840 metres high with 14 metres of prominence.
Where is Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle?
Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle is listed in Cumbria, England.
Are there routes for Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle?
Peakify lists 6 routes for Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Crinkle Crags Traverse (12km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Crinkle Crags - Third Crinkle today?
Peakify rates each day on the summit Good, Marginal or Poor from the forecast summit wind, gusts, chance of rain and wind chill. Wind of 40 mph or gusts of 65 mph make it Poor; wind of 25 mph, gusts of 45 mph, a 60% chance of rain or a feels-like temperature of -8°C or below make it Marginal. Today's and tomorrow's ratings are at the top of this page. The rating covers the weather only: also check your route, daylight, kit and experience, and in winter whether you need an ice axe and crampons.
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