Orthwaite via Trusmadoor up Knott (Cumbria): route map, distance and time
710 m · Cumbria
Knott is a 710m grassy dome in the Back o' Skiddaw country, the highest of the Uldale and Caldbeck fells and a quiet walk on open moorland.
A path threads the Trusmadoor gap, then climbs grass over Great Sca Fell to Knott.
Orthwaite via Trusmadoor at a glance
| Distance | 6.1 km one way, to the top |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 581 m |
| Time up | 2h 10m by Naismith's rule |
| There and back | 3h 25m, down the same way |
| Grade | Moderate |
| Start | Orthwaite |
| Start grid reference | NY 252 342 |
| Summit grid reference | NY 296 329 |
Orthwaite via Trusmadoor map
The start (green) and the summit (blue). Peakify has no GPX track for this route yet, so follow the description and your map.
Height profile and getting to the start
How long Orthwaite via Trusmadoor takes
| Pace | To the top | There and back |
|---|---|---|
| Brisk 6 km/h, 8 min per 100 m up | 1h 45m | 2h 50m |
| Steady (Naismith) 5 km/h, 10 min per 100 m up | 2h 10m | 3h 25m |
| Relaxed 4 km/h, 12 min per 100 m up | 2h 40m | 4h 15m |
Times leave out stops. Coming down the same way, the table counts the ascent once; steep descents on rough ground can be as slow as the climb.
- Today: sunrise 07:07, sunset 16:45. Start by 12:20 to be down before dark, allowing 3h 25m for the walk and an hour for stops.
- Tomorrow: sunrise 07:09, sunset 16:42. Start by 12:17 to be down before dark, allowing 3h 25m for the walk and an hour for stops.
Knott summit weather for this route
There is no recent summit forecast cached for Knott right now. The main Knott page loads the live forecast when you open it. Open the live Knott forecast.
Before you go, also check: MWIS Lake District forecast · Met Office mountain forecast · Weatherline fell top conditions.
About Knott
Knott is a 710m grassy dome in the Back o' Skiddaw country, the highest of the Uldale and Caldbeck fells and a quiet walk on open moorland. More about Knott, with the live forecast.
On the lists: Wainwright, Hewitt, Nuttall, Marilyn, Birkett.
Extend the walk: tops near the summit
- Great Sca Fell (651 m), 1 km north-west
- Miller Moss (610 m), 1.2 km north-east
- Meal Fell (549 m), 1.5 km north-west
- Great Lingy Hill (616 m), 1.7 km north-east
- Great Calva (691 m), 1.9 km south
- Brae Fell (586 m), 2.3 km north
Challenges that include Knott
More walks from Orthwaite
Routes in Peakify's guides that start within 500 m of this one, for another day from the same car park.
- Orthwaite via Trusmadoor up Great Cockup
Other routes up Knott
| Route | Distance | Ascent | Time up | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mosedale via Grainsgill Beck | 6.8 km one way | 496 m | 2h 10m | Moderate |
In an emergency
Call 999, ask for the police and then mountain rescue. Give your location (the start is at NY 252 342, the summit at NY 296 329), what happened and how many are in your group. If you have no signal for a call, a text to 999 works once you have registered your phone with emergencySMS: text "register" to 999 before you go.
Orthwaite via Trusmadoor: questions and answers
How far is Orthwaite via Trusmadoor?
Orthwaite via Trusmadoor is 6.1 km one way to the summit of Knott, with 581 m of ascent. There and back by the same way is about 12.2 km.
How long does Orthwaite via Trusmadoor take?
About 2h 10m to the summit of Knott and 3h 25m there and back by Naismith's rule (5 km/h plus 10 minutes per 100 m of ascent), before stops. A relaxed group takes nearer 4h 15m for the round trip.
Where do you park for Orthwaite via Trusmadoor?
Orthwaite via Trusmadoor starts from Orthwaite. The grid reference is NY 252 342.
Is Orthwaite via Trusmadoor suitable for beginners?
Yes, for fit walkers on a clear day. Peakify grades it Moderate: a long climb on a made path, but the top is high, exposed and colder than the start. Turn back if the cloud comes down and you can't navigate.
What time should I start Orthwaite via Trusmadoor today?
By 12:20 at the latest. Sunset on Knott today is 16:45, Orthwaite via Trusmadoor takes about 3h 25m there and back, and that leaves an hour for stops. Start earlier in winter or if the forecast turns.
Is there a GPX for Orthwaite via Trusmadoor?
Not yet. The Peakify iPhone app can plan the route and export a GPX (Peakify Pro).