Birch Fell
Mountain in North West England · 318 m
The hike up Birch Fell
The route starts at Gummers How Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Birch Fell?
Birch Fell is 318 m above sea level and lies in North West England. Its prominence is 46 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Birch Fell?
From Gummers How Car Park it is about 2.0 km one way with 149 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 7 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Birch Fell?
The nearest parking is Gummers How Car Park (south of the peak) — 2.0 km on foot · ↑ 149 m · about 1 h 7 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southeast of the peak (about 3.3 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Birch Fell in Conquer?
Yes — Birch Fell is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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