Black Crags (Mickleden)
Mountain in North West England · 588 m
The hike up Black Crags (Mickleden)
The route starts at Old Dungeon Ghyll — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Black Crags (Mickleden)?
Black Crags (Mickleden) is 588 m above sea level and lies in North West England. Its prominence is 32 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Black Crags (Mickleden)?
From Old Dungeon Ghyll it is about 5.2 km one way with 505 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 11 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Black Crags (Mickleden)?
The nearest parking is Old Dungeon Ghyll (southeast of the peak) — 5.2 km on foot · ↑ 505 m · about 3 h 11 min round trip. Alternative: Great Langdale Bunkhouse (east of the peak) (about 5.6 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 Black Crags (Mickleden) in Conquer?
Yes — Black Crags (Mickleden) 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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