Great How (Thirlmere)
Mountain in North West England · 333 m
The hike up Great How (Thirlmere)
The route starts at Dam triangle car park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Great How (Thirlmere)?
Great How (Thirlmere) is 333 m above sea level and lies in North West England. Its prominence is 141 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Great How (Thirlmere)?
From Dam triangle car park it is about 2.0 km one way with 167 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 13 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Great How (Thirlmere)?
The nearest parking is Dam triangle car park (west of the peak) — 2.0 km on foot · ↑ 167 m · about 1 h 13 min round trip. Alternative: Legburthwaite Car Park (northeast of the peak) (about 2.1 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 Great How (Thirlmere) in Conquer?
Yes — Great How (Thirlmere) 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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