Helm Crag
Mountain in North West England
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The hike up Helm Crag
The route starts at Easedale Tarn Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Helm Crag?
Helm Crag is 405 m above sea level and lies in North West England. Its prominence is 72 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Helm Crag?
From Easedale Tarn Car Park it is about 2.0 km one way with 320 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 3 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Helm Crag?
The nearest parking is Easedale Tarn Car Park (southeast of the peak) — 2.0 km on foot · ↑ 320 m · about 2 h 3 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 2.2 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 Helm Crag in Conquer?
Yes — Helm Crag 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.
Conquer Helm Crag in the app
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