Yewbarrow
Mountain in North West England
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The hike up Yewbarrow
The route starts at Lake Head 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 Yewbarrow?
Yewbarrow is 629 m above sea level and lies in North West England. Its prominence is 144 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Yewbarrow?
From Lake Head Car Park it is about 1.6 km one way with 566 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 54 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Yewbarrow?
The nearest parking is Lake Head Car Park (southeast of the peak) — 1.6 km on foot · ↑ 566 m · about 2 h 54 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 1.9 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 Yewbarrow in Conquer?
Yes — Yewbarrow 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 Yewbarrow in the app
Check in on the summit and earn points. Collect peaks across United Kingdom, build streaks and level up together with your friends.
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