Pen-y-ghent
Mountain in Yorkshire and the Humber · 694 m
The hike up Pen-y-ghent
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Pen-y-ghent?
Pen-y-ghent is 694 m above sea level and lies in Yorkshire and the Humber. Its prominence is 305 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Pen-y-ghent?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 2.6 km one way with 275 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 38 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Pen-y-ghent?
The nearest parking is the parking area south of the peak — 2.6 km on foot · ↑ 275 m · about 1 h 38 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southwest of the peak (about 3.9 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 Pen-y-ghent in Conquer?
Yes — Pen-y-ghent 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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