Walking Britain Red Tarn & Birkhouse Moor from Glenridding
Introduction to Walk 2327
Nat Park - Lake District - Lake District Eastern Fells
County/Area - Cumbria
Author - Lou Johnson
Length - 6.0 miles / 9.8 km
Ascent - 2000 feet / 606 metres
Time - 5 hours 0 minutes
Grade - moderate
A scenic Lake District walk to Red Tarn which nestles under the east flank of Helvellyn. The route also includes Birkhouse Moor from where a wonderful panorama over Lakeland can be enjoyed. The walk follows well defined paths although careful navigation is required. Choose a clear day to enjoy the scenery. A GPS File is available for download (see walk description). A route profile is also provided.
Please maintain social distancing - keep at least 2 metres away from other walkers.
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