Indy's first ascent of Hay Stacks, which was to become a favourite

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INDY Jun 25, 2024 Gatesgarth, Scarth Gap, Hay Stacks, Innominate Tarn, Warnscale Beck

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Distance 4.49 miles, Time 2.56 h, Total Ascent 1,870 ft Imperial | Metric

INDY SAYS: Now I understand why Woofright said that he liked this fell so much. It's brilliant, I love it!
A bit of scrambling on Hay Stacks, but I can do it. Plenty of water, tarns to swim in, Happy Days! Tired though.

Start: Gatesgarth

1) "Honister rambler" bus from Keswick to Gatesgarth
2) Limited car parking at Gatesgarth [NY 19455 14999]

Route

Gatesgarth, Scarth Gap, Hay Stacks, Innominate Tarn, Warnscale Beck
Distance 4.49 miles, Time 2.56 h, Total Ascent 1,870 ft
Wainwright Pictorial Guide: The Western Fells

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Route maps from Ordnance Survey are scaled 1:25000 unless otherwise indicated.
Distance, Hike Time and Total Ascent as supplied by OS. Image shows planned route.
Distance 4.49 miles, Time 2.56 h, Total Ascent 1,870 ft

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