{"id":368,"date":"2026-09-25T08:54:47","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T08:54:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kragexpeditions.com\/?page_id=368"},"modified":"2026-10-25T15:37:41","modified_gmt":"2026-10-25T15:37:41","slug":"the-lake-district-3000s","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kragexpeditions.com\/?page_id=368","title":{"rendered":"The Lake District 3,000s"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Stand on the summits of all 4 English peaks over 11,201 ft, traversed in one continuous route across three mountain ranges. A significant step up from the UK National Three Peaks<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Lake District National Park, England<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peaks Summited<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Scafell 3,163 ft
Scafell Pike 3,210 ft
High Raise 2,500 ft
Helvellyn 3,117 ft
Skiddaw 3,054 ft
Carl Side 2,448 ft<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Distance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

32 miles<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ascent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

10,365 ft<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical Duration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

24 hours is the traditional target, achievable by fast and fit parties. Can be extended to 2\u20133 days for less extreme and\/or vehicle supported itineraries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Terrain<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Rocky paths and some low grade rock scrambling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Extreme as a 24 hour challenge. If extended over multiple days and\/or support vehicles are used between mountains it can be reduced to merely a tough challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Season<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

April\u2013September is best but can be attempted all year round, weather permitting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Experience<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This is a significantly challenging mental and physical trial which requires good planning, fitness, nutrition and hill-walking experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Route Guide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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