FamxplorRed Pike
What to expect
Red Pike is a fell in the High Stile range in the western English Lake District, which separates Ennerdale from the valley of Buttermere and Crummock Water. It is 2,476 ft high and known for its rich red colouring due to the presence of syenite in the rock and subsoil. The direct ascent of Red Pike from Buttermere is very popular and the ridge walk from Red Pike to Haystacks is regarded as one of the finest in the area, with excellent views of the Scafells, Great Gable and Pillar. The fell can be confused with Red Pike (Wasdale), which is only three miles away but cannot be seen from the summit. Red Pike is a great place for hiking and walking, with stunning views and a fun trail, but it's a challenging route that requires a good level of fitness, surefootedness, and sturdy footwear
Plan your family visit to the Red Pike with these blog insights 👇
Our 10 hikes in the Lake District with children
Activities: We hiked Red Pike, starting with a walk along Buttermere Lake and then climbing up to Scale Force waterfall. The descent was down a challenging path with loose rocks
Highlights: The family enjoyed the views from the summit and the Scale Force waterfall. The descent was fun but tricky ✨