Haystacks (Buttermere)

Wainwright in Lake District, Western Fells

  • 597m / 1959ft
  • Moderate

Haystacks, located in the Western Fells of the Lake District, is a prominent Wainwright fell standing at 597m. Its moderate difficulty makes it accessible for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a rewarding hike. This picturesque summit offers breathtaking panoramic views of Buttermere, Crummock Water, and the surrounding valleys. Visitors can explore nearby attractions like Scale Force, the highest waterfall in the Lake District, and the charming village of Buttermere.

A small pool on Hay Stacks
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Details

Height
597m / 1959ft
Grid reference
NY 19335 13151
Summit feature
Cairn
Drop
78m
Col
519m NY204124
OS map sheets

(1:50k) 89 90
(1:25k) OL4S

Observations
This is the s cairn and is about 2m higher than n cairn 50m n at ny 19336 13204
Parent
Great Gable

Current Weather (3am)

Clear sky

9.1℃

Rain

0mm

Wind

4mph (E)

Nearby Fells

High Crag (Buttermere)

0.95 miles away

Fleetwith Pike

1.00 miles away

Pillar

1.52 miles away

Brandreth

1.52 miles away