Illgill Head

Wainwright in Lake District, Southern Fells

  • 608m / 1997ft
  • Moderate

Illgill Head is a prominent Wainwright fell located in the Southern Fells of the Lake District. Rising to a height of 608.8m, it offers a moderate hiking challenge. The fell boasts stunning panoramic views, encompassing famous landmarks such as Wastwater, England's deepest lake, and the dramatic Wasdale valley. Adventurous trekkers can relish in the natural beauty while exploring Illgill Head's rugged terrain.

It's all a bit much for one member of the party
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Details

Height
608m / 1997ft
Grid reference
NY 16898 04924
Summit feature
Rock
Drop
312.2m
Col
296.6m NY 1829 0555
OS map sheets

(1:50k) 89
(1:25k) OL6N

Observations
Higher by 0.5m than rock by windshelter at ny16905 05025; rock 30m sw at ny 16874 04908 is 0.04m lower

Current Weather (3am)

Clear sky

7.5℃

Rain

0mm

Wind

4mph (NE)

Nearby Fells

Whin Rigg (Wasdale)

1.41 miles away

Middle Fell

1.82 miles away

Buckbarrow

2.19 miles away

Yewbarrow

2.22 miles away