One of the best of the mountains in the Dales and one of the 'Dales 30'. Buckden Pike sits at the head of Wharfedale with splendid views in all directions.
The Route
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- Start Point: Buckden Car Park, BD23 5JA
- Finish Point: Buckden Car Park, BD23 5JA
- Distance: 5.5 Miles
GPX Route Map
Walk Description
Start in the village of Buckden and head up the steep but obvious path towards this lovely Dales hill. It is worth walking along the 1 mile summit ridge to the Polish War Memorial before returning to the summit.
On the descent take in the lead mines on the slopes above the village of Buckden. Here the remains of an industry which dominated the valley 150 years ago.