Scale Force
Scale Force
4.6km
Total Distance
191m
Elevation Gain
Trail description
From Buttermere village the path crosses the valley floor and Scale Bridge, then follows the south west shore of Crummock Water before climbing beside Scale Beck to the waterfall. Scale Force is considered the highest waterfall in the Lake District, with a total height usually given as 170 feet, about 52 m, hidden in a deep gorge on the northern flank of Red Pike.
Route Map
Along the trail
- Bus stop
- Bridge Hotel · 37m from the start
- Parking
- 6m from the start
