View from Warton Crag – Warton Quarry Crag loop from Carnforth

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View from Warton Crag – Warton Quarry Crag loop from Carnforth

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View from Warton Crag – Warton Quarry Crag loop from Carnforth

01:45

5.86km

180m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape

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219 m

Start of Red Route, Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape

Highlight • Natural Monument

1.28 km

View from Warton Crag

Highlight • Forest

A prominent limestone hill, Warton Crag is the highest point in the Arnside and Silverdale AONB at 535 feet (163 m). Its situation is excellent, overlooking Morecambe Bay, South Cumbria's …

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1.34 km

Warton Crag Trig Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

need good hiking footwear as it's quite steep climbing up and down.

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3.48 km

Sharp Descent to Leighton Moss

Highlight • Viewpoint

Ends in awkward angled T-junction... check your brakes!

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4.71 km

View of Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape

Highlight • Viewpoint

4.74 km

Warton Crag Climb

Highlight • Climb

Short steep section from the Wharton side, longer climb from the Silverdale side

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5.05 km

Warton Quarry Crag

Highlight • Climb

The old quarry situated on the western side of the crag serves as a consistent nesting ground for peregrine falcons, safeguarded by a dedicated team of Falcon Watch volunteers.

Rock …

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5.82 km

Warton Crag Road Climb

Highlight • Natural Monument

Warton Crag is a limestone outcrop with several old quarries and a small hill fort at the top.
It's managed by the Wildlife Trust due to the important habitat for …

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