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West Midlands Region
Staffordshire
Staffordshire Moorlands
Quarnford

Chrome Hill – View of Parkhouse Hill loop from Quarnford

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Hiking trails & Routes
West Midlands Region
Staffordshire
Staffordshire Moorlands
Quarnford

Chrome Hill – View of Parkhouse Hill loop from Quarnford

Moderate

3.8

(4)

46

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Chrome Hill – View of Parkhouse Hill loop from Quarnford

04:39

15.8km

450m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 1, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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5.80 km

Chrome Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

good hiking shoes boots..this was water logged and muddy

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2

6.15 km

View of Chrome Hill (The Dragon's Back)

Highlight • Natural Monument

A row of hills resembling the back of a sleeping dragon.

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3

6.69 km

Chrome Hill

Highlight • Climb

Chrome Hill, and its smaller neighbour Parkhouse Hill, are amongst some of the most distinctive hills in the Peak District. Commonly known as the ‘Dragon’s Back’, the hill boasts amazing views and a wonderful challenge.

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4

7.04 km

View of Parkhouse Hill (Dragon's Back)

Highlight • Summit

Very slippery. And right dangerous when it's it's raining sra

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5

8.09 km

View of Parkhouse Hill

Highlight • Summit

This trail between Hollinsclough and Parkhouse Hill affords wonderful views over Parkhouse and Chrome, characterful hills that are the remnants of an ancient coral reef. There is a ford but a footbridge is available if the water is deep.

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6

8.83 km

Hollinsclough Honesty Shop

Highlight • Rest Area

Fab little shop in a lovely area for hiking near Dragon's back. Open 7.30 am - 7.30 pm daily. Has a bean to coffee machine, ice creams, drinks, local craft …

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7

8.85 km

Honey's Shop

Highlight • Cafe

Brilliant little place where you can get lots of different refreshments as you walk this lovely area. Takes cash and has a self use card machine with simple instructions. We …

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8

9.57 km

View of Chrome Hill and Parkhouse Hill

Highlight • Summit

One of the most popular spots in the peaks.

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15.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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11.6 km

2.27 km

941 m

926 m

Surfaces

5.56 km

3.95 km

2.06 km

2.05 km

1.73 km

372 m

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Tuesday 26 May

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12°C

24 %

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