Upper Eskdale has two main bouldering venues; the excellent Sampson's Stones, and the smaller Heron Stones. There is also some bouldering at Slate Knott although nothing very significant.
Routes
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60 boulder problems (VB...V8) Graded List of Routes List of First Ascents | |||
| Buttress (click for routes) | No. of Routes | Route Type | Sunshine or shade |
Approach walk | Other | Page |
| Sampson's Stones Upper Eskdale's prime venue, Sampson's Stones is without a doubt one of the better bouldering areas... |
41 | Boulder |
Lots of sun! |
Uphill 70 mins |
Windy | 190 |
| Heron Stones Underneath Heron Crag is a good-looking boulderfield. On closer inspection, only the two boulders... |
19 | Boulder |
Afternoon sun |
Level 15 mins |
Windy | 194 |
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