Shepherd's Crag
Rhyolite Faces W trad Diff to E5 6a
The ever-popular roadside crag of Borrowdale, minutes from the Lodore Falls with views over Derwentwater. Clean volcanic rock gives a dense collection of valley classics at amenable grades, including the much-loved Little Chamonix. Low altitude and a quick approach make it the Lakes' most reliable bad-weather-dodging trad venue.
Conditions right now
Classics
| Route | Grade |
|---|---|
| Brown Slabs Arete | D |
| Little Chamonix | VD |
| Ardus | MVS 4b |
| Eve | VS 4c |
Access & approach
Park at the Kettlewell (Shepherd's) car park just south of Lodore on the B5289; 5 minute walk. National Trust land.
Always check the BMC Regional Access Database (RAD) for current restrictions and seasonal bird bans before visiting. County: Cumbria. View on OpenStreetMap ↗