This area is dominated by Dow Crag with a couple of smaller areas close by. There is plenty of potential for new routes on both Dow Crag and Blind Tarn Crag. The fastest approach to all areas is from the top of the Walna Scar Road or if road is too icy walk in from Scar Head via Tranearth.
Routes
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17 winter routes (I...VI) Graded List of Routes List of First Ascents | |||
| Buttress (click for routes) | No. of Routes | Route Type | Sunshine or shade |
Approach walk | Other |
| Blind Tarn Crag SD 261966 615m. NE Facing. The small crag above Blind Tarn just, south of Dow Crag. Approach from... |
1 | Winter |
Early morning sun |
Uphill 50 mins |
Windy |
| Dow Crag SD 263977 600m. E Facing. A superb winter climbing destination when in condition. This is a... |
15 | Winter |
Early morning sun |
Uphill 50 mins |
Windy |
| Goats Water Crag SD 269979 675m. W Facing. This is the impressive expanse of broken ground on the west face of... |
1 | Winter |
Evening sun |
Level 60 mins |
Windy |
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