What outdoor activities are popular in Borrowdale?

Climbers and hikers are drawn to the peak of England’s tallest mountain, the 3,209-foot Scafell Pike, and usually base themselves in nearby towns and valleys like Borrowdale and Eskdale. It’s also possible to wild camp on Scafell Pike, which offers great views across the rugged landscape. Be prepared with proper cold- and wet-weather gear, as conditions can be harsh at these higher altitudes.