What is the best order to do the Three Peaks Challenge?

What order is it best to complete the 3 peaks challenge in? There's no official route to complete the three peaks challenge, but the suggested order is Ben Nevis (Scotland), Scafell Pike (England), and Snowdon (Wales). The idea behind this order is that the biggest mountain is tackled first.



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Whernside is the easiest of the three peaks to climb. it's a massive beast of a hill but with a relatively gentle ascent and descent. Pen-y-ghent is much steeper with a little hands-on scrambling. Ingleborough has some almost vertical summit slopes which are particularly taxing if it's your last peak of the day.

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Ben Nevis is purportedly the hardest mountain (and highest peak) of the Three Peaks Challenge. That's why people tend to do it first if they're taking the 24 hour challenge.

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About & Details. The 3 Day 3 Peaks Challenge is an attempt to climb the three highest peaks in the UK over 3 days, one each day, whilst taking in the magnificent scenery these peaks have to offer. These peaks are Ben Nevis (Scotland), Scafell Pike (England) and Snowdon (Wales), and we complete them in that order.

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In order to avoid traffic, the common pitfall of the Three Peaks Challenge, it is sensible to begin at midday, finishing Ben Nevis by around 5pm, allowing for a late evening drive to Wasdale Head to climb Scafell Pike. Scafell Pike is then climbed in the dark, followed by Snowdon in the morning. Start Ben Nevis.

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Whether you're a seasoned adventurer, or just lacing up your first pair of walking boots, the famous 3 peaks challenge attracts walkers and travellers across the country. With our beginner's guide to the 3 Peak Challenge, we'll provide you with all the information you need before you tackle each peak!

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Completing the three peaks in 24 hours is a challenge not to be taken lightly. Not only do you need to complete each mountain at speed, but you also need to hope for good traffic as you (or hopefully a designated driver) drive between each peak.

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