SCAFELL Solo Mountain Wild Camp at 3100ft - ascent via Lords Rake & The West Wall Traverse

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

If you enjoyed this video you might like to check out my solo summit camp on Scafell Pike kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYWVk4uBoJpnmpY

[@pcr8918]

“Lonely” “scared” “not too good with heights” “buzzing” “brilliant “. Fear and adrenaline are a potent mixture. Thank you for taking us on the journey.

[@robcurrie1261]

You show how wild camping should be done. There are too many on You Tube who camp in the Lake District anywhere they want to without regard for the rules nor the environment. Well done.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Know what you mean Rob. Big thanks 😎👍🙏🏻

[@christine9503]

I'm exhausted just watching that ascent! Great job and thoroughly enjoyed. Greetings from Michigan USA

[@loopylou]

Gosh my legs were paining me looking at you. Well done. Very glad you had a helmet. Amazing scenery.

[@clivemorris8252]

The West Wall was an epic climb, well done. Thanks for bringing the beauty of the Lakes into my living room and sharing your passion. Stay safe 👍

[@Solohikelife]

Always fancied doing this accent of Scafell but didn’t realise just how steep it was in some sections. Hats off for doing it solo with a full rucksack on

[@philipproctor2663]

Hi mate spot on your best video and commentary clip I have seen so far 👍just awesome keep them coming

[@peterdunn39]

Wow another great video Dave 👍

[@andys1760]

My knees felt every step on your way down. Great footage. Many thanks

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Andy. I know what you mean 😢 😁👍

[@davidian107]

Fantastic,brilliant thank you. Well done.

[@summerb917]

Brilliant video as always👍

[@jamieb741]

I'd absolutely love to be doing this , but I've never trained to do it confidently. I'd do it with a guide or group, very happily. Thank you for showing us.👍👏

[@martinliddle1507]

What a fantastic video. 10/10

[@johnchilds4979]

Absolutely brilliant, and frightening. Great camera work. Really enjoyable.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks John 😎👍

[@jeremyflood8144]

Not only will your helmet protect you from falling rocks, if you fall/slip and bang your head the helmet will give you a fighting chance. I have climbed a few lower hills over there but my knees and totally buggered, but i can watch you climbing them for me, Subscribed by the way. Cheers

[@walkandcamp]

That was brilliant. I totally agree about wearing the helmet too... Very wise. Cheers.

[@PabzAbdabz]

This is the first video of yours I've seen and of the many videos of the Lakes I've seen it's one of the best. Such an honest delivery, filming the tough bits, being honest when it's tough going and so personable and professionally put together. I'm a new subscriber. Great stuff

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Really appreciate that Paul. Thanks for the sub 🙏🏻

[@louiseclifford5109]

Brilliant, brings back memories of my childhood, my parents took me and my brother up Lords Rake in ice and snow when kids, dad broke all his toenails off kicking ice holes in the snow for us to stand in. Thankyou for bringing my memories back and stay safe ✌️❤️⛺️.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Wow Louise. Sounds amazing. I’d love to do the ascent in winter conditions. Glad you enjoyed it - ATB Dave

[@theknowlodge8294]

Bloody Hell Dave that’s a scary one. 😂🙈 Must try that very soon. Brilliant vid as ever mate. 👍💪🏕🏔

[@barrygarner9428]

I live near enerdale I thought our scenery was fantastic but scarfell blew it out of water great work keep them coming Barry

[@karenmacleod6816]

Wow. That was scary but thrilling and the views were stunning.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thank you Karen. Glad you enjoyed it 😎👍

[@juliegraham7371]

So enjoyed this…I’m too old to do this now, but remember doing it in my 20’s, just loved seeing it all again. Thank you for your quiet honest video.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

That’s brilliant Julie😎👍. Did you camp up there?

[@juliegraham7371]

@@TheSoloSummiteer Sadly no…it was only an up and down day walk/climb/scramble….and oh my so long ago, for the life of my I can’t remember which descent we took but the day has always stayed with me…partly due to the sense of achievement. And now such a treat to be able to get to do it again albeit virtually. 👍🏻

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Julie 🙏🏻

[@KD__.]

Fantastic trip 👍 don't think it'll be long until you have 100k following if you keep this up .

[@MrDunk66]

Awesome- your videos on my big screen TV make me feel like I am there!

[@alastairkippax]

Brilliant vlog thanks Dave. "I'm not good with heights" trust me you're a heck of a lot better than I am. Brilliant yet again, thanks 👍🏻

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@kathrynosullivan5014]

Great video. We once bivied at Foxes Tarn. It was so still we had candles burning. Drinking beer and whiskey and eating cheese. My mate says "were not actually roughing it are we". It wasa great night. Youve inspired me to do alot more. Cheers Mick

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Mick. I love it there 😎⛰👍

[@barrywebber100]

Awesome! What an achievement, well done! Thanks for posting.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Barry. Glad you enjoyed it 👍😎

[@CollierCraig79]

Wow I really need to do this one, looked really fun.👍

[@brianpierrepont]

Great vid, doing this route this weekend. Thanks for all the pointers 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

No worries Brian 👍

[@ackosadventures2486]

Stunning video not for the faint hearted 👍👍

[@ronellis4566]

I did this walk back in the 80’s with my mate - only time we did Scafell from Wastwater. My mate died a couple of years back from mnd, so this video brought back a lot of great memories, thank you. Great videos and a nice open way of talking us through them.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

That’s a lovely story Ron. Really appreciate your comments 🙏🏻

[@ukcountry3861]

I plan on doing the same route soon it looks absolutely epic, great vid mate

[@mcoppock214]

It is a route I have being wishing to walk scramble. Being on scaffolding and your right no easy routes on that one.

[@lizkent2624]

Waow, epic climb and brilliant video, thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@Mudanzas]

Very occasionally you sit down and watch a vid and get totally absorbed into it. This was fantastic, had a smile on my face all the way through - just felt like I was there with you as the filming really captured the Scafells and surrounding fells, and really helped me remember my previous walks. Brilliant!! 😊👏🏻👍🏻

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

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[@kimdominguez2964]

Really great video!!

[@nickkilgallon3268]

Absolutely Epic! That's the best I've seen Dave! Love the way that you convey your fears and how you cope with them! Inspired to take on Lords Rake now! Thanks for another brilliant trip mate! 👍

[@frodolexi]

Hi Dave, outstanding film, I was totally absorbed in that. WWT is significantly more eroded than my recollection but circa 15/18 years have passed 😄😄 Keep up the good work!

[@markhampton778]

Another absolute beauty. Solitude personified, looked like a little bit of heaven. Superb

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@charleypower6330]

Camped up Scarfell this Friday and Saturday, was in a bivvy bag, weather was rough but what a weekend, great video mate

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Charley 😎👍

[@J-Walks-007]

Excellent mate, well done 👍🏻 👏 some beautiful footage of the sunset/sunrise too! I’ve never been up that way from waswater but that’s gonna have to change after watching this!😂👍🏻 Cheers Dave

[@RichieBrownAnAdventurer]

Wow you really did it justice mate, beautiful views, perfect sunset....speechless. THANK YOU a pleasure to watch.

[@Gooner-1971]

Wow ..!!..absolutely superb mate - thanks so much for giving us all something of true quality to watch 👍🎥⛺️

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

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[@GreyGhost.]

Another belter Dave .... FANTASTIC footage, great route. TOP quality scramble, very testing. Cheers.

[@richardwillingale7013]

Fantastic video mate 👍 thoroughly enjoyed it!

[@RollrightKnights]

You consistently use the best music, and I like that you don't use much of it! Too many outdoors KZbin vloggers have constant music, and it's always really naff, Celtic pan pipes and the like! 🤣

[@Thebluedocful]

Couldn’t agree more!

[@melisbriton]

Omg it’s beautiful there😍🤩!!! very lucky the weather is nice also 🌤☀️

[@kennybrydges9084]

Amazing Dave, well done fella... ATB Kenny ;-)

[@peterkelly8589]

Thank you for sharing that with us. Absolutely loved it.

[@chrispm63]

Brilliant work filming up Lords Rake and the West Wall Traverse. Especially loved the bit where you said it was “proper scary being in that position alone, but let’s plod on” and then took a knee trembling slip on the scree, your face was a picture. The relief and gratitude on your face when you broke out of the gully at the top was superb. Top work ⛰🙏

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Chris 😎👍. Glad I managed to convey my emotions in the film. Was exciting stuff for little me 😁. ATB Dave

[@chrispm63]

@@TheSoloSummiteer yes, I often think of doing exciting stuff alone but I know I lose my nerve more when alone because of the possible consequences of a mishap.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

@@chrispm63 I’m always extra cautious Chris. To say I risk assess every step might be an exaggeration, but I think you know what I mean. ATB Dave

[@goprocaz4019]

Once again another brilliant vlog.👍

[@theheightoflife]

Wow mate you deserve every single one of your subs just for this video lol... absolutely tremendous effort filming up Lords Rake then The West Wall Traverse. Its hard enough doing it anyway, then with the camping pack on, but to film aswell. Good job, top effort Sir 💯👏🏻👏🏻 Fantastic video as always and absolutely loved the views. Thanks!! ATB... Chris

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Chris, really appreciate that 😎👍

[@theheightoflife]

@@TheSoloSummiteer You're very welcome mate... Oh and just camped on St Sunday Crag last night. You were right (in ur vid) the ground is rocky as hell haha... tried 3 places, two of them after sunset and just about got the Soulo in place 🤣 all good fun though. Look forward to your next adventure 😊✌🏼 Chris

[@CharlesP69]

You don’t like the easy routes Dave! Another great watch. Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@stephenrobinson7197]

Great vid. Thanks for showing the West Wall traverse. On my to do list. Haven't seen vids of it so it's put me off 👍

[@craigstuart8252]

Excellent you’ve got some balls Dave

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Cheers Craig 😎👍

[@SAXONWARLORD1000AD]

GREAT IDEA WITH THE HELMET , IM SURE NOT MANY THINK OF THAT

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Know what you mean. Not only does it protect from rock fall from above but also if you stumble and fall it protects your head too.

[@jameshudson8514]

West wall traverse one of my favourite hidden jems in the lakes,nice one!

[@markburke5790]

Great film..bang on with the helmet..it only takes one person in front of you on a climb like that..

[@stephendixon3498]

Really enjoyed this ! Thank You .

[@rachelberney3713]

You are fast becoming my fave youtuber . Brew With A View . You should be sponsored by Yorkshire tea 😆

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Big thanks Rachel 😁😎👍

[@jimmarshall9945]

Great vid Dave, 👍you inspired me to head down to the Lakes for the first time ever, had a jaunt round Striding edge and Squirrel edge, Helvellyn, did it early so no crowd's.... so a nice wee change from up North. Atp. 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Brilliant Jim. Glad you enjoyed it 😎👍⛰

[@graehamquilliam7019]

Great video Dave with stunning views. Your best one yet. It looked like a epic trip. Thanks for sharing.

[@scotthoward5098]

Fantastic video - best one yet Well done 👏

[@therossendalerambler-mikei7294]

Brilliant views and video brings back some great memories of my scouting days, must revisit.

[@glyn_mtn]

Fantastic video again! Loved hearing a Ring Ouzel at around 13:35. For me, one of the best sounds in the mountains.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Glyn and thanks for pointing the out🙏🏻. I wondered what it was 👍😎

[@glyn_mtn]

@@TheSoloSummiteer My pleasure. It's one of those sounds that confirms you're in the heart of the mountains - a lovely little bird often heard in high, rocky places where it can seem to echo from the cliffs.

[@HobbiesAndSunshine]

Brilliant climb. Just the basics with you, loved every minute, thanks.

[@SAXONWARLORD1000AD]

WOW - YOUR DEDICATION TO FILMING WHILE CLIMBING IS IMPRESSIVE , IT WAS SCARY FROM MY ARMCHAIR , LET ALONG DOING IT - i went up Scarfell Pike yesterday , nothing like your ascent - IM GOING TO CHECK OUT YOUR PIKE SUMMIT CAMP NEXT TO SEE WHERE YOU PUT YOUR TENT , SEEMED LIKE A FIELD OF ROCKS TO ME , A BED OF NAILS SEEMS MORE APPEALING

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Just managed to squeeze my tent in up there. ATB Dave

[@DaveGoodman1959]

Thank you Dave, I used to enjoy days out like that with my brother years ago but well out of practice these days, I have looked down Lords Rake a couple of times and thought Im never coming up that route. Well done.👍👌

[@SimonEdwards]

Spot on that great day

[@MrRennieFrumpkin]

That’s the first time I’ve seen an ascent of Lords rake on beard-cam!! Innovative as ever - superb stuff!!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😆😁👍

[@MrRennieFrumpkin]

Stunning film, thank you 🙏

[@steveooutdoors9506]

Great video this one, I think you pushed yourself to the limit. Glad you were safe and topped out OK.

[@TheEyesofOwen]

Super scenery that looked a little scary getting to the top

[@gregjfitzpatrick]

Thanks, I really enjoyed this video.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Greg🙏🏻

[@Fishiness]

Dave, just wanted to thank you. You inspired me to shift some weight and get back into camping. As a result of this vid, me and a buddy climbed Scafell this weekend. It was a bit of a scorcher - and we binned off the west wall coz it was just too daunting, and I was running on empty, but we just proceeded up the rake and camped up top.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thanks for letting me know. Awesome effort. Love it 😎👍

[@RobsAdventures]

Great video mate. Some stunning scenery. I did Lords Rake about 3 years ago in horrendous weather. Was pretty scary but great fun. Not sure I’d want to attempt it with a heavy rucksack on my back so great effort by you. Keep up the great work. Take care 👍😊

[@Steve-jo9cu]

Great video.Well done.

[@BorderRambler]

Well out of my comfort zone Dave , captured some stunning footage of some scary looking ascents . atb Dave

[@MrShadyfourfive]

Excellent video 👍

[@benny_mc]

Awesome video 👍

[@robertmelia7162]

Love your videos and the knowledge you have of the mountains is fantastic!

[@alanguthrie8415]

Fantastic stuff dave. Been up there but never had a camp . All good stuff though cheers man 👍⛺️

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Ace! Pretty much identical to my last video... we should have done it together! Next time if you fancy it somewhere?! Get your back sorted. All the best Al

[@treklinda1309]

Oh that would be amazing to see you two hiking together!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

I’d already planned this trip when I saw your videos. Couldn’t believe it 😁. Cheers Al 🙏🏻

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

@@treklinda1309 Definitely one day soon! At least we wouldn’t do any boring camp together.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

@@TheSoloSummiteer Well at some point we will definitely have to get out for an adventure together. I’m up for anything, anywhere, any scale and any conditions. Take care. Al

[@MyJazz66]

Enjoyed the video ...and thanks for the hiking tips up different routes I love the lakes but never camp so high up .

[@martinjplant]

Really enjoyed that epic climb thanks for bringing us along.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@stephenhendry8731]

Absolutely brilliant!! Top quality filming and commentary. I felt I was there and memories of my own experiences. Well done.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

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[@gary1164]

This is right up there with your bivi camp in the snow a coupe of months ago. I know you get great enjoyment from it yourself but thanks so much for going to all the extra effort to film it and take us along and give us all the enjoyment too.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

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[@robertgordon5150]

Wow. Your reaction when you came out the gully was exactly the same as mine. Buzzing. A truly great route and very atmospheric. We didn’t have quite the same clear weather but the mist swirling around the route added a bit of spice. I try not to repeat routes but I’d definitely do that one again. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Robert🙏🏻. Aye it’s a belter indeed 😎👍

[@WildAstro]

Bloody hell Dave! Me and the mrs were willing you on to the top of that climb mate and it must be a hell of a feeling. Fair play, another great film. Really enjoyed pal!

[@NNICKKK]

Amazing as always, atb! Love the longer vid too!

[@michaelblack9813]

Owwwh! West wall traverse luvin' it ! 😁 It's hard enough going up Lord's Rake with two hands never mind holding a pole with a Go Pro on the end of it. Going to have to try that Traverse M8. Great content as always Dave. ATB Mick.😤👍

[@robs_rambles]

Another superb video Dave. Sensible choice putting the lid on! Even a little pebble to the noggin from up there could do you a real mischief! I'm not great with heights either but it's good to challenge ourselves occasionally! Definitely earned that brew mate!

[@garrygreen3210]

Outstanding video mate! Cracking stuff all the way, and kudos for videoing much of Lords Rake and the West Wall Traverse. Good to know what the rake looks like since the chockstone fell. Subscribed.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Garry 😎👍

[@TheKeefusoutdoors]

Love your channel mate. I'm looking to do Lord's Rake next week.....I'm bricking it. haha!! ATB

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻😎👍stay safe, man

[@davidnyeste7282]

Another great video. I'm really enjoying these videos, especially this one as I'm heading up there in a couple of weeks to take on the 4 highest peaks. The biggest issue I've come across has been finding a way down from Scafell and this particular video has been an incredible insight into how to conquer it.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one David 😎👍. Really appreciate the feedback and glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your trip. ATB Dave

[@UhEviqs]

Cracking video dave, was thinking of doing this when i get back from my deployment, Keep it up mate!

[@CS-vr7uo]

Really enjoyed this one..superb footage. Must be crazy doing lords rake and traverse one handed whilst holding camera pole with the other 😂

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers CS 😎👍. It was fine, really. I put the camera away on the tricky bits. Any issues I would just have let go of it. Glad you enjoyed it 👍 ATB Dave

[@CS-vr7uo]

It was superb video, and long film..the sunrise was tremendous..I need to get back up to the lakes, not been since pre pandemic, mind you 15 mile walk along the coastal path in Cornwall last week knackered my knee! Out of practice..

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Spicy route Dave, loved it! Atb A

[@adamrutherford722]

Cheers for filming this. I was recently going to attempt the Lords Rake/WWT ascent from Scafell Pike for a Bob recce but due to not knowing the route and really bad clag I decided to do Foxes Tarn instead. I appreciate it's difficult to capture the steepness and technical nature of some of the climbs but it was pretty helpful for me seeing this. Looking forward to getting back out there to tackle Lords...

[@OlliesDadventures]

Just watched this again mate in preparation for next week and glad I did as I think it has convinced me to take the route up via cam spout and foxes gully etc. Think the forecast and the fact Ollie and the Mrs are with me makes me realise that way is maybe a bit selfish 😜😜 Can’t wait for next week now

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

A wise decision I think 👍

[@OlliesDadventures]

@@TheSoloSummiteer it’s the Mrs I worry about 🤣🤣

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

@OlliesDadventures don’t underestimate the route up Cam Spout and Foxes Tarn Gully. It’s a 600m ascent. The 3 stages including the scree section to Symonds Knott are pretty steep and will be tricky if raining (which it probably will be).

[@OlliesDadventures]

@@TheSoloSummiteer yes mate I’ve camped at Foxes Tarn a long time ago so know what you mean but I was just thinking it might be easier than Lords Rake (even if not taking the west wall traverse) I’ll be playing it all by the weather anyway so could always fall back on the slight side approach 😜😜

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

@OlliesDadventures yeah. I’ve always said Scafell is the most difficult summit in the Lake District. No easy way up.