Description
The wilder part of the Peak District.
Dark Peak is a landscape of moorland, open high ground, and dark gritstone formations. The book covers both well-known hiking areas and several options off the most-used paths. Kinder Scout, Bleaklow, and the distinctive rock edges offer different experiences, from sweeping views to more sheltered valleys and traces of the area’s history.
Circular walks and long continuous hiking days.
The selection comprises 35 circular walks and five longer routes. This makes it possible to choose a regular day hike from one of the valleys or set aside more time for extensive walks across the moors. Several of the routes can be adapted, but the longest options require good fitness and a realistic assessment of time needed.
Maps and practical information in one place.
The route descriptions are supplemented with maps, overviews of the walks, and information on starting points, parking, and transport. The book also offers suggestions for local stops and covers the area’s nature and history. GPX files from the publisher can be used as a supplement when planning the route and assessing how it fits into the day’s hike.
Good navigation is part of the experience.
On the high moors, visibility and ground conditions can make the walk more demanding than the elevation suggests. Changing weather and wet terrain are important considerations throughout the year. The guide suits hikers who want a wide range of walks and wish to actively use the descriptions to choose a suitable route based on conditions and experience.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher emerged among climbers and mountaineers who wanted to share thorough knowledge of their routes – a tradition that still characterizes these compact books for walking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Paul Besley. English language. 224 pages. First edition, published in 2017. ISBN 9781852845193.
