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The Drake Stone – Harbottle Lake loop from Harbottle

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North East England

The Drake Stone – Harbottle Lake loop from Harbottle

Easy

4.5

(12)

95

hikers

The Drake Stone – Harbottle Lake loop from Harbottle

01:08

3.81km

110m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Northumberland National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

439 m

Bench With a View of Drake Stone

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice spot for a rest before tackling the rest of the climb to the Drake stone.

Tip by

2

558 m

Cairn on the way to Drake Stone

Highlight • Trail

A cairn about 2/3rds of the way up to the Drake stone.

Tip by

3

837 m

The Drake Stone

Highlight • Natural

The Drake Stone is afforded a legendary status due to its supposed supernatural healing powers, having been a druid meeting place in times gone by. These days, it's a very tranquil spot with excellent views.

Tip by

4

1.19 km

Harbottle Lake

Highlight • Natural

Here, you are afforded a fantastic view over the serene Harbottle Lake. Please be aware, though, the bog surrounding the lake is dangerous with very deep water underneath it, so make sure you do not stray from the footpath.

Tip by

5

2.40 km

View of the Valley in Northumberland National Park

Highlight • Forest

B

3.81 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.14 km

752 m

748 m

167 m

Surfaces

2.14 km

915 m

752 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Monday 12 October

17°C

6°C

43 %

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