Mirkiln Canyon

Adventure Canyon

Grade: V3 A2 III ★★

Summary

A mixture of abseils and downclimbs tucked away in the wild valley of Ennerdale.

Canyon Descent:

200m

Highest Drop:

15m

Canyon Length:

630m

Minimum Ropes:

1x 40m

Flood Risk:

Medium

Access Type:

Public

Rock Type:

Dolerite

Catchment:

1.71km2

Water Level Indicator

*No Water Level Indicator

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Duration: in, down and out:

IN 1hr 30mins / DOWN 2hr 30mins / OUT 1hr

Anchors

Mixed

Notes

Watch out for loose rock througout & log jams in the lower section. Anchors installed Aug 2025. 40m rope best but you could probably get away with a 30m. River name - Low Beck

Description

Approach from Bowness Knott car park and get in at 350m ASL. The canyon has a remote feel & has an impressive 11 abseils, some of which require ghosting techniques. Some downclimbing is required, however the canyon is mostly escapable. Get out when the canyon flattens out just above the bridge at 150m ASL.

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First Recorded Descent Team

WCGST

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Disclaimer No responsibility or liability is taken for any harm, death or loss of property from using the information found on Canyon Log. Topo features, descriptions and notes may not be accurate and could be misleading. You must carry anchor building materials, be experienced and use your own judgement when canyoning. Flooding can completely change the layout, features and conditions. Insufficient experience may result in death.