3 Days Solo Wild Camping in the Lake District | Sprinkling Tarn

Join me on a thrilling solo backpacking adventure through the snow and hail storms of the Lake District! Over the course of three days, I faced some of the toughest challenges, including heavy snow, hail, sleet, and freezing rain, but emerged victorious with an experience to remember and cherish.

Starting from Seathwaite with the intention of finishing in Grasmere, I was forced to abort the mission and seek refuge in the stunning Great Langdale valley. Along the way, I captured the epic scenery and landscapes with my DJI Drone Mini, showcasing the beauty of the Lake District in all its glory.

Despite being weather-bound for a night, I conserved my energy in the tent as it started to snow, enjoying the delightful sound of the falling flakes on the tent fly. The next day, I battled through heavy snow, getting lost a couple of times, before being battered by stronger winds, hail, sleet, and freezing rain.

I eventually made it to Angle Tarn, but the weather eventually got too much on a peak of 700m+. I had to re-strategize and retreat to the safety of the nearest valley, Great Langdale. I pitched the tent just before the rain came again, bringing an epic hail storm that left me completely drenched.

Despite the challenging conditions, I found comfort and safety in my tent shelter, enjoying the ambience of the raging wind, hail, and rain outside. This adventure pushed me to my limits and beyond, but left me with an experience that I will never forget.

So, hit that play button and join me on this epic solo backpacking adventure through the snow and hail storms of the Lake District!

Please like and subscribe for more! And see you on the next one my friend,

Eze

------- CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO --------
0:00 - Intro & Plan
2:46 - Hike to Styhead Tarn
6:45 - Great Gable Snow Summit
14:36 - Hike to Sprinkling Tarn
17:30 - Camp 1
24:11 - Story (First Wild Camp)
26:39 - Day 2 Weather Bound
31:36 - Hiking (Adverse Weather)
36:57 - Weather Battering
40:48 - Stormy Camp 2
45:24 - Day 3
48:45 - Reflections

Gear List and Links:

Sleep & Camp:
Tent – Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 20D Grey - https://amzn.to/3tzNNXk
Sleeping Pad - Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm - https://amzn.to/3xpOVhw
Fold Foam Pad - Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite SOL - https://amzn.to/3xncjw9
Sleeping Bag (Comfort 5c) - Thermarest Questar 32 - https://amzn.to/39s6yoX
Sleeping Bag (Comfort -2c) – Rab Ascent 700 - https://amzn.to/3xiMVYk
Tarp – DD Hammocks - DD SuperLight Tarp 3m x 2.9m - https://amzn.to/3ty5wyD

Tools & Fishing:
Knife - Mora Outdoor Companion 860 - https://amzn.to/3tCfDlR
Saw - Bahco Laplander Folding Saw - https://amzn.to/3aYd6fv
Fishing Rod – QudraKast Fishing Rod - https://amzn.to/3xjlXQ8
Fishing Reel - Piscifun Flame Spinning Ultra Smooth - https://amzn.to/3xocOpz

Cooking:
Water Filter – SAWYER Squeeze - https://amzn.to/3xueDl7
Stove - MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove - https://amzn.to/3QjCRac
Titanium Pot – Lixada Titanium Cup 750ml - https://amzn.to/39uKGZX
Cookware Kit – Aitsite Cookware Kit Aluminum Lightweight - https://amzn.to/3tznCAe

Filming:
Drone – DJI Air 2S Fly More Combo - https://amzn.to/3MOsZSE
iPhone 13 Pro 512GB - https://amzn.to/3mHR2bl
GoPro – HERO8 Black - https://amzn.to/3txbEa4
GoPro Clamp – https://amzn.to/3aScJmp
GoPro Dual Battery Charger - https://amzn.to/3xp57zu
Tripod Main – K&F Concept 64” Compact Light Aluminium Tripod - https://amzn.to/3NQ8K8I

Electronics:
Garmin InReach Mini – https://amzn.to/3aYinnj
Battery Bank - Anker PowerCore 20100 - 20000mAh - https://amzn.to/3O57L4N
Charging Cable (Lightning) – Anker 1ft - https://amzn.to/3HhVJlS
Headtorch – https://amzn.to/3zBfDGD
Thermometer – https://amzn.to/3HhVJlS

Clothing:
Muck Boots (Knee length) – Arctic Sport - https://amzn.to/3QhrkYV
Boots Hiking - Scarpa Men’s Terra GTX - https://amzn.to/3mHwjVc
Socks (Waterproof) - SEALSKINZ Cold Weather - https://amzn.to/3HlVXsb
Socks (Merino Wool) – https://amzn.to/3tW52Td