Dovenest Crag, which lies 500 metres (550 yards) south west of the summit, is generally considered to be a part of Glaramara and is covered in that article.

Because of its unique geology, Rosthwaite Fell was declared a Site of Special Scientific Interest in 1985 over an area of 230 hectares (570 acres).

This is an important site as a reference section for detailed geological study and is of historical interest as an area where certain volcanic rock-types were first recognised."

The Stonethwaite route uses Stanger Gill as a guide up to a height of almost 500 metres (1,600 feet) from where it is a simple walk to the summit of Bessyboot.

A mild scramble also allows the north ridge to be ascended starting behind Chapel Farm and keeping west of the locally named Papelay Crag.