The best approach to its summit is from this section of the Dales Way by leaving the path at Stonehouse Farm and following the Arten Gill path up Dent Fell towards Widdale and leaving it to complete the ascent before returning in the direction one came.
To reach the summit, follow the Dales Way from Stonehouse Farm, leaving the main path behind. Then, take the Arten Gill trail upwards towards Widdale, and after reaching the top, retrace your steps back down the way you originally came.