Bakestall can be climbed as part of the less crowded northern approach to Skiddaw using the rough track to Skiddaw House (part of the Cumbria Way) as far as Whitewater Dash falls and then ascending Birkett Edge to reach the summit.
One can ascend Bakestall via the less frequented northern path to Skiddaw, utilizing a rugged trail that leads to Skiddaw House (part of the Cumbria Way), until reaching Whitewater Dash falls, after which one ascends Birkett Edge to reach the summit.