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North West England

Wray Castle – Grizedale Tarn loop from Skelwith

North West England

Wray Castle – Grizedale Tarn loop from Skelwith

Hard

5.0

(1)

6

riders

Wray Castle – Grizedale Tarn loop from Skelwith

02:13

32.4km

560m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 18.1 km for 142 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.00 km

View of the Langdales

Highlight • Viewpoint

On a clear day the view is stunning

Tip by

3.81 km

Pull Garth Wood

Forest

3

5.13 km

Gravel Trails Between Brathay, Outgate and Wray

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice way to avoid the roads into Ambleside. Good for campers in Low Wray.

Tip by

4

6.65 km

Wray Castle

Highlight • Castle

A National Trust property that's open for visitors from late March to late October, Wray Castle is a stunning Victorian house built in 1840. A bit of a strange sight …

Tip by

5

9.16 km

Hawkshead to Wray Lanes

Highlight • Trail

Lovely quiet lanes with sudden surprise views in all directions

Tip by

6

15.1 km

Rocky Trail Finish – Lake District National Park

Highlight • Climb

The end of the trail spits you straight out onto a road. Anchor on early.

Tip by

7

18.1 km

Grizedale Tarn

Highlight • Forest

Just off of the cycle path (make sure you walk with your bikes) you will find grizedale tarn. A beautiful spot for a snack break.

Tip by

8

26.0 km

High Cross

Highlight • Rest Area

High Cross parking and seating area is located at the top of Hawkshead Hill. It is a welcome stop for a break for many bikers and hikers. The views are spectacular

Tip by

9

29.5 km

The Drunken Duck Inn

Highlight • Pub

Cosy pub serving food.

Tip by

30.5 km

Bull Close Coppice

Forest

B

32.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.4 km

12.8 km

433 m

371 m

214 m

181 m

Surfaces

13.6 km

9.84 km

5.45 km

3.10 km

432 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Wednesday 21 October

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3°C

28 %

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