Kentmere Round from Kentmere

Lake District National Park

Hiking Difficult

Distance: 22 km
Ascent: 1.2 km
Descent: 1.2 km
Duration: 6-7 hrs

Low Point: 171 m
High Point: 826 m
Gradient: 13˚

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 171 m to the maximum altitude of 826 m, the route covers 22 km, 1198 vertical metres of ascent and 1199 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Kentmere - Sallows - Yoke - Ill Bell - Froswick - Thornthwaite Crag - High Street - Mardale Ill Bell - Harter Fell - Kentmere Pike - Shipman Knotts - Kentmere

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.