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Elterwater Cycling Routes – Elterwater Cycle Path loop from Great Langdale

Elterwater Cycling Routes – Elterwater Cycle Path loop from Great Langdale

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Elterwater Cycling Routes – Elterwater Cycle Path loop from Great Langdale

01:02

18.4km

180m

Gravel riding

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

Last updated: June 20, 2026

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After 9.92 km for 53 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.10 km

Gravel Path in Lake District National Park

Highlight • Cycleway

Very good flat wide gravel road.

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6.91 km

Elterwater Cycling Routes

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In Elterwater and its surroundings, it is good for cycling. There are cycle routes through the village, including to Ambleside and Coniston.

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7.08 km

Elterwater is a wonderful lake in Langdale Valley. A smooth gravel trail leads around the water's edge, through shaded woodlands. Hugged by emerald fells, this is a beautiful spot in the Lake District.

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9.88 km

Chesters by the River Café

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So nice to come across a great veggie cafe with outdoor seating by the river, especially one that's happy to have cyclists and hikers traipsing through it. Tasty food and …

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10.5 km

The Trevor Woodburn Bridge

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The bridge is situated on a footpath and cycle path linking Elterwater to Skelwith Bridge, near Ambleside in Cumbria. The bridge spans the River Brathay, a short distance upstream from …

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12.2 km

Gravel path beside Great Langdale Beck

Highlight • Trail

Very good gravel/cobble surface. Usually very busy with families and walkers.

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14.7 km

Langdale Valley Scenic Route

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Fabulous sweeping, smooth tarmac through the Langdale Valley with views to die for!

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16.9 km

Langdale Valley Road

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The most brilliantly idyllic valley road especially heading West toward Blea Tarn

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18.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.01 km

6.96 km

1.45 km

1.16 km

440 m

310 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.94 km

5.87 km

3.05 km

428 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

29°C

16°C

39 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Comments

February 4, 2023,Steady haulers 25% challenge

Steady gravel spin with a cheeky 25% climb up to the tarn. Bit rough for the trailer round the tarn but doable if you take it steady.

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Elterwater Cycling Routes – Elterwater Cycle Path loop from Great Langdale

Gravel Path in Lake District National Park

Elterwater Cycling Routes

Elterwater Cycle Path

Chesters by the River Café

The Trevor Woodburn Bridge

Gravel path beside Great Langdale Beck

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