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St John'S Castlerigg And Wythburn

Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir – Thirlmere Dam Tower loop from St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn

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St John'S Castlerigg And Wythburn

Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir – Thirlmere Dam Tower loop from St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn

Moderate

4.6

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55

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Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir – Thirlmere Dam Tower loop from St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn

01:18

17.0km

270m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: August 20, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.83 km

Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Over a century ago, a large dam at the valley's northern end submerged two small lakes and a hamlet, forming Thirlmere Reservoir - a stunning spot for cycling.

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2

3.88 km

Thirlmere Dam Tower

Highlight • Monument

Don't walk on the wall as dangerous but nice tower and plaque to commemorate the dam.

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3

3.95 km

Thirlmere Reservoir Dam Road

Highlight • Lake

Nice road but currently (04/22) the road to the western side of the reservoir is closed due to storm damage.

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4

5.98 km

Thirlmere Balcony Road

Highlight • Lake

the road on the eastern side of thirlmere is closed and may remain closed . a decision is expected in early 2024. so forget this ride

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5

8.02 km

Hawes How Island

Highlight • Lake

This is a little hidden gem on a wonderful lake. Away from the normal business of the Lakes, this island is great to explore.(The location beacon should be on the …

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6

8.69 km

Thirlmere Balcony Road

Highlight • Viewpoint

A beautiful quiet alternative to the busy A-road on the opposite side of the reservoir. Runs to the west of Thirlmere.

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7

9.97 km

Thirlmere Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Thirlmere is a quiet picturesque location off the beaten track. From this car park there are lovely walks along the shore of the lake. Even if you just drive along …

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8

11.8 km

Thirlmere Gravel Path and Waterfall

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Lovely double track gravel. Steep in places, AMAZING views.

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17.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.04 km

7.59 km

793 m

615 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.07 km

3.73 km

3.66 km

3.57 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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Friday 9 October

12°C

6°C

55 %

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