Biking in the Lake District
get out, explore and enjoy ...
Biking in the Lake District
get out, explore and enjoy ...
Biking in the Lake District
Biking in the Lake District can be an easy trip up the valley, or a more strenuous adventure up the mountains.
Loughrigg Loop
Something for everyone. Steep climbs, fast descents, spectacular views, ancient quarries and even an old golf course (if you know where to look). The loop of Loughrigg goes from Langdale alongside the river to Skelwith Bridge, around to the tarn to Loughrigg Terrace, which not only provides stunning views, but it’s also pretty fun.
Length: 19 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Ascent: 505 metres
Max Altitude: 249 metres
Tilberthwaite, Hodge Close & Little Langdale
Great Langdale valley is dominated by the unmistakable hulking outline of the Langdale Pikes. The cycle route travels through a variety of scenery, including meadows, woodland, slate quarries and riverside views.
Length: 18 km
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Ascent: 434 metres
Max Altitude: 253 metres
Langdale Cycle Trail
Great Langdale valley is dominated by the unmistakable hulking outline of the Langdale Pikes. The cycle route travels through a variety of scenery, including meadows, woodland, slate quarries and riverside views.
Length: 18 km
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Ascent: 434 metres
Max Altitude: 253 metres
Langdale Bike Loop
Taking on the route of the Langdale marathon and half marathon which takes place in September each year. While the distance is standard, the hills are not. Leaving Langdale the route meanders to the end of the valley and up Blea tarn Hill. There is relatively little flat terrain after that with two steep climbs.
Length: 42/20 km
Difficulty: Hard
Ascent: 460 metres
Max Altitude: 264 metres