Lancaster Canal Trail – Brigsteer Park Road loop from Oxenholme Lake District

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Lancaster Canal Trail – Brigsteer Park Road loop from Oxenholme Lake District

Moderate

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Lancaster Canal Trail – Brigsteer Park Road loop from Oxenholme Lake District

01:37

22.6km

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 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 15.6 km for 92 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.11 km

Lancaster Canal Trail

Highlight • River

Lovely trail into Kendal. Some steep sections where it crosses roads - can also be slippery underfoot with wet leaves, so be careful.

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3.00 km

Natland Road Scenic Climb

Highlight • Cycleway

It’s an energetic climb from either direction, but you’ll get amazing views at the top!

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8.81 km

Gravel Path in Lake District National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

11.0 km

View of Lake District from Helsington Viewpoint

Highlight • Natural Monument

One of the best views in the area.

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12.3 km

The Wheatsheaf Inn, Brigsteer

Highlight • Pub

It's great when you stumble across such a good local pub that's really welcoming to cyclists. Great food, nice atmosphere and stunning surroundings.

It's also a cute B&B so you …

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13.5 km

Brigsteer Park Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

It's a longer climb from north to south, but either way the dappled shade and quiet road makes this a lovely segment. You might even catch sight of deer if you are quiet and lucky.

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16.2 km

Black Earth

Forest

18.0 km

Sedgwick to River Kent Bridleway

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This is a great off-road segment linking the village of Sedgwick to the River Kent, following alongside the water before peeling off towards Natland over the Lancaster Canal Trail.

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