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Whinlatter Pass – Whinlatter Gravel Route loop from Bassenthwaite Lake

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Whinlatter Pass – Whinlatter Gravel Route loop from Bassenthwaite Lake

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Whinlatter Pass – Whinlatter Gravel Route loop from Bassenthwaite Lake

01:48

19.0km

460m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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447 m

Calfclose Wood

Forest

2.03 km

Fun Descent in Lake District National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Down the firetrack. Very fast!

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5.39 km

Whinlatter Pass

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Winding its way through Thornthwaite Forest with views over Lorton Valley and Bassenthwaite Lake, Whinlatter Pass is one of the most beautiful areas of the Lake District. At the top …

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12.2 km

Great blue mountain bike route that is definitely suitable for gravel bikes! Nothing too narley. Nice and flowing single track with a good surface. Keep some speed in check on switchbacks but other than that all good!

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13.9 km

Whinlatter Gravel Route

Highlight • Cycleway

19.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.0 km

6.60 km

257 m

122 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

6.60 km

1.25 km

122 m

Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

14°C

10°C

36 %

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Whinlatter Pass – Whinlatter Gravel Route loop from Bassenthwaite Lake

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