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Rydal Water and Loughrigg Terrace

Loughrigg Terrace serves up the classic view down Grasmere, and the loop drops you past the great cavern of Rydal Cave, all on gentle ground between two of the loveliest small lakes in the district.

Distance

13.1 km

Ascent

699 m

Descent

699 m

Max elevation

463 m

Route type

Loop

Est. time

2h – 2h 45m

Grade

Hard

Navigation

straightforward

Parking

LA22 9SE

Dogs

Welcome

Best seasons

spring, summer, autumn, winter

About this route

A 13.1km loop linking Rydal Water and Grasmere along Loughrigg Terrace, past Rydal Cave and the quiet shores between Ambleside and Grasmere. Low, scenic Lakeland running on some of the district's best-loved paths.

Hazards & notes

Busy honeypot paths mean crowds in season, and the lakeshore and terrace are slick when wet. Rydal Cave has uneven ground, standing water and low light, so take care inside.

Emergency

Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.

Full route, GPX download & live conditions:

https://trailrunningplanet.com/routes/england/lake-district/rydal/rydal-water-and-loughrigg-terrace

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