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Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Ribblesdale

Fountains Fell and Pen-y-ghent from Horton-in-Ribblesdale

Two contrasting Dales summits in one long loop, with the lonely moorland of Fountains Fell giving way to the unmistakable stepped profile of Pen-y-ghent.

Distance

33.4 km

Ascent

994 m

Descent

990 m

Max elevation

693 m

Route type

Loop

Est. time

7h 5m – 9h 35m

Grade

Very Hard

Navigation

map_skills

Parking

BD24 0HG

Dogs

Welcome

Best seasons

spring, summer, autumn

About this route

A big 33.4km horseshoe from Horton-in-Ribblesdale over the broad bog of Fountains Fell and the rocky prow of Pen-y-ghent, linking the two on quiet Pennine Way ground.

Hazards & notes

Disused coal mine shafts on the summit of Fountains Fell are a real hazard, especially in poor visibility. Expect persistent bog, full exposure to weather on both tops, and a short rocky step on Pen-y-ghent.

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/yorkshire-dales/ribblesdale/fountains-fell-and-pen-y-ghent-from-horton-in-ribblesdale

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