Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Ribblesdale
Fountains Fell and Pen-y-ghent from Settle
Town-to-summit running at its best, starting from Settle's cobbles and reaching the wild tops of Fountains Fell and Pen-y-ghent before the long loop home.
Distance
36.8 km
Ascent
966 m
Descent
967 m
Max elevation
693 m
Route type
Loop
Est. time
4h 50m – 6h 30m
Grade
Expert
Navigation
map_skills
Parking
BD24 9JD
Dogs
Welcome
Best seasons
spring, summer, autumn
About this route
A 36.8km loop from the market town of Settle out over Fountains Fell and Pen-y-ghent, returning across high Ribblesdale country on a mix of lanes, tracks and open fell.
Hazards & notes
Open mine shafts on Fountains Fell, persistent bog and full weather exposure on the tops. The short rock step on Pen-y-ghent needs care, and the loop is long enough that conditions can change before you finish.
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-settle
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